Tag: education
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The Importance of Art: How art is essential for human expression and creativity
Art has been an intrinsic part of human civilization for millennia, serving as a mirror to our society, a medium for expression, and a bridge between cultures and generations. From the ancient cave paintings of Lascaux to contemporary digital installations, art has continuously evolved, reflecting humanity’s changing values, challenges, and aspirations. But beyond its aesthetic…
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Tuition fees: the fairy tale of equality and diversity
Juliana Koury Gaioso, Brazilian Master student of Development Studies Once upon a time, there used to be a model of human development full of solidarity and equality in the cold kingdom of Norway. Most likely, if you are from outside Norway, you have heard the narrative in the news or the World Bank’s economic ranks.…
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Overcome the obstacles of finding a job with a foreign name!
Who hasn’t heard the stories of people changing their names to be able to get a job? Nothing else changes. It’s the same person with the same experiences, qualifications and education, but with a new – not foreign – name. And sadly, it works. Suddenly, they receive answers and are called in to interviews. I…
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The National Budget Proposal 2023: Will internationals have to pay tuition fees?
On the 6th of October 2022, the Støre Government presented their planned national budget for 2023. Included is the proposal to introduce a tuition fee for international students from Non-EU/EEA countries, students from Asia, Africa, South- and North America. If accepted, international students who want to study in Norway and come from outside of the…
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Comment: Our Schools Need a Protestant Reformation
Unless you just so happen to be an American, you probably learned about the Protestant reformation in school growing up. Now, if I remember this correctly, in short, some Augustine friar named Martin Luther wrote a 95 point takedown of the pope and indulgences and kicked off hundreds of years of religious infighting in Europe, ending…