Welcome
Opened in 1995, UWC Red Cross Nordic is the UWC in the Nordic region. Sponsored by Nordic governments and the Red Cross, the College focuses on the promotion of humanitarian, environmental, Nordic values and concerns.
The college is located in the beautiful fjord region of western Norway. It has 200 students, aged 16-19, all selected on merit from over 80 countries.
Founded in 1962, United World Colleges (UWC) is the only global educational movement that brings together students from all over the world – selected on personal merit, irrespective of race, religion, politics and the ability to pay – with the explicit aim of fostering peace and international understanding. Today there are thirteen United World Colleges located on five continents.
New Rektor
We are delighted to announce that UWC Red Cross Nordic has appointed Richard D A Lamont as the new Rektor of the College, starting August 2012.
New Chair of the Council
At the Annual Council Meeting 13th April, Pär Stenbäck from Finland was been elected as new Council Chair. Mr Stenbäck has been General Secretary for the International Red Cross and has been Minister of Education and of Foreign Affairs in Finland. Sigridur Anna Thordardottir from Iceland was elected as Deputy Council Chair.
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UWC Red Cross Nordic needs your support for a shared engagement to make education a force to unite for peace and a sustainable future.
In Memory of Anne Ginestier
In her memory a donation of 25,000 euros has been received, in Anne and Jean Paul Ginestier's names.
The gift will be used for alumni work at UWC Red Cross Nordic.
