Social Events
Interested in the social aspect of the summer program? Visit the "Previous Events" section to explore examples of activities offered in earlier years at ISS.
Upcoming
All ISS participants, faculty, and staff members are invited to the Opening Ceremony.
Previous
All ISS participants gather one last time to say farewell and celebrate ISS 2025.
We welcome you to a walk along the Aker River. The river runs through Oslo from Maridalen Lake in the north to the Oslo fjord in the south, and divides the city into east and west. The green scenery is remarkable, and it is truly one of Oslo's most popular and appreciated routes.
Stormy waters on the global arena - how should Norway navigate in these testing times?
We invite you to take part in the International Night created by and for our students! This is an evening of celebrating the many different cultures attending this year's summer school.
Join a visit to Norsk Folkemuseum, one of Europe's largest and oldest open-air museums and a national cultural history museum, uniquely located on Bygd?y in Oslo.
Join us for a fun and inviting night into Norwegian culture and traditions at R?nningen Folkeh?yskole! You will experience Norwegian fairytales, dance, music, clothing and food, while also getting the chance to participate yourselves!
Enjoy the summer feeling in the surroundings of the woods! Bring along food, something to sit on, and maybe a swimming suit?
Movie night with the movie "Troll".
“What are the dilemmas and options for an arctic nation as the world heats up?" Welcome to a panel discussion!
An information meeting about how to join a Social Committee.
An engaging lecture of some of the cultural practices that define Norway
Join a hike to Grefsenkollen, where you'll get one of the best views of Oslo and the Oslo fjord.
Discover Oslo and meet new people through this summer’s first social activity!
All ISS participants, faculty, and staff members are invited to the Opening Ceremony.
All ISS participants gather one last time to say farewell and celebrate ISS 2024.
A walking tour of central Oslo, visiting selected cutting edge green architecture and sustainable urban planning projects.
We welcome you to a walk along the Aker River, guided in intermediate Norwegian. The river runs through Oslo from Maridalen Lake in the north to the Oslo fjord in the south, and divides the city into east and west. The green scenery is remarkable, and it is truly one of Oslo's most popular and appreciated routes.
Join a visit to Norsk Folkemuseum, one of Europe's largest and oldest open-air museums and a national cultural history museum, uniquely located on Bygd?y in Oslo.
The UiO Green Office opens its doors for a creative summercafé with textiles, coffee and tea.
We invite you to take part in the International Night created by and for our students! This is an evening of celebrating the many different cultures attending this year's summer school, with student made food and entertainment.
Edvard Munch painted "The Scream" which captures the essence of modernity. We will visit the Munch Museum and get an insight into Munch's life through his many works.
The UiO Green Office open its doors for a creative summer café with coffee and tea.
Join us for a fun and inviting night into Norwegian culture and traditions at R?nningen Folkeh?yskole! You will experience Norwegian fairytales, dance, music, clothing and food, while also getting the chance to participate yourselves!