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National & Local

The University Denied Students

The Appeals Committee for Student Complaints at the University of Iceland has rejected a former student's claim for a refund of registration fees, stating that her request was baseless.

Feb 26 • 11:09 UTC
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National & Local

The Vote of No Confidence Demonstrates the Incompetence of the Vaka Majority

Student council representatives from Röskva claim that the Vaka majority acted irresponsibly by proposing a no-confidence vote against the university rector based on incorrect information.

Feb 24 • 23:47 UTC
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National & Local

The student council postponed the processing of the no-confidence proposal

The student council at the University of Iceland has postponed the voting on a no-confidence proposal against the rector, Silja Bára Ómarsdóttir, due to a proposed increase in registration fees.

Feb 24 • 18:24 UTC
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A large part of the increased registration fee will go to pay the expense bill of the University of Iceland

The Student Council of the University of Iceland has filed a motion of no confidence against the rector due to a proposed increase in the registration fee.

Feb 23 • 23:05 UTC
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National & Local

Rector issues a statement regarding the no-confidence motion

Silja Bára Ómarsdóttir, the rector of the University of Iceland, defends her position against a no-confidence motion proposed by student council members due to rising registration fees.

Feb 23 • 16:45 UTC
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National & Local

No-confidence motion against Silja Bára

The Student Council of the University of Iceland has submitted a no-confidence motion against its rector, Silja Bára R. Ómarsdóttir, due to her alleged irresponsibility in raising registration fees.

Feb 22 • 18:17 UTC
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National & Local

Proposed Vote of No Confidence Against Silja Bára

A majority of the student council at the University of Iceland has proposed a vote of no confidence against Rector Silja Bára Ómarsdóttir due to concerns over increased registration fees.

Feb 22 • 18:17 UTC
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National & Local

Runólfur asks if the University of Bifröst has lost its right to exist: "The school is gone"

Runólfur questions the future viability of the University of Bifröst, suggesting that it may be on the brink of closure.

Feb 20 • 13:19 UTC
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National & Local

Live broadcast: The Environment in Global Context

The article discusses a conference organized by the University of Iceland's Sustainability Institute and the Ministry for Foreign Affairs, focusing on global environmental issues as presented in the new GEO-7 report by the UN Environment Program.

Feb 18 • 08:30 UTC
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National & Local

Need to Bridge a 6 Billion Króna Gap

The University of Iceland argues that an additional 6 billion króna in state funding is necessary to align its financial situation with Nordic universities.

Feb 16 • 15:58 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

HÍ needs over six billion to stay competitive

The University of Iceland faces a significant funding shortfall exceeding six billion Icelandic krónur to maintain its competitive standing.

Feb 16 • 13:58 UTC
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National & Local

Arnar Eggert rejects the idea that the University of Iceland is a "vok-exploitation center"

Arnar Eggert denies claims regarding a leaked recording of his class discussion at the University of Iceland that raised concerns about sensitive topics.

Feb 16 • 13:33 UTC
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National & Local

University of Iceland Lottery Warns of Fraudsters

The University of Iceland's lottery has issued a warning about fraudsters targeting participants.

Feb 15 • 21:13 UTC
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National & Local

The University Lottery Warns of Scammers

The University Lottery of Iceland has issued a warning about fraudulent advertisements on social media that claim to sell lottery tickets.

Feb 15 • 20:48 UTC
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National & Local

Never before have more graduated from Bifröst

A record number of 213 students graduated from Bifröst University in a ceremony held in Borgarnes, Iceland, on February 14, 2026.

Feb 14 • 13:07 UTC
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National & Local

Never more graduates from Bifröst University

Bifröst University has reached a record number of graduates, marking a significant milestone for the institution.

Feb 14 • 13:03 UTC
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National & Local

Rector bought a house from the University of Bifröst

The rector of the University of Bifröst has purchased a house from the institution.

Feb 12 • 17:03 UTC
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National & Local

Increased fees in the shadow of student protests

The University of Iceland has announced a 25,000 ISK increase in registration fees amidst student protests calling for a reversal of the decision.

Feb 12 • 16:21 UTC
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National & Local

State institutions have written off about 2.3 billion in debts of the University of Bifröst

State institutions in Iceland have cancelled approximately 2.3 billion ISK in debts belonging to the University of Bifröst.

Feb 12 • 14:15 UTC
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National & Local

It is premature to speculate on the consequences of the disputes within Bifröst

The article discusses the ongoing disputes within Bifröst University and the uncertainty surrounding their potential consequences.

Feb 11 • 20:52 UTC
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National & Local

Ólína fills the gap of Margrét at Bifröst

Ólína Kjerúlf Þorvarðardóttir has been appointed as the acting rector at Bifröst University following the resignation of Margrét Jónsdóttir Njarðvík amid controversies.

Feb 11 • 13:27 UTC
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National & Local

Data on Contractor Payments Taken Out of Context

The University of Bifröst addresses concerns over contractor payments to staff, denouncing recent reports that inaccurately identified employees involved.

Feb 10 • 18:25 UTC
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National & Local

The Rector of the University of Bifröst Resigns

Margret Jonsdottir, the rector of the University of Bifröst, has announced her resignation amid internal turmoil following complaints against three faculty members.

Feb 9 • 20:11 UTC
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National & Local

The Rector of the University of Bifröst Plans to Step Down

The rector of the University of Bifröst in Iceland has announced plans to resign from their position.

Feb 9 • 20:03 UTC
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National & Local

The case possibly heading for the courts or Umba: "Experience that their trust is being abused"

Students and faculty at Bifröst University accuse the administration of pressuring students to secure support for the rector amid concerns over academic freedom.

Feb 9 • 12:18 UTC
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National & Local

The case possibly going to court: "Nothing normal about receiving a call from the administrators"

Students and academic staff at Bifröst University accuse the school's management of pressuring students to ensure support for the rector, raising concerns about academic freedom and ethics.

Feb 9 • 12:18 UTC
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National & Local

Accusations against Bifröst administrators for pressuring students

Bifröst University administrators are accused by faculty and students of exerting pressure on students, while the school's administration defends their practices.

Feb 9 • 11:33 UTC
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National & Local

Accusations Against Administrators for Pressuring Students to Support the Rector

University of Bifröst administrators have been accused of exerting inappropriate pressure on certain students to support the rector amidst ongoing tensions within the institution.

Feb 9 • 11:28 UTC
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National & Local

Referral to the Ethics Committee Cannot Be Considered an Attack

The University of Bifröst asserts that referring a case to its ethics committee does not constitute an attack, as such matters are private and not made public by the university.

Feb 9 • 06:47 UTC
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National & Local

The vote of no confidence remains despite the ethics committee's decision

A vote of no confidence against the rector of Bifröst University is still in place, despite the rector claiming that the ethics committee's decision forms the basis for reconciliation.

Feb 7 • 11:46 UTC
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National & Local

The University of the Arts takes the initiative: International students pay millions due to proposed legislation

The University of the Arts in Iceland has announced tuition fees for non-EEA students, following legal changes proposed by the Minister of Higher Education, affecting students from various international regions.

Feb 6 • 17:14 UTC
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National & Local

The University of Bifröst's Ethics Committee Clears Employees of All Accusations

The ethics committee at the University of Bifröst has found no merit in accusations against its employees.

Feb 6 • 16:51 UTC
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National & Local

Bifröst Employees Cleared of All Charges

The ethics committee of Bifröst University has cleared three employees of all accusations regarding their co-authorship of articles.

Feb 6 • 15:26 UTC
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National & Local

Intend to appoint a mediator following the vote of no confidence in the rector

A mediator will be appointed in response to a recent vote of no confidence against the university rector.

Feb 5 • 20:06 UTC
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Life & Tech

The Wrong Way to Ignite the Literacy War

Gunnar Gíslason, director of the Center for School Development at the University of Akureyri, expresses concern over the current discourse on literacy and reading instruction, fearing that it may escalate into a 'literacy war' and emphasizes the importance of enhancing focus on literacy and comprehension among middle and high school students.

Jan 19 • 09:11 UTC
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Life & Tech

Critical thinking matters

The article discusses the importance of critical thinking in the context of using AI for evaluating authorship legitimacy at Bifröst University, emphasizing the need for human judgment in significant decisions.

Jan 16 • 20:03 UTC
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National & Local

Furry answers from artificial intelligence that violate copyright: 'No gratitude to the institution'

The rector of Bifröst University is accused of using artificial intelligence to support claims that staff misrepresented themselves as co-authors of academic papers.

Jan 15 • 22:02 UTC
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National & Local

Academic Staff Express Distrust in Rector

Academic staff at Bifröst University have expressed a lack of confidence in Rector Margrét Jónsdóttir Njarðvík, citing unprofessional conduct in handling complaints against three employees.

Jan 15 • 06:55 UTC
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National & Local

The Budget Prevents the Increase of Students

The President of the Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Iceland criticizes the government's budget cuts, stating they hinder plans to increase student enrollment in health sciences.

Jan 13 • 16:21 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Custody is hardly determined based on genetic relationships

A professor at the University of Iceland argues that genetic ties should not play a decisive role in custody cases in Iceland, in light of a case currently under review by the Norwegian Supreme Court.

Jan 11 • 20:00 UTC

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