Tag: Languages

What Did You Say?

On By norwayconnectsorgIn Customs and TraditionsLeave a comment
what_did_you_say1.jpgWe examine the bewildering world of Norwegian Dialects.
Every student who has traveled to a foreign country has experienced the initial shock of speaking with the natives. Perhaps nowhere is this felt more acutely than in Norway. After months or years of classroom study, even the most confident students can be rendered speechless when traveling to Trøndelag and hearing their first Trøndersk, or experiencing a stream of guttural R’s in Bergen.

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Schools with in the U.S. with Norwegian Ties

On By norwayconnectsorgIn Studying in the United StatesLeave a comment
Your higher education can influence your choices and options for the rest of your life. In order to get the most out of this education, choose a school that you feel will provide a strong foundation for your future. Finding the right school can be daunting, but thinking about your interests and potential career goals can help start this process.

Many schools in the U.S. hold strong ties to Norway. These schools are likely to have Norwegian foreign exchange students as well as connections to study abroad opportunities throughout Scandinavia. The following colleges and universities offer Norwegian and/or Scandinavian studies programs for those interested in learning more about the history, language, and culture of Norway.

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