University Centre of the Westfjords
@uwiceland.bsky.social
UW is an independent establishment of higher education, located in the Westfjords of Iceland. It offers two international multidisciplinary master's programs on coastal issues. Find out more: https://coastal.uw.is
December 1st, Icelandic Sovereignty Day, was once Iceland’s national holiday. This year, UW and Guðni Th. Jóhannesson, President of Iceland from 2016 to 2024, are joining forces to revive this fine tradition, and we warmly invite you to celebrate with us. www.uw.is/en/news/cele...
Celebrating the 1st of December at UW
December 1st, Icelandic Sovereignty Day, is the former national holiday of Iceland.
On December 1st, 1918, the Act of Union between Iceland and Denmark
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November 28, 2025 at 12:58 PM
December 1st, Icelandic Sovereignty Day, was once Iceland’s national holiday. This year, UW and Guðni Th. Jóhannesson, President of Iceland from 2016 to 2024, are joining forces to revive this fine tradition, and we warmly invite you to celebrate with us. www.uw.is/en/news/cele...
A course in Public Policy Making at UW is wrapping up on Friday. The course gives students an insight into the process of how an idea or a need for public intervention could turn into policy in practice. The course instructor is Kirsten Gow, an islands-based researcher.
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Public Policy Making – From Idea to Realization
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November 27, 2025 at 1:01 PM
A course in Public Policy Making at UW is wrapping up on Friday. The course gives students an insight into the process of how an idea or a need for public intervention could turn into policy in practice. The course instructor is Kirsten Gow, an islands-based researcher.
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The University Centre of the Westfjords has received a grant of ISK 924,222 from the Climate and Energy Fund in the category “Energy Transition in Operations or Energy Savings,” specifically for installing sustainable energy equipment at UW. Read more here: www.uw.is/en/news/univ...
University Centre of the Westfjords Receives Grant from the Climate and Energy Fund
The University Centre of the Westfjords has received a grant of ISK 924,222 from the Climate and Energy Fund in the category “Energy Transition in O
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November 26, 2025 at 2:52 PM
The University Centre of the Westfjords has received a grant of ISK 924,222 from the Climate and Energy Fund in the category “Energy Transition in Operations or Energy Savings,” specifically for installing sustainable energy equipment at UW. Read more here: www.uw.is/en/news/univ...
The Oceanography course at UW wraps up this week. Students explored ocean basins, climate systems, atmosphere–ocean dynamics, and the formation of waves and tides.
The course was taught by Dr. Angel Ruiz Angulo and Dr. Theodoros Karpouzoglou. Read more here: www.uw.is/en/news/cour...
The course was taught by Dr. Angel Ruiz Angulo and Dr. Theodoros Karpouzoglou. Read more here: www.uw.is/en/news/cour...
November 26, 2025 at 2:11 PM
The Oceanography course at UW wraps up this week. Students explored ocean basins, climate systems, atmosphere–ocean dynamics, and the formation of waves and tides.
The course was taught by Dr. Angel Ruiz Angulo and Dr. Theodoros Karpouzoglou. Read more here: www.uw.is/en/news/cour...
The course was taught by Dr. Angel Ruiz Angulo and Dr. Theodoros Karpouzoglou. Read more here: www.uw.is/en/news/cour...
Curious about research life in Iceland? UW student Sadie shares her master’s thesis journey in the Westfjords in a blog for ICE Fish Research. She learned new methods, worked through challenging data analysis, and had unforgettable moments like sampling rivers under the northern lights.
Have you ever wondered what it is like to write a master’s thesis? We caught up with Sadie Ainsworth after her thesis defense and asked her about her experience & recommendations for future students 🐟🎓
Check out what she said:
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#fishinIceland #thesis #tips
Check out what she said:
icefishresearch.com/writing-a-ma...
#fishinIceland #thesis #tips
Writing a master's thesis in Iceland - Sadie's experience
We caught up with Sadie Ainsworth after her thesis defense and asked her about her experience & tips for future master students. Check out what she said
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November 6, 2025 at 2:05 PM
Curious about research life in Iceland? UW student Sadie shares her master’s thesis journey in the Westfjords in a blog for ICE Fish Research. She learned new methods, worked through challenging data analysis, and had unforgettable moments like sampling rivers under the northern lights.
UW recently welcomed more French-speaking guests; Three teachers from Lycée de la mer Paul Bousquet—the “Comprehensive School of the Sea”—in Sète. These visits highlight just how far-reaching the University Centre’s network of partnerships and collaborations has become. www.uw.is/en/news/fren...
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October 31, 2025 at 12:31 PM
UW recently welcomed more French-speaking guests; Three teachers from Lycée de la mer Paul Bousquet—the “Comprehensive School of the Sea”—in Sète. These visits highlight just how far-reaching the University Centre’s network of partnerships and collaborations has become. www.uw.is/en/news/fren...
UW was pleased to welcome Dr. David Didier, university lecturer at the Université du Québec à Rimouski, accompanied by three colleagues and a group of twelve students in the field of geomorphology. www.uw.is/en/news/fren...
French heard at the halls of the University Centre of the Westfjords
In recent days, the sound of French has filled the halls of the University Centre of the Westfjords (UW), thanks to a visit from welcomed guests from
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October 31, 2025 at 12:24 PM
UW was pleased to welcome Dr. David Didier, university lecturer at the Université du Québec à Rimouski, accompanied by three colleagues and a group of twelve students in the field of geomorphology. www.uw.is/en/news/fren...
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Inspired and grateful for teaching future marine managers. Good discussions and a lot of #oceanoptimism
Takk fyrir @uwiceland.bsky.social and @blueactionfund.org 🙏❤️🇮🇸
Takk fyrir @uwiceland.bsky.social and @blueactionfund.org 🙏❤️🇮🇸
May 17, 2025 at 6:53 AM
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Sounds like a great opportunity for students - @uwiceland.bsky.social for example 😎
🌊18-25 years old?
🌊From around the globe interested ocean & communities?
🌊Like to explore a career in conservation?
@nationalgeographic.bsky.social offers a number of #Externships ➡️ ogy.de/vcy4
🌊From around the globe interested ocean & communities?
🌊Like to explore a career in conservation?
@nationalgeographic.bsky.social offers a number of #Externships ➡️ ogy.de/vcy4
May 30, 2025 at 4:57 PM
Sounds like a great opportunity for students - @uwiceland.bsky.social for example 😎
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I’m so excited to share my appointment as the new director of @uwiceland.bsky.social 🌊
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Dr. Catherine P. Chambers Appointed New Director of UW
The University Centre of the Westfjords (UW) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Catherine P. Chambers as the new Director. Dr. Chambers brings
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August 19, 2025 at 10:19 AM
I’m so excited to share my appointment as the new director of @uwiceland.bsky.social 🌊
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Excited to highlight the University Centre of the Westfjords (@uwiceland.bsky.social) as a vital partner in our @losttoclimate.bsky.social research project 🌍❄️
Their deep connection to Arctic coastal communities and commitment to sustainability make them an ideal collaborator for the project.
Their deep connection to Arctic coastal communities and commitment to sustainability make them an ideal collaborator for the project.
🔍 #PartnerPresentation Meet our 2nd #LostToClimate partner: @uwiceland.bsky.social (University Centre of the Westfjords, Iceland). UW contributes its regional expertise, community connections, etc. Read more at www.linkedin.com/feed/update/... and 🌐 losttoclimate.org
#ClimateChange #NordForsk
#ClimateChange #NordForsk
#nfrf | LostToClimate Research Project
We would like to introduce the partners involved in the LostToClimate Research Project. The 2nd partner to be presented is the University Centre of the Westfjords (UW Iceland).
📍 Location
The Univers...
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September 11, 2025 at 1:24 PM
Excited to highlight the University Centre of the Westfjords (@uwiceland.bsky.social) as a vital partner in our @losttoclimate.bsky.social research project 🌍❄️
Their deep connection to Arctic coastal communities and commitment to sustainability make them an ideal collaborator for the project.
Their deep connection to Arctic coastal communities and commitment to sustainability make them an ideal collaborator for the project.
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🔍 #PartnerPresentation Meet our 2nd #LostToClimate partner: @uwiceland.bsky.social (University Centre of the Westfjords, Iceland). UW contributes its regional expertise, community connections, etc. Read more at www.linkedin.com/feed/update/... and 🌐 losttoclimate.org
#ClimateChange #NordForsk
#ClimateChange #NordForsk
#nfrf | LostToClimate Research Project
We would like to introduce the partners involved in the LostToClimate Research Project. The 2nd partner to be presented is the University Centre of the Westfjords (UW Iceland).
📍 Location
The Univers...
www.linkedin.com
September 11, 2025 at 1:16 PM
🔍 #PartnerPresentation Meet our 2nd #LostToClimate partner: @uwiceland.bsky.social (University Centre of the Westfjords, Iceland). UW contributes its regional expertise, community connections, etc. Read more at www.linkedin.com/feed/update/... and 🌐 losttoclimate.org
#ClimateChange #NordForsk
#ClimateChange #NordForsk
Today at 17:00, Jessica Steele will be defending her thesis: "Art brings people together”: Bridging knowledge systems through Labrador Inuit art and craft to support equitable environmental research in Nunatsiavut". To join on zoom:https://eu01web.zoom.us/j/63858412076
September 25, 2025 at 11:16 AM
Today at 17:00, Jessica Steele will be defending her thesis: "Art brings people together”: Bridging knowledge systems through Labrador Inuit art and craft to support equitable environmental research in Nunatsiavut". To join on zoom:https://eu01web.zoom.us/j/63858412076
Today at 16:00, Anna Morozova will be defending her thesis: "Service expansion of the Bergið headspace support centre to Ísafjörður, Westfjords: A Case Study from remote Iceland". To join on zoom:https://eu01web.zoom.us/j/65705181771#success
photo credit Haukur Sigurðsson
photo credit Haukur Sigurðsson
September 16, 2025 at 3:42 PM
Today at 16:00, Anna Morozova will be defending her thesis: "Service expansion of the Bergið headspace support centre to Ísafjörður, Westfjords: A Case Study from remote Iceland". To join on zoom:https://eu01web.zoom.us/j/65705181771#success
photo credit Haukur Sigurðsson
photo credit Haukur Sigurðsson
Today at 13:00, Alberto Roldan will be defending his thesis: "The fjords of the ringed seal: assessing the status of ringed seals in western Svalbard through machine learning". To join on zoom : eu01web.zoom.us/j/68645413987
September 15, 2025 at 11:44 AM
Today at 13:00, Alberto Roldan will be defending his thesis: "The fjords of the ringed seal: assessing the status of ringed seals in western Svalbard through machine learning". To join on zoom : eu01web.zoom.us/j/68645413987
Today at 10:30, Alexis Bradley will be defending her thesis: "Exploring fish size, otolith characteristics, gonadosomatic index (GSI), and hepatosomatic index (HSI) of six eelpout species (Lycodes spp.) in Icelandic waters". To join on zoom : eu01web.zoom.us/j/61476089597
September 12, 2025 at 9:23 AM
Today at 10:30, Alexis Bradley will be defending her thesis: "Exploring fish size, otolith characteristics, gonadosomatic index (GSI), and hepatosomatic index (HSI) of six eelpout species (Lycodes spp.) in Icelandic waters". To join on zoom : eu01web.zoom.us/j/61476089597
It is safe to say that the UW is buzzing with life these days; in addition to our master’s students, we also have two two field school groups from SIT (School for International Training) currently studying at the University Centre. www.uw.is/en/news/two-...
September 11, 2025 at 12:03 PM
It is safe to say that the UW is buzzing with life these days; in addition to our master’s students, we also have two two field school groups from SIT (School for International Training) currently studying at the University Centre. www.uw.is/en/news/two-...
Today at 14:00, Alvaro Pastoriza will be defending his thesis: "Behind the image: a cognitive-affective approach of Iceland destination image through digital media". To join on zoom : eu01web.zoom.us/j/65412796884
September 11, 2025 at 11:43 AM
Today at 14:00, Alvaro Pastoriza will be defending his thesis: "Behind the image: a cognitive-affective approach of Iceland destination image through digital media". To join on zoom : eu01web.zoom.us/j/65412796884
Today at 14:00, Claire Gilmoure will be defending her thesis: "Educational Outcomes of Commercial Grizzly Bear Viewing Participants: A case study from Port Hardy, British Columbia, Canada". To join on zoom : eu01web.zoom.us/j/61775945363
September 10, 2025 at 11:25 AM
Today at 14:00, Claire Gilmoure will be defending her thesis: "Educational Outcomes of Commercial Grizzly Bear Viewing Participants: A case study from Port Hardy, British Columbia, Canada". To join on zoom : eu01web.zoom.us/j/61775945363
Master's thesis defenses by students at the University Centre of the Westfjords are still in full swing. You can find our schedule here: www.uw.is/en/news/thes...
September 10, 2025 at 11:17 AM
Master's thesis defenses by students at the University Centre of the Westfjords are still in full swing. You can find our schedule here: www.uw.is/en/news/thes...
Today at 10:30, Joshua Newhook will be defending his thesis: “Identifying Potential Cultural Losses from Future Climate Change-Induced Damages to Lighthouses Across Iceland.” Zoom link to join:https://eu01web.zoom.us/j/66855473061
September 9, 2025 at 10:19 AM
Today at 10:30, Joshua Newhook will be defending his thesis: “Identifying Potential Cultural Losses from Future Climate Change-Induced Damages to Lighthouses Across Iceland.” Zoom link to join:https://eu01web.zoom.us/j/66855473061
We continue with our Master’s thesis defenses — this time, Justine Peters will be defending her thesis: “The Effects of Anthropogenic Materials and Activities on Bird Diversity Along the West Coast of Michigan.” Zoom link to join:https://eu01web.zoom.us/j/62878193264
September 8, 2025 at 10:07 AM
We continue with our Master’s thesis defenses — this time, Justine Peters will be defending her thesis: “The Effects of Anthropogenic Materials and Activities on Bird Diversity Along the West Coast of Michigan.” Zoom link to join:https://eu01web.zoom.us/j/62878193264
Services for Distance Learners at UW
The University Centre offers students access to reading spaces, printing facilities, and wireless internet. www.uw.is/en/news/serv...
The University Centre offers students access to reading spaces, printing facilities, and wireless internet. www.uw.is/en/news/serv...
September 4, 2025 at 10:39 AM
Services for Distance Learners at UW
The University Centre offers students access to reading spaces, printing facilities, and wireless internet. www.uw.is/en/news/serv...
The University Centre offers students access to reading spaces, printing facilities, and wireless internet. www.uw.is/en/news/serv...
Today at 09:00, Bori Horváth will defend her Master Thesis: "Fishing for Plastics: The Socio-Economic Impacts of Marine Plastic Pollution on Small-Scale Fisheries in the Mediterranean Sea."
Link to join: lnkd.in/eUrvSv-8
Link to join: lnkd.in/eUrvSv-8
September 4, 2025 at 7:51 AM
Today at 09:00, Bori Horváth will defend her Master Thesis: "Fishing for Plastics: The Socio-Economic Impacts of Marine Plastic Pollution on Small-Scale Fisheries in the Mediterranean Sea."
Link to join: lnkd.in/eUrvSv-8
Link to join: lnkd.in/eUrvSv-8
The UW has officially launched two major research projects for which it received grants last winter. Both projects are funded by the NordForsk Sustainable Development of the Arctic programme. www.uw.is/en/news/two-...
September 3, 2025 at 2:36 PM
The UW has officially launched two major research projects for which it received grants last winter. Both projects are funded by the NordForsk Sustainable Development of the Arctic programme. www.uw.is/en/news/two-...