Want to get to know your fellow students and experience everything Stavanger has to offer? Join the Fadderfestival!
What is the Fadderfestival?
The fadderfestival in Stavanger is a unique week for all new students. You can get to know your fellow students and get a taste of the vibrant student life in Stavanger.
The week is for all students starting a new program at UiS. This includes first-time students, those switching study programs, those changing institutions, those taking preparatory courses, and those starting a master's program. There's something for everyone!
Concerts and Activities
The festival program varies from year to year. Stay tuned on Instagram or Facebook to get the latest updates on this year's program.
A typical Fadderfestval includes concerts, quizzes, lectures, campus tours, and getting to know the student associations and organisations. You will also get the chance to explore the Stavanger-region. There is often a trip to the famous Preikestolen or a surf-day at the beautiful beaches, Jærstrendende, on the festival program.
You will be placed in a buddy group with other students in your study program. You will also have a "buddy," a student who will look after you throughout the week. They are experts on UiS, Stavanger, and your study program!
A student-driven festival
The Fadderfestival and buddy system at UiS is a student-driven initiative. The goal of the buddy system is to help you as a new student find your footing both socially and academically at the university.
During the Buddy Festival, the focus is on building relationships, well-being, and community. Additionally, students get to know both the University of Stavanger and the city center of Stavanger.
