Nord University is co-hosting the international conference Connecting the Dots: Celebrating 25 Years of Cooperation in the Interreg Northern Periphery and Arctic (NPA) on 1 October 2025 at our Bodø campus.
This milestone event will bring together around 200 participants from across Northern Europe, offering a unique opportunity to spotlight Nord University’s leadership in international collaboration and regional development.
Opening and Keynote Speakers
The conference will be officially opened by Rector Hanne Solheim Hansen, followed by distinguished keynote addresses from:
- Emil Raaen, State Secretary, Ministry of Local Government and Regional Development
- Slawomir Tokarski, Director for European Territorial Cooperation, DG Regio, European Commission
Their insights will set the stage for a day of reflection, inspiration, and forward-looking dialogue on the future of cooperation in the Northern Periphery and Arctic region.
Conference Agenda:
https://www.interreg-npa.eu/media/vaeol5eb/interreg-npa-connecting-the-dots-programme-draft.pdf