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We proudly present SHÍ’s Annual Festival which will be celebrated on February 21st, 2025 at Hlíðarendi and the theme is Premier. The house opens at 18:00 and the dinner starts at 18:30. The ball starts at 21:30 and ends at 01:00.

Ticket sales for the ball take place in the Aur app and at the Student Council’s office on the 3rd floor at Háskólatorg:

Ball = 6,990

Note: registration for dining is done through the student organizations. Tickets are paid for at the Student Council’s office on the 3rd floor at Háskólatorg.

Table service + Ball = 9,990

Frequently asked questions

Why can’t I find the ticket sales in the Aur-app?

You can find the ticket sales in the so-called Klink in the Aur-app. In order for the ticket sales to appear, you need to have an electronic student ID. If you have a “kennitala” you can apply for it here: Nemendaskírteini – Note that it may take some time for the student card to appear in Aur. If you don’t have a “kennitala” you can buy the ticket at the Student Council’s office on the 3rd floor at Háskólatorg.

What is the cost for the annual celebration?

The ticket price for the ball is 6,990 ISK. A ticket for the dinner and dance costs 9,990 ISK.

Can I buy a ticket just for the dinner?

No, unfortunately not. We are doing our best to keep ticket prices low, and unfortunately, there is no room for purchasing just a ticket for the dinner.”

I bought a ticket but can’t attend – can I get a refund?

I applied for an electronic student ID but don’t see it in the Aur app – what can I do?

It may take two to three days for the student ID to appear. If more time has passed, you can try reapplying for the ID. It’s important to make sure all the information is correct, such as your ID number and your university email address.

Meeting Notice – 6th Meeting of the Student Council

The Student Council meeting will take place on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at 5:00 PM in room N-132, Askja.

According to Article 9 of the Student Council’s bylaws, council meetings are open to all University of Iceland students. These meetings will be advertised among students, and all interested are welcome to attend.

Please contact the Student Council office at +354 570-0850 or by email at shi@hi.is if you have any questions regarding the meeting or its agenda. Students are also welcome to reach out to the office with questions about their rights.

Agenda:

1. Meeting called to order
   5:00 PM
2. Review of ongoing issues
   Visit from Jón Atli Benediktsson, Rector
   5:00–5:10 PM
3. Approval of the minutes from November 12, 2024
   5:10–5:15 PM
4. Introduction of the new SHÍ representative
   5:15–5:30 PM
5. Proposal for the Student Council to join Festa, the Center for Sustainability
   Presenter: Arent Orri J. Claessen
   5:30–5:40 PM
6. Intermission
   5:40–5:50 PM
7. Proposal for the installation of “nests” at the university campus (spaces for students with children)
   Presenter: Katla Ólafsdóttir, Leader of Röskva and Student Council Member
   5:50–6:00 PM
8. Proposal for a resolution demanding improved options for distance learning
   Presenter: Gunnar Ásgrímsson, President of the School Council for the School of Education
   6:00–6:10 PM
9. Proposed amendments to the bylaws from the Bylaws Committee
   Presenter: Arent Orri J. Claessen
   6:10–6:40 PM
10. Recorded matters and announcements
    • Confirmation of the election of Diljá Valsdóttir to the School Council of Humanities
    • Confirmation of the new observer in the Safety Committee: Dagmar Ísleifsdóttir
    • Confirmation of nominations from Röskva and Vaka to the Election Committee
      6:40–6:50 PM
11. Other matters
    6:50–7:00 PM

Applications are now open for the second allocation of the Student Fund this school year. You can apply for grants here until 12:00 PM on December 27th. We strongly encourage you to follow the instructions in the application form as thoroughly as possible, as any deviations from the rules may result in a dismissal of the application.

Before applying, we recommend familiarizing yourself with the Student Fund on the Student Council’s website, especially its laws and code of practice. Please note that diagnostic and maintenance grants will be granted in this allocation.

Any questions can be directed to Viktor Pétur Finnsson, the fund’s chairman, at studentasjodur@hi.is or to the Student Council’s Rights Office.

The University Idea Sprint (Hugmyndahraðhlaup háskólanna) will be held at Gróska on the weekend of January 4 – 5, 2025.
This is a solution-oriented competition open to all university students in Iceland, offering an opportunity to form teams and develop innovative ideas within a strong supportive environment.

The winners will receive generous prizes and a guaranteed spot in the final competition of the Golden Egg (Gulleggið)!

All information about the University Idea Sprint can be found at gulleggid.is/hh

A new position of a labor and rights representative for university students will be established as part of a collaboration agreement between the Student Council of the University of Iceland (SHÍ) and Viska. This is the first time such a service will be available to university students in Iceland. This is not only a milestone in SHÍ’s services to university students but also a new step in the service offerings of Icelandic labor unions.

Arent Orri J. Claessen, President of SHÍ, and Gauti Skúlason, Communications and Marketing Project Manager at Viska, signed the agreement at Háskólatorg recently. The labor and rights representative will provide services and advice, in addition to raising awareness among university students about their rights in the labor market.

“We at SHÍ are incredibly proud to be able to offer students at the University of Iceland a labor and rights-related service, and we believe this position is long overdue. Such a service has never been offered before in Iceland, so this is a historic milestone in student services. The next step is to advertise the position of the labor and rights representative at the SHÍ office, and shortly after, this new service will be available to students at the University of Iceland. We at SHÍ are very happy with our collaboration with Viska and are excited for the future,” says Arent Orri.

At Viska, a special service for university students was established, which works in such a way that students who register with Viska gain access to all of its services, including free smart insurance for computers, phones, and bikes.

“The position of the labor and rights representative for university students is based on a Nordic model, where it has proven its importance. In conversations with university students, we have found that there is significant demand for education on labor rights and conditions among young people, and we want to respond to that call. By establishing this position, we aim to emphasize support for young people who are acquiring knowledge and higher education, as they are a crucial group for the future. In this way, we are demonstrating in practice that university students matter,” says Gauti.

The Student Council of the University of Iceland will hold a meeting on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, at 5:00 PM in HT-102, Háskólatorg. Student Council meetings are open to all University of Iceland students, and interested students are encouraged to attend and stay informed on the council’s activities.

The agenda includes key proposals and presentations of action plans, along with discussions on various matters affecting student life at the university. Interested students can contact the Student Council office for more information.

Agenda:

I. Meeting called to order 5:00 PM – 5:05 PM
II. Approval of the minutes from September 26, 2024 5:05 PM – 5:10 PM
III. Review of ongoing issues 5:10 PM – 5:20 PM
IV. Proposal for the Student Council office to establish an environmental policy 5:20 PM – 5:30 PM
V. Proposal for a more efficient room booking system at the university 5:30 PM – 5:40 PM
VI. Proposal to submit comments on public university law changes 5:40 PM – 5:50 PM
VII. Presentation of the International Committee’s action plan 5:50 PM – 6:00 PM
VIII. Break 6:00 PM – 6:10 PM
IX. Presentation of the Environment and Transportation Committee’s action plan 6:10 PM – 6:20 PM
X. Presentation of the Bylaws Amendment Committee’s action plan 6:20 PM – 6:30 PM
XI. Presentation of the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Committee’s action plan 6:30 PM – 6:40 PM
XII. Proposal to increase the availability of menstrual products in university buildings 6:40 PM – 6:50 PM
XIII. Proposal for health program entrance exams beyond Reykjavík 6:50 PM – 7:00 PM
XIV. Proposal for annual funding to SHÍ committees to enhance social activities 7:00 PM – 7:10 PM
XV. Recorded matters and announcements 7:10 PM – 7:15 PM
XVI. Other matters 7:15 PM – 7:20 PM

Applications are now open for the first allocation of the Student Fund. You can apply for grants here until 2:00 PM on November 3rd. We strongly encourage you to follow the guidelines in the application form as closely as possible, as deviations from the rules will result in the application being rejected.

Before applying, we urge you to familiarize yourself with the Student Fund on the Student Council’s website, particularly its laws and code of practice. Please note that research grants and maintenance grants will not be awarded in this allocation.

Questions should be directed to Viktor Pétur Finnsson, the Chairman of the Fund, at studentasjodur@hi.is, or to the Student Council’s Rights Office.

Student Council Meeting on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, at 5:00 PM in room N-132, Askja.
According to Article 9 of the Student Council’s laws, the meetings of the council are open to all students of the University of Iceland. These meetings will be advertised among students, and anyone interested is welcome to attend.
Please contact the Student Council office by phone at 570-0850 or by email at shi@hi.is if you have any questions about the meeting or its agenda. Likewise, all students are welcome to contact the Student Council office if they have any questions regarding their rights.

Agenda:
I. Meeting called to order 5:00 PM – 5:05 PM

II. Minutes of the meeting on August 26, 2024, presented for approval 5:05 PM – 5:10 PM

III. Presentation of new meeting procedures 5:05 PM – 5:10 PM

IV. Presentation from Laufið 5:10 PM – 5:30 PM

V. Proposal for a review of the definition of organizations operating within the university 5:30 PM – 5:40 PM

VI. Proposal to limit liability for Oktoberfest 5:40 PM – 5:50 PM

VII. Proposal for an assessment of student well-being 5:50 PM – 6:00 PM

VIII. Break 6:00 PM – 6:10 PM

IX. Proposal for the registration of the Student Council office’s work 6:10 PM – 6:20 PM

X. Action plan of the Family Committee 6:20 PM – 6:30 PM

XI. Action plan of the Finance and Employment Committee 6:30 PM – 6:40 PM

XII. Action plan of the Social and Cultural Affairs Committee 6:40 PM – 6:50 PM

XIII. Action plan of the Equality Committee 6:50 PM – 7:00 PM

XIV. Break 7:00 PM – 7:10 PM

XV. Proposal for water and coffee machines 7:10 PM – 7:20 PM

XVI. Proposal for increased access to psychological services 7:20 PM – 7:30 PM

XVII. Proposal for the Student Council to advocate for the introduction of a transportation card 7:30 PM – 7:40 PM

XVIII. Proposal for improving Eduroam and the Internet Services at the University 7:40 PM – 7:50 PM

XVIII. Recorded matters and announcements 7:50 PM – 8:00 PM

XIX. Other matters 7:50 PM – 8:00 PM

Wristbands and beer vouchers can be picked up at Háskólatorg from 11:30 AM to 3:00 PM tomorrow, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM on Wednesday, and from 10:00 AM to 3:40 PM on Thursday and Friday.

Please note that wristbands will be applied directly to the ticket holders by staff, so it is not possible to collect wristbands on behalf of others. Remember to bring your student ID when picking up your wristband.

Wristbands will also be available for pickup in front of the festival area starting at 5:30 PM on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.

If you have any questions, please contact the Student Council’s office via email at shi@hi.is or by phone, +354 570 0850.

Agenda Student Council Meeting on August 27th 2024 in room HT-101 in Háskólatorg.

According to paragraph 9 of the Student Council’s laws, the Council’s meetings are open to all students at the University of Iceland. Students who are not members of the Student Council may therefore attend meetings and listen to discussions within the Council. Please note that the meeting takes place in Icelandic.

Please contact the office of the Student Council at shi@hi.is if you have any questions regarding the meeting or the agenda. Furthermore, all students are welcome to contact the office with inquiries about their rights.

Meeting agenda:

• Meeting Called to Order – 17:00 – 17:05
• Approval of the Minutes from the Meeting on May 21, 2024 – 17:05 – 17:10
• Approval of the Minutes from the Last Meeting on August 8, 2024 – 17:05 – 17:10
• Draft of the Autumn Semester Meeting Schedule – 17:10 – 17:15
• Proposed Amendments to the SHÍ Bylaws, Phase 1 – 17:15 – 17:35
• Nominations for the Student Fund Board – 17:35 – 17:40
• Meeting Break – 17:40 – 17:50
• Proposal for a Student Council Campaign – 17:50 – 17:55
• Proposal for Gender-Neutral Restrooms – 17:55 – 18:05
• Proposal for the Installation of Electric Charging Stations at the University of Iceland – 18:05 – 18:15
• Proposal for the Student Council to Advocate for the Sale of Nicotine Pouches at Hámu – 18:15 – 18:25
• Proposal for the Student Council to Demand Improvements in Public Transportation – 18:25 – 18:40
• Meeting Break – 18:40 – 18:50
• Proposal for Food Trucks During Exam Period – 18:50 – 19:00
• Proposal Regarding Office Work Hours – 19:00 – 19:10
• Proposal for Increased Lead Time in the Work of the Student Council – 19:10 – 19:20
• Recorded Matters and Announcements – 19:20 – 19:25
• Other Business – 19:30 – 19:35