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Welcome Ceremony – New Master’s Students

Welcome to AHO! We invite all new master's students, both degree and exchange students, to a formal Welcome Ceremony. Attendance is mandatory.

Programme

  • 09:30 a.m.: Mingling with coffee and buns
  • 10:00 a.m.: Ceremony begins

The programme includes a welcome address by Rector Irene Alma Lønne, followed by the matriculation ceremony. During the ceremony, your name will be called and you will shake hands with the Rector as a symbol of your matriculation at AHO.

There will be musical performances and contributions from current students, the Student Council at AHO (SAHO), and the study administration. After the ceremony, you will be given a guided tour of the school with your Buddy group.

Mandatory Attendance

Attendance at the Welcome Ceremony is mandatory for all new students. Failure to attend may result in the loss of your place of study.

If you are unable to participate, you must apply for an exemption. Please send an email to admission@aho.no and include supporting documentation.

Published May 5, 2025 11:07 AM - Last modified July 6, 2026 11:26 AM