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The University Board

The University Board is the highest governing body of the university.

The picture shows the university college's board gathered at the Halden campus.

The University Board of the Østfold University College met on September 20th, 2023, including the board secretary, Rector Lars-Petter Jelsness-Jørgensen. Vigdis Abrahamsen Grøndahl was not present when the photo was taken.

Ekstern styreleder Berit Kjeldstad
External Board Chair Berit Kjeldstad Photo: NTNU

Berit Kjeldstad has been the leader of the board since August 1, 2021. She was externally appointed by the Ministry of Education and Research.

The University Board has:

  • Three external members appointed by the Ministry of Education and Research.
  • Four members who are employed in teaching and research positions.
  • One member who is employed in a technical-administrative position.
  • Two members who are students.

Rector Lars-Petter Jelsness-Jørgensen is the meeting secretary.

Members / Deputy members:

See the members of the board and deputy members on the University Board's selection page (in norwegian). 

Board documents

See our board page for board documents.

Published May 30, 2024 3:15 PM - Last modified May 30, 2024 3:18 PM