Center for Scandinavian Studies

Endowed by the Hugo A. Anderson Chair in Scandinavian Studies in 1982 and created in 1984, the Center for Scandinavian Studies (CSS) at North Park University has firmly established itself as a major focal point for Scandinavian academic and cultural interests in Chicago. As the name suggests, the CSS provides North Park University with a Scandinavian accent not evident at many other colleges or universities. The CSS sponsors visiting professors, lectures, language courses, concerts, and exhibits, bringing many talented and accomplished Scandinavians to the city of Chicago. Charles Peterson, Dean of University Faculty at North Park, also serves as the director for the Center.

Upcoming Events

Scandinavian Language Classes

Learn a Scandinavian language in a beginning or advanced non-credit class at North Park University. New Swedish, Norwegian, and Danish classes will begin January 17, 2012. Tuition is $200 for 12 weeks (plus materials, where applicable). Pre-registration is not necessary! Simply register and pay at the first class session of the term. Learn more and view the class schedule

August Strindberg's To Damascus 

April 2012

North Park University Theatre will present a new adaptation of Strindberg’s classic play of grace and forgiveness. This performance is our contribution to the worldwide Year of Strindberg (2012) to honor the one-hundredth anniversary of the legendary Swedish playwright’s death.

Contact Karin Andersson for more information about the Center for Scandinavian Studies and our events.

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