One of the things you miss the most in Norway (especially in Trondheim) is PERSIAN FOOD. In this event, you will find a wide variety of the delightful flavours of traditional Persian dishes. We gather together from different parts of Iran to make food with our regional cuisines and share it with others. This event is an opportunity for Iranians and non-Iranians to know about the culture from different areas. The great experience from previous years encouraged us to have Iranian food festival annually as it attracts many people.

“Poetry Night“ is a monthly gathering of Iranian students and alumni of NTNU with the focus on Persian poetry and literature. We have a guest poet who joins us by Skype at each gathering. He or she reads his or her own poets and gives us a brief lecture of his or her own genre and current genres of Persian poetry.

Norway is famous for its spectacular and pristine landscapes; and most Norwegians have a deep and abiding love of the great outdoors. So when you are in Norway, there is no reason for staying indoors, no matter how the weather is outside. ISAAN arranges different events for its members to enjoy many kinds of outdoor activities; from cross-country skiing in the woods of bymarka and stenstadmarka, to downhill skiing in Norwegian ski resorts and ice-skating in winter time, through to mountaineering, cycling, fishing and kayaking in the summer.

“Book Club” is a book discussion and reading club of Iranian students and alumni of NTNU. We meet up once a month. We have covered a wide range of genres and languages so far.

As Iraninan, we highly appreciate partying, dancing and having food together. Nowruz (the Persian new year), Shab-e-Yalda (celebrating winter solstice) and Iranian food festival are examples of traditional Iranian celebrations we organize in ISAAN. In addition, Movember party has become the party of tradition in the recent years. Taking place in early November, it actually has a good timing for new coming students to become more familiar with ISAAN’s activities and it’s members. Keep in mind hat during our parties you will have lots of fun, a good chance to meet new people and a nice time with old friends. So do not miss any of them!

ISAAN offers different courses such as photography, ski, climbing, baking, Norwegian language, etc. Courses are in introductory level and suits those who do not have previous experience and want to learn more about specific activities and get some relevant practice. Courses are usually offered as one day workshop.