Sámi University of Applied Sciences was formally opened on November 1, 1989. In this way, a long-standing wish within the Sámi community was fulfilled — to offer Sámi teacher education, in the Sámi language, and within a Sámi environment.
About Sámi University of Applied Sciences
Strategy 2022-2026
A Sámi university for the future of Sápmi – meeting the knowledge needs of Sámi communities: The strategy also presents the core values that guide the work of Sámi University of Applied Sciences.
Unifying
With an all-Sámi perspective, Sámi University of Applied Sciences serves as a unifying force for all of Sápmi, the Sámi languages, and Sámi communities. At Sámi University, everyone should feel safe and included.
Future-oriented
Sámi University of Applied Sciences walks familiar paths while daring to explore new ones. It is a forward-looking and courageous pioneering institution, both in Sápmi and in Indigenous cooperation.
Responsible
Sámi University of Applied Sciences strengthens and takes responsibility for Sámi languages, values, and knowledge traditions and through this, it also empowers Sámi communities.