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The Iceland University of the Arts is a higher education institution dedicated to the field of art. It actively promotes art education across the nation and engages the public in learning about arts and culture.

  • Organizational register

    REGISTER OF ORGANIZATION

    Iceland University of the Arts

    Article 1

    The Iceland University of the Arts is a non-profit organization with a separate board. His home and forum is in Reykjavík.

    The founding capital of the non-profit organization is its own capital on September 21, 1998, ISK. 500.000 NOK. When disposing of the income of the Iceland University of the Arts, the objectives stated in Article 2 shall be observed. hereafter.

    Article 2

    Iceland University of the Arts is a higher education institution in the field of art, which meets the requirements for teaching and research at university level. Iceland University of the Arts shall also work to promote art education with the nation and convey education about arts and culture to the public.

    Article 3

    The board of the school is made up of 5 people for three years at a time, and none of them must earn their living from working at the school or studying at the school. The Minister of Education nominates two people to the board, but three must be elected at the general meeting of Bakland. The board elects a chairman and vice-chairman from among its members.

    Article 4

    The school's board must protect the school's mission and make sure that the activities serve the set goals. She is responsible for the school's operations, finances and assets and determines school fees. The board appoints the school's rector.

    Article 5

    The rector is appointed for five years at a time and the position shall be advertised as open for application. An acting rector may be reappointed once, for another five-year period, without the position being advertised as open for application. However, the rector's total term of office shall not exceed 10 years.

    The Rector manages the operation and management of the school on behalf of the board and is responsible to it. He is responsible for ensuring that work arrangements are in accordance with roles, goals and quality requirements. The rector is responsible for hiring employees. The principal officers of the school shall be appointed by the rector in consultation with the board.

    Article 6

    The executive council is a consultation forum for the school's main administrators. The council deals with the common issues of departments, support areas and the organization of school work.

    Article 7

    The academic council is a consultation forum for administrators, teachers and students of the school on academic issues, across departments. The council deals with the school's professional goals and is a leader for administrators in academic matters.

    Article 8

    The university meeting is a forum for collaboration between the school's departments and institutions, and the board and the rector can seek its opinions regarding the school's activities and development. A university meeting must be held at least once per school year. The professional council convenes university meetings. The school's board sets more detailed rules for the activities of university meetings.

    Article 9

    The Appeals Committee has the highest authority in disciplinary matters and student rights matters. The decision committee consists of one dean, who is the chairman of the committee, and two teacher representatives. The school's executive board nominates the adjudication committee and sets rules for its activities.

    Article 10

    The work of the school shall be divided into departments according to arts, and the board of the school shall determine the division of departments. The school board sets rules for the school in accordance with Act no. 63/2006. The management of each department is entrusted to the dean. The department head is appointed for a five-year term and the position must be advertised as open for application. The acting dean may be reappointed once, for another five-year period, without the position being advertised as open for application. The continuous term of office of the dean shall not exceed 10 years. The rector appoints the dean after consultation with the board.

    Article 11

    The University of the Arts annually publishes a curriculum based on the curricula of the departments. The syllabus includes an account of study arrangements, teaching methods, assessment and rules. Heads of departments are responsible for their department's teaching files, while the head of teaching edits them. The curriculum must be reviewed before each school year.

    Article 12

    When hiring for the positions of dean or university lecturer, the qualifications of the applicants must be assessed by the qualifications committee. The rector appoints a qualification committee, according to rules for the awarding of academic positions, after receiving the proposals of the professional council and in consultation with the school board. The qualification committee shall be composed of three representatives, two who serve for two years at a time and one who is appointed for each case.

    Article 13

    The school's fiscal year is the calendar year, and within three months of the end of the fiscal year, the rector must present the annual accounts together with a report on the activities to the school's board. The rector must submit the operating plan for the next fiscal year to the school's board for consideration by November 30 each year.

    Article 14

    If the Iceland University of the Arts is closed, a liquidation committee, consisting of one representative from each nominating party on the school's board, must oversee the process. They are responsible for ensuring that the school's assets are protected in line with the non-profit organization's goals. A decommissioning proposal must be submitted to the county commissioner in the North West.

    Article 15

    The Ministry of Education guarantees financial support to the Iceland University of the Arts based on a contract for the services provided by the school.

    The school is authorized to enter into agreements for financial support or other forms of support with anyone who wants to provide financial support to the school or use its services. The school is responsible for its obligations.

    Article 16

    The general meeting of the board shall be held in connection with the annual meeting, where the school's finances and the main points of the work plan are presented. The choice of a certified auditor shall be presented at the general meeting. The board of the school shall set rules for the arrangement of the annual meeting.

    Article 17

    The board of the school can, by unanimous decision, change this charter, with the approval of the county commissioner in the North West.

    Amendments to this charter will only be approved at a legally convened meeting of the board of directors if a proposal for such has been presented in the notice of the meeting.

     

    Upon confirmation of this charter, the older charter no. 586/1998.

    Signature of the board.

    This charter is hereby confirmed in accordance with the Act on funds and institutions operating according to confirmed charter no. 19/1988.

    View confirmed charter.

  • Organization chart

  • Rector

    The Rector oversees the school's operations and management on behalf of the board and is accountable to it. The Rector ensures that work arrangements align with roles, goals, and quality requirements, including curriculum and teaching arrangements. Additionally, the Rector appoints the school's main officers in consultation with the board.

    The Rector heads the Executive Council and the Academic Council.

    Kristín Eysteinsdóttir is Rector of the Iceland University of the Arts.

    Kristín Eysteinsdóttir earned a master's degree in directing from Goldsmiths, University of London, in 2007, following a BA in dramaturgy from the University of Aarhus in 2002. She has directed around 20 shows in commercial theaters and served as a permanent director at Borgarleikhúsið from 2008 to 2014. In 2008, she was named Director of the Year at Gríman for the show Sá ljóti and received nominations for the same award in 2010, 2012, and 2013. Kristín has also directed at Útvarpsleikhúsið, worked as a dramaturg for numerous shows, and held various positions of responsibility, including board seats and chairmanships in drama, education, and publishing committees.

    Kristín Eysteinsdóttir was appointed Theater Manager of the City Theater in 2014 and held the position until 2020. Under her leadership, the City Theater achieved remarkable artistic and operational success, breaking attendance records and winning the Grímuna, the Icelandic performing arts award, for Show of the Year every year during her tenure. She recently completed her first short film and has been developing her first full-length film for the past two years. Kristín also served as a Professor and Programme Director in the Department of Performing Arts at the Iceland University of the Arts during the 2022-2023 academic year.

  • Chief Executive Officer

    The Managing Director collaborates with the Rector to manage the school's finances and assets, in consultation with the Rector and the school's board. The Managing Director also holds a seat on the school's executive board.

  • Dean

    The Dean is responsible for the professional and academic policy of the department and its implementation in studies, teaching, and research. As the immediate superior of the department's academic staff, the Dean oversees the administration of student and staff affairs and holds decision-making authority on matters related to academic careers and progress. The Dean also sits on the professional council and other relevant committees. Additionally, the Dean oversees faculty meetings, faculty council meetings, and other departmental gatherings.

  • Management Council

    The Management Council has decision-making authority over the University of the Arts' common issues, including quality management and the organization of activities, operations, finances, housing, and facilities. The Management Council prepares policy proposals on major issues and supports the Rector in day-to-day management. The Equality Committee and the Environment Committee report to the Management Council.

  • Academic Council

    The Academic Council holds decision-making power in academic matters, discussing the school's professional goals, performance, and quality. It guides administrators in teaching, research, and development, and prepares policy proposals on major issues. The Teaching Committee and the Research Committee report to the Academic Council. The council comprises the Rector, vice-rectors, deans, and a student representative selected by the Student Council. The Rector leads the council meetings, which are typically held once a month.

  • Student council

    The Student Council serves as a consultation platform for student associations and a point of contact with the school's management. It comprises the presidents of the student associations from each department. The Student Council also appoints student representatives to the school's committees and councils.

About IUAs Board

  • The composition and responsibility of IUAs Board

    The Board of the University of the Arts holds the highest decision-making authority within the university, overseeing all matters concerning the institution. The Board safeguards the school's role and ensures that its activities align with set goals. Additionally, the Board appoints the school's Rector.
    The Board is responsible for the university's operations, finances, and assets. It determines school fees and establishes rules for key activities, such as job provisions within the school. The Board also calls for an open annual meeting to present the school's finances and main points of the work plan, and sets the rules for organizing this meeting.
    The Board of the University of the Arts consists of five members serving three-year terms, none of whom are employed by or studying at the school. The Minister of Universities, Industry, and Innovation nominates two members, while three are elected at the general meeting of the Bakland University of the Arts in Iceland. The Board elects a chairman and vice-chairman from among its members and establishes operating rules, which are published on the school's website.
    The Board's role is similar to that of the University Council as defined in Article 15 of the Law on Universities, no. 63/2006.

  • Management staff

    Sigrún Lilja Guðbjartsdóttir, representative of the Ministry of Universities, Industry and Innovation.
    Gísli Örn Garðarsson, representative of the Ministry of Universities, Industry and Innovation.
    Karen María Jónsdóttir, representative of Bakland LHÍ.
    Hildur Gunnlaugsdóttir, representative of Bakland LHÍ.
    Sveinbjörn Baldvinsson, representative of Bakland LHÍ.

    Substitutes:

    Jóhann G. Jóhannsson, deputy representative of Bakland LHÍ.
    Mist Þorkelsdóttir, deputy representative of Bakland LHÍ.

  • Board Operating Rules

    The school's board consists of five members serving three-year terms, none of whom may be employed by or studying at the school. The Minister of Education nominates two members, while three are elected at the general meeting of the Bakland.

  • Roles and Responsibilities

    The school's board holds the highest decision-making authority and oversees all matters concerning the institution. It is responsible for protecting the school's mission and ensuring that activities align with set goals. The board manages operations, finances, and assets, and determines school fees. It also decides on the division of departments and appoints the Rector according to the provisions in the charter.
    The Rector oversees the school's operations and management on behalf of the board and is accountable to it. The Rector ensures that work arrangements align with roles, goals, and quality requirements, including curriculum and teaching arrangements. Additionally, the Rector is responsible for providing the board with information about the school's activities, such as finances, structure, and operations.
    The Rector appoints the school's main officers in consultation with the board. The school board sets rules in accordance with Act no. 136/1997 and establishes general guidelines for job provisions. Budgets and accounts must be submitted to the board for approval. Board members are required to understand the relevant laws, regulations, and statutes, and to recognize the role of the board and their responsibilities. They must make independent decisions in each case and ensure internal control, monitoring the implementation of the board's decisions. This includes the submission and approval of budgets, interim settlements, and final settlements.

  • Operating rules

    • The board divides the work.
    • The chairman of the board chairs the meetings and the vice-chairman in the absence of the chairman. The chairman prepares the board meeting with the rector.
    • The chairman and other board members work on the school's issues between meetings as the occasion arises at any given time.
    • The board can appoint sub-committees within the board to work on specific projects.
    • The rector convenes board meetings on behalf of the chairman and in consultation with him.
    • Meetings should normally be held no less often than once a month and more often if necessary. In addition to the board members, the rector attends board meetings.
    • It is allowed to call the managing director, deans and other administrators of the school in cases where issues related to their field of work are being discussed.
    • The secretary submits minutes for board meetings for approval. Minutes must be handed over to the rector for safekeeping.
    • Meeting documents must be kept with meeting minutes.
    • The board makes decisions on the issues that fall under its scope of work
    • her In the event of a vote, the majority of votes shall prevail.
    • Meeting minutes shall not be published unless a special decision is made.
    • Board members must maintain confidentiality and confidentiality regarding issues discussed at board meetings.
    • Board members must ensure that the general rules on the disqualification of board members are followed.
    • The composition of the board takes into account the fact that none of the board members can support themselves by working at the school or studying at the school.
    • It is desirable that most of the board members are independent of the school in other respects.
    • The board itself must assess whether a board member is independent and explain its findings in the school's annual report.
    • Board members are not considered independent if they receive significant payments from the school or its senior management other than board salaries, contractor fees or consulting fees.
    • Board members are not considered independent if they are connected by close interest or family ties to any of the school's advisors, board members or senior management.
    • In its work, the board must rely on the charter and school rules.
    • The board determines the board salary, the board salary must take into account the board salary in similar institutions.
    • Information about board members must be available in official documents about the school, such as on the website.

    It is desirable that the board regularly evaluates its work, procedures and practices as well as the progress of the school.

  • Annual meeting

    In accordance with the school's charter, the board holds an open annual meeting to present the school's finances and the main points of the work plan. The board sets the rules for organizing this meeting.