Category: Opinion

Terje Joranger writes about The Emigrants, a film based on Vilhelm Moberg’s novel series about Scandinavian emigrants to the United States.

Editor-in-chief Lori Ann Reinhall shares her family story of emigration when introducing the theme of articles in this edition of the newspaper.

Luther College student Nick Rogness says his summer internship with The Norwegian American took him out of his comfort zone to learn new things.

Editor-in-chief Lori Ann Reinhall reports on her visit to Norway, meeting news contributors, and upcoming changes for the paper.

Musician Gunnar Hjálmarsson (aka Dr. Gunni) makes a list of things that tourism has done to “ruin” cities in Iceland. (It’s not what you think.)

Editor-in-chief Lori Ann Reinhall invites readers to enjoy our Iceland issue full of beautiful photos, sheep, wool, sweaters, art, and humor.

Monica Sydgård,a director at Save the Children Norway, says rate of poverty has tripled, leaving many children behind in school and activities.

Editor-in-chief Lori Ann Reinhall focuses on travel, reading, and children’s books to celebrate The Norwegian American’s summer issue.

Olav Reikerås argues that the Ukraine war is no reason for Norway to join the European Union because it would have to deny its own interests.

Editor-in-chief Lori Ann Reinhall tells readers of the benefits of a subscription to the only Norwegian newspaper published in the United States.