A life dedicated to Romanian language. Interview with professor Arne Halvorsen
A life dedicated to Romanian language. Interview with professor Arne Halvorsen
Author(s): Crina LeonSubject(s): Cultural Essay, Political Essay, Societal Essay
Published by: Asociatia Romana pentru Studii Baltice si Nordice
Keywords: Arne Halvorsen; Norway; Romania; Romanian language lectureship; Trondheim; dictionary
Summary/Abstract: Professor Arne Halvorsen (1939-2014) was and remains a central figure when referring to Romanian-Norwegian cultural relations. In 2010 he was awarded the Order of Cultural Merit, in the rank of Commander, by the President of Romania, for his “exceptional contribution to promoting Romanian culture and language as well as Romania’s image in the Kingdom of Norway”. Due to his efforts, a Romanian language lectureship was established at the University of Trondheim (NTNU) in the period 2008-2011. Moreover, he wrote the first Romanian-Norwegian Dictionary (2001) and the first Romanian grammar in Norwegian (2012) – photos below.
Journal: Revista Română de Studii Baltice şi Nordice
- Issue Year: 6/2014
- Issue No: 1
- Page Range: 207-211
- Page Count: 5
- Language: English
