Badminton — The sports council (Idrottsrådet) is an association that works to ensure that the members of the Göta Student Union have access to physical activity in connection to their studies, for example badminton.

Photo: Vilde Andersen Engen

Commitment to student physical activity recognized

Published

12 September 2024

Student teacher Vilde Andersen Engen has been awarded the 2024 Gunnar Svedberg Prize for her work with the student association Idrottsrådet (the Sports Council). The prize is awarded annually to a student who has contributed to the welfare of the University of Gothenburg’s students, ideally fostering increased collaboration between students across the university’s various departments.

Vilde Andersen Engen is enrolled in the subject teacher programme and serves as the chair of the student association Idrottsrådet. The association works to provide members of the Göta Student Union with opportunities for physical activity, including activities such as floorball, badminton, beachvolleyboll and football.

According to the jury’s statement, Vilde Andersen Engen’s commitment to Idrottsrådet has been instrumental in creating a meeting place for students from various parts of the university, with participants from around the world. Through sport, student health is promoted, and her inclusive leadership fosters a welcoming environment where students can connect and enjoy time outside of their studies.

The jury further notes that Vilde Andersen Engen’s work exemplifies how student initiatives can contribute to a more cohesive and integrated student culture, making her a worthy recipient of the 2024 Gunnar Svedberg Prize.

By: Thomas Melin

About the prize

Gunnar Svedberg was the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Gothenburg from 2003 to 2006. The recipient of the prize is selected by the university board following a recommendation from a jury composed of three student representatives, one faculty representative, and one representative from the technical/administrative staff.