In the 1800’s, the Ångermanlandian and the Westrobothnian nations fused and created the Bothnian nation. Norrlands Nation was later formed in 1827 when the “Medelpado-Jämtska” nation joined as well. The new, joint nation had 56 members back then (compared to the 8000 members of today).
”Sångarföreningen” eventually changed its name to ”Chorus Virorum” and is still active at the nation. The choir has been joined by three sororities, four fraternities, eight cultural associations and two sports associations. Info about the associations can be found in this magazine as well.
The nation is, in fact, only the members themselves. During the nation’s first years, there was not even a nation house, and the nation was moved from building to building. The current old part of the nation house was finished and ready to be used in 1889. The nation had then been collecting and saving money since 1843. The nation choir of the time, “Sångföreningen”, actually went up to Norrland to sing and collect money. In 1971, the new part of the nation house was built.
Norrlands nation has a long and varied history, and as a new member of the nation, you’re now part of a 190-year-old student nation with roots in 17th century Sweden. And through two world wars, the introduction of general suffrage, the moon landing, and two silvers for Sweden in the World Cup, the nation has resided in its house along the Fyris river. A big welcome to you all!
Photo: Norrlands nations archive Text: Felix Marklund
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