Icelandic Film School is taken over by Rafmennt following its bankruptcy
Ch-Ch-Changes! The Icelandic Film School Has a New Home and a Bright Future
After a rocky financial year, the Icelandic Film School is getting a breather, thanks to a takeover by Rafmennt - the educational center of the Electrical Industry. This change of guard happened following the school's bankruptcy in March, which, unfortunately, means a goodbye to their long-held home on Suðurlandsbraut.
In a bold move announced on Wednesday, Rafmennt has snapped up the school's name, trademark, equipment, and other assets from the bankruptcy estate. This strategic purchase is more than just a business deal; it's a major step towards preserving film education in Iceland, providing a much-needed breath of fresh air after weeks of uncertainty.
Refusing the Minister's Proposal
The plan for the Icelandic Film School's future wasn't always in Rafmennt's hands. After the school's financial woes, the Minister of Education proposed transferring film studies to the Reykjavik Technical School. However, this idea was met with fierce resistance from both the school's leadership and students, who eventually rejected the offer.
A New Lease of Life
With no other options left on the table, the school's estate entered into negotiations with Rafmennt, leading to an immediate relocation within just a couple of days, starting from April 16.
Upcoming discussions with students, staff, and teachers are scheduled for April 23, aiming to address the transition and lay out the next steps. Rafmennt is keen on resuming classes as soon as possible, following the necessary preparations.
Supporting Staff During Transition
In its official statement, Rafmennt also expressed a commitment to supporting the school's staff during this transition period. This support includes helping them present claims to the bankruptcy estate and, if necessary, seeking compensation from the Wage Guarantee Fund.
A New Dawn for Film Education in Iceland
According to Rafmennt, this takeover marks a golden opportunity to boost film studies in Iceland. They plan to integrate the Icelandic Film School's curriculum with their existing film technology programs, in collaboration with other institutions in the field. This strategy aims to cultivate a unified, forward-thinking curriculum suited to the ever-changing demands of the film industry.
Although the details regarding the timeline and exact structure of this integrated curriculum are yet to come, one thing's for sure – it's time for the Icelandic Film School to write a new chapter in the annals of film education. So, brace your cameras and get ready to roll, film enthusiasts. The show must go on! 🎬🎉 #IcelandFilmSchool #NewBeginnings #FilmEducation #Rafmennt
- The Icelandic Film School's curriculum will be integrated with Rafmennt's existing film technology programs, creating a unified, forward-thinking approach to film education.
- Rafmennt has guaranteed to support the school's staff during the transition period, helping them file claims with the bankruptcy estate and seeking compensation from the Wage Guarantee Fund if necessary.
- The upcoming discussions with students, staff, and teachers, scheduled for April 23, aim to address the transition and lay out the next steps for the relocated school.
- The takeover by Rafmennt provides a much-needed boost to film education in Iceland and serves as a major step towards securing its future in personal-finance terms.
- The Icelandic Film School's relocation from Suðurlandsbraut to a new location was established following the school's bankruptcy in March, which marked the end of an era in the world of education-and-self-development and learning.
