Tips from the pHøs

What should be packed in the moving load? And what does even "dark suit" mean? When the Nolla finds the first time in Lund difficult and all the new concepts confusing, it is a good idea to let the pHøs' wise words guide the Nolla.

Tips from the pHøs

What should be packed in the moving load? And what does even "dark suit" mean? When the Nolla finds the first time in Lund difficult and all the new concepts confusing, it is a good idea to let the pHøs' wise words guide the Nolla.

Packing list

What's actually important to include in the moving boxes? Scroll through this packing list to get some tips which migh not be obvious at first, but that will facilitate your first time in Lund considerably.

  • Bike

    In Lund, the bicycle is the Nollas best friend. The traffic is completely adapted to the bicycles and it rarely takes more than fifteen minutes to get between two places in the city. Don't forget bike lights, otherwise the police will come and take the Nolla by the ear. The pHøs recommends getting a bike before the Nolla moves, as there are a lot of people looking for a limited number of bikes at the start of the semester, which can make the bikes more expensive than they need to be!

  • Suit/Dress

    During the Introduction, several parties and sittnings are arranged with finer dress codes such as "semi-formal" or "black tie". At the Nollegasque, the Nolla can even dress in formal attire if they wants. So make sure that blazer, cocktail dress, suit, coat or prom dress is packed!

  • Sturdy shoes

    You never know what the Introduction, or the weather in Lund might bring. But we do know that most of the events during the Introduction will take place outdoors, and so it is in the Nollas best interest to bring sturdy shoes, which are not too cherished.

  • Needle and thread

    At LTH, the Ouverall is often the obvious choice of outfit for different events. The Nolla will soon notice that the Ouverall is almost the only clothing they will need in their wardrobe. The Ouverall is covered with memories in the form of patches from the Introduction and the coming 5 years at LTH. Since you will need to sew on the patches, it is wise to bring a sewing kit.

  • Money

    During the beginning of the semester you will need some money in your account to get started and pay for literature, residence, Ouverall, dinner parties etc.

  • Sleeping bag and sleeping mat

    [Only required for Swedish students] During the Introduction, there will be an opportunity to participate in an excursion with an overnight stay with a limited number of sleeping places. Therefore the pHøs asks the Nolla to bring a sleeping matress and sleeping bag if the Nolla has the opportunity so the Nolla can join this wonderful adventure!

Packing list

What's actually important to include in the moving boxes? Scroll through this packing list to get some tips which migh not be obvious at first, but that will facilitate your first time in Lund considerably.

  • Bike

    In Lund, the bike is your best friend! The trafic is almost completely accustomed to the many bikes in the city, and it rarely takes more than 15 minutes to get between places. But watch out, don't forget the lights, or the police will come nab your ear (Swedish proverb).

  • Suit/Dress

    During the Introduction, several parties and sittnings are arranged with finer dress codes such as "semi-formal" or "black tie". At the Nollegasque, the Nolla can even dress in formal attire if they wants. So make sure that blazer, cocktail dress, suit, coat or prom dress is packed!

  • sturdy shoes

    You never know what the Introduction, or the weather in Lund might bring. But we do know that most of the events during the Introduction will take place outdoors, and so it is in the Nollas best interest to bring sturdy shoes, which are not too cherished.

  • Needle and thread

    At LTH the natural outfit choice is always the overalls. Actually, you will soon notice that the overall is the only garment you need. The overalls are covered with patches from various events and happenings as memories of the Introduction and the following years at LTH. Since these patches has to be sewn on,and since it is somewhat of a social institution to "sew on patches", it is a good idea to bring the sewing kit from home.

  • Money

    During the beginning of the semester you need some money to get started and pay for literature, residence, Ouverall, dinner parties etc.

  • Sleeping bag and sleeping mat

    [Only required for Swedish students] During the Introduction, there will be an opportunity to participate in an excursion with an overnight stay with a limited number of sleeping places. Therefore the pHøs asks the Nolla to bring a sleeping matress and sleeping bag if the Nolla has the opportunity so the Nolla can join this wonderful adventure!

Dress Codes

If you find it hard to understand the dress codes, this will be to your help! The dress codes are guidelines to help the Nolla, but they are rarely strict.

The most important is that the Nolla wears whatever makes them feel comfortable!

The Ouverall

The Ouverall is usually the only choice for a technologist, and the most important garment of the Nolla. To accompany the Ouverall, a t-shirt, tank top or a more festive top is worn, depending on the occasion.

Semi-Formal

Optional blazer and pants that do not need to be of the same color or fabric, or a cocktail dress, are good choices for this dress code. To accompany the jacket, a tie or a bow tie can be worn.

Black Tie

A dark suit or a dress of a longer model should be worn. The suit may be somewhat patterned.

Formal Wear

A tailcoat or a formal gown are good options. The tailcoat should be black. The bow tie is white, and black patent leather dress shoes. The gown may be in any colour. The engineer's cap is welcome to be worn.

Technologist clothing

The Ouverall

The Nolla quickly realizes that the Ouverall is the favorite garment for an engineering student. The Ouverall provides both cohesion within the Guild and at the entire LTH. There are some rules of thumb regarding Ouveralls:

• The Ouverall should always be worn whenever there is an opportunity.

• Patches should always be sewn on.

• If the Ouverall is to be washed it needs to be worn by a student at the same time.

• Exchange of Ouverall leg stripes strengthens the bond between the Guilds.

• Exchange of buttons means the two students have kissed.

• Exchange of collar with another student means intimate relationship.


The Nolla will have the chance to buy the Ouverall during the first weeks at LTH.

The ENGINEER’S CAP

The engineer's cap is an important accessory for the engineering student and is often worn at events. The white cap is worn from the end of April to the fourth of October and the dark blue cap in between. Spegates (braided rings) are worn on the cap and represent the section a technologist belongs to and the number of years of study the engineering student has completed. After completing the Master's degree program, a padlock is attached to the spegates as proof. The rules governing the technologist's cap are:

• Chemical engineering has yellow stripes, Biotechnology has a yellow-green stripes and Food technology has a yellow-red stripes.

• A tied tassel means the student is in a relationship.

• When somebody ties one of the strings in the tassel, that somebody should be rewarded with a kiss from the student wearing the cap.

• A braid in the tassel means intimacy.

• The cap may not, under any circumstances, be worn until the Nolla “drinks it in” at the Nollegasque.

You will get opportunity to by your own Engineer's cap during your first time at LTH.

Technologist clothing

The Ouverall

The Nolla quickly realizes that the Ouverall is the favorite garment for an engineering student. The Ouverall provides both cohesion within the Guild and at the entire LTH. There are some rules of thumb regarding Ouveralls:

• The Ouverall should always be worn whenever there is an opportunity.

• Patches should always be sewn on.

• If the Ouverall is to be washed it needs to be worn by a student at the same time.

• Exchange of Ouverall leg stripes strengthens the bond between the Guilds.

• Exchange of buttons means the two students have kissed.

• Exchange of collar with another student means intimate relationship.


The Nolla will have the chance to buy the Ouverall during the first weeks at LTH.

The ENGINEER’S CAP

The engineer's cap is an important accessory for the engineering student and is often worn at events. The white cap is worn from the end of April to the fourth of October and the dark blue cap in between. Spegates (braided rings) are worn on the cap and represent the section a technologist belongs to and the number of years of study the engineering student has completed. After completing the Master's degree program, a padlock is attached to the spegates as proof. The rules governing the technologist's cap are:

• Chemical engineering has yellow stripes, Biotechnology has a yellow-green stripes and Food technology has a yellow-red stripes.

• A tied tassel means the student is in a relationship.

• When somebody ties one of the strings in the tassel, that somebody should be rewarded with a kiss from the student wearing the cap.

• A braid in the tassel means intimacy.

• The cap may not, under any circumstances, be worn until the Nolla “drinks it in” at the Nollegasque.

You will get opportunity to by your own Engineer's cap during your first time at LTH.

Tips from the pHøs

For the well-being and wallet of the Nolla, it is strongly recommended that Nollan prepares lunch boxes.. With a ready-made lunch box waiting for you, the Nolla can embark on the most exciting adventures with the peace of mind that you can eat whenever you want. Plus, the money you save can go toward other fun things that might just brighten up your everyday life!

/ ØverpHøs Lux Singularis

The mentors are there to answer everything under the sun. The mentors are the Nolla's great source of comfort and are more than happy to help. With their valuable knowledge and experience, they can provide the Nolla with plenty of tips and advice to make the student life as exciting and memorable as possible. And don't forget, all the mentors were once Nollor themselves.

/ pHøs Xaurumni

Something very important for the Nolla is not forgettting to take good care of their health, both mental and physical. Therefore, the Nolla should take the time to do things that make them feel good, such as exercising, getting enough sleep, reading a book, or spending time with friends. And most importantly, the Nolla should not forget to rest! It is perfectly fine, for example, not to attend every event during the Introduction if the Nolla needs some rest!

/pHøs Exo Ferexo

The yellow ouverall is the Nolla's best friend and can hold more than you can ever imagine. Pack everything you need for long days; water bottle, snacks, painkillers, tampons, needle and thread, anything you can think of and more. The storage possibilities that the ouverall offers are endless, so make the most of them!

/ pHøs Aestumari

In Lund and at LTH, the phenomenon of the “academic quarter” has existed since time immemorial. Therefore, it is good for the Nolla to know the concept and what it entails. Lectures and parties start 15 minutes past the scheduled time, unless it is after 6 PM or during the weekend, when a double quarter applies and they start 30 minutes after the scheduled time. If the academic quarter does not apply, "prick prick", “dot dot” or (..) is written after the time. The Nolla should remember that exams, quizzes, and Laboratory work never have an academic quarter..

/ pHøs Amperoxxez

For the Nolla, consuming H2O is the highest priority to sustain you well being during the introduction. Whether Pyroxxez steers us toward blazing sunshine or monsoon rain remains to be seen, so the Nolla should always pack both a water bottle and an umbrella. And don't forget, H2O is always free and very refreshing.

/ pHøs Pyroxxez

In the introductions rumble and excited everyday life it is easy to forget about your studies. But it's a good investment for future study weeks if the Nolla tries to maintain a good study pace and find a balance between studies and the Nollning. Get help from your new found friends and study together until the evening's fun begins. Remember, it's okay to fall behind in your studies, as long as the Nolla doesn't feel too stressed when becoming a first-year student and the exams start approaching. 

/ pHøs Eosphorus

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