DISK

Traditions

As a student union, we organise many social events and gatherings, some of which have developed their own traditions.

Welcome Dinner

The Welcome Dinner is a formal student banquet held at the beginning of the autumn semester for all new students at DSV. The evening includes a three-course dinner and entertainment. An after-party is usually held afterwards at DISK’s student union venue, Foo Bar. To purchase tickets for the dinner, please contact Insparken.

Ratatosk

Ratatosk is DISK’s most prestigious formal banquet, where DISK’s Senior Medals and Medals of Merit are awarded. The purpose of the dinner is to hold an annual festive banquet at which DISK members, active volunteers and representatives of other student associations can socialise in a pleasant setting. Ratatosk souvenirs are usually available for purchase during the pre-dinner reception.

Graduation Dinner

Once you have finally graduated, we invite you to a graduation banquet, usually held in Foo Bar. It takes place in the spring, and everyone who completed their studies earlier in the year is welcome—we promise, we do not check diplomas at the door—to celebrate together that their studies are finally over.

Systemvetardagen

Systemvetardagen is DISK’s best-attended event of the year. It is a career fair organised by the Business Relations Section. Around 50 companies usually exhibit at the fair each year to meet IT students. Systemvetardagen is free for all visitors and normally takes place in early March. More information about Systemvetardagen can be found here.

General Banquet Rules

A sittning is a student banquet featuring dinner with friends and entertainment. The rules vary depending on how formal the banquet is. However, certain rules apply to all banquets: 

  • When the toastmaster is speaking, everyone must remain quiet. Put down your cutlery if you are still eating. This also applies during speeches and performances.

 

  • You should preferably remain at the table until the scheduled break. When you need to leave, be discreet and do not leave or return during a speech or performance.

 

  • At less formal banquets, guests may tap their hands on the table and call out “tempo” when the programme is progressing too slowly. The toastmaster will then introduce the next song or performance. This is not permitted at more formal events.

 

  • At most banquets, dinner formally ends with the song O gamla klang- och jubeltid. Everyone stands in front of their chair during the song. According to tradition, you must not sit down again after the song has ended, as doing so means that you will never graduate. O gamle klang- och jubeltid. Under sången står alla upp framför sin stol, det är då viktigt att inte sätta sig på stolen igen efter att sången är slut då det enligt traditionen betyder att man inte kommer att ta examen.

Rules for Ratatosk

  • At the end of the pre-dinner reception, the toastmaster will announce that the guests may take their seats. Go to your assigned seat, which you should have located during the reception.
  • To propose a toast to the entire gathering rather than only the people seated near you, contact the toastmaster.
  • Gloves must be removed during dinner and kept in your bag or on your lap.
  • Handbags must not be placed on the table. They should be hung from the chair or kept on your lap.
  1. Toasts are initiated by the toastmaster or a speaker.
  2. Raise your glass and acknowledge the other person with eye contact. The glasses should not touch.
  3. First, acknowledge your dinner partner.
  4. Then acknowledge the person seated beside you.
  5. Finally, acknowledge the person seated opposite you.
  6. Take a sip and conclude the toast by repeating the acknowledgements in reverse order: the person opposite you, the person beside you and finally your dinner partner.

Dress Codes

The following dress codes apply at DISK events unless otherwise stated.

Business casual

Business casual means wearing a suit, shirt and dress shoes. A tie or bow tie is optional. 

Dark Suit

A dark suit means wearing a dark-coloured suit with a white shirt and dress shoes. A tie or bow tie is required.

Formal Evening Dress

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Formal attire is worn at the most formal occasions: white tie, a full-length evening gown, or traditional dress.

With Academic Insignia

Academic insignia may be worn with formal attire, including student union sashes, medals, pins and other academic decorations.

How to Wear the Student Union Sash

The student union sash is worn on formal occasions and is part of our tradition.

Follow the instructions for correct placement and folding.

DISK’s Awards

DISK presents awards to individuals who have made particularly significant contributions to the student union. The awards are presented at formal occasions following a decision by the Board. 

Medal of Merit

The Medal of Merit is awarded to someone who has made significant contributions benefiting DISK beyond the responsibilities of their position. It consists of a medal with a black-and-gold ribbon worn on the left side. The medal is a diamond shape in matte gold, with DISK’s raised emblem in the centre. The Medal of Merit is worn closest to the heart unless the recipient also holds a Senior Medal, in which case the Senior Medal is worn closest to the heart.

Senior Medal

The Senior Medal may be awarded to someone who has demonstrated strong fellowship, exceptional commitment and long-standing involvement in DISK. It consists of a round, polished, gold-coloured medal with a black-and-gold ribbon. The centre of the medal features the same laurel wreath as DISK’s emblem, together with the raised words “DISK SENIOR”. The Senior Medal is also known as Per Persson’s Medal for Meritorious Service and must always be worn closest to the heart.

Board Medal

DISK’s Board Medal is awarded to members of the DISK Board. It consists of a medal with a black-and-gold ribbon. The medal features a round laurel wreath with a Maltese cross and DISK’s raised emblem in the centre. The medal is available in both silver and gold. Silver is worn by current Board members, while gold is worn by those who served on the Board during a previous operational year. The Board Medal must always be worn outside honorary medals.

Chairperson’s Medal

The Chairperson’s Medal has a black-and-gold ribbon and is DISK’s largest medal. It features a round laurel wreath with a Maltese cross and DISK’s raised emblem in the centre. The medal is available in both silver and gold. Silver is worn by the current chairperson and vice-chairperson, while gold is worn by former members of the presidium. The medal is worn around the neck.