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ISYY's newsletter: Weekly Feed Joensuu Week 11/2023

Tue Mar 14 15:39:45 2023

ISYY's newsletter: Weekly Feed Joensuu Week 11/2023

14.3. - 20.3.2023

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HAPPY TUESDAY!

The very popular BRIDGES breakfasts are available again - get your free ticket from Kide.app before they are all gone!

This Sunday March 19 Finland celebrates equality and Minna Canth, an influential, trailblazing feminist writer and journalist. You can read more about her influence in Finnish history here.

Kind regards,

Salla
Coordinator of International Affairs in Joensuu (kv.joensuu(at)isyy.fi)

Parliamentary Election Advance Voting in Carelia

NB! Every citizen of Finland who has reached the age of 18 not later than on the day of the election is entitled to vote in the Elections, despite the domicile.

The advance voting period of the Finnish Parliamentary elections begins already next week and the voting can be done on campus in Carelia-building.

Opening hours of the voting station in Carelia:
Wed 22.3. – Thu 23.3. at 10-17
Mon 27.3. – Tue 28.3. at 10-18

To vote, it is necessary to present an identity document issued by the police. It that can be an ID, passport, driverce licence or other document with a picture. It is also good the figure out in advance who you are going to vote, you can check the candidate number at the voting station.

ISYY's Parliamentary Election Goals are now published!

The main focus in ISYY's goals are in the quality of education, in the wellbeing and poverty of students and in sustainable future.

Parliamentary Election Candidates can sign our goals and express that they are committed to them during the next parliamentary period. ISYY will publish the names and parties in the page as soon a candidate has signed our goals and we have checked the form. Before you vote, you can check from our websites, which candidates have been signed these goals.

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Could you be a part of ISYY's May Day (Vappu) team?

The biggest celebration of the whole year for students, May Day aka Vappu, is just around the corner. But before that we need a team to build our Vappu events!

The most traditional parts of ISYY's vappu is the Savo-Karjala Excursion that will be held on 29th April on both campuses and the May Day Eve traditions that have their own specialities in both campus cities.

The application period to ISYY's May Day Teams is open until this weeks Sunday 19.3.2023. Apply now so you will be a part of creating the big student celebration to our campus cities!

Get to know Student Assosiations and Clubs in ISYY Association Days

ISYY organises Association Days on 29.-30.3.2023 at Joensuu campus (Carelia Lobby) and 29.3.2023 at Kuopio Campus (Snellmania lobby). Come and find out what ISYY and associations close to it have to offer. It’s also possible that you’ll find some new activities from Association Days! ISYY Association Days are open for everybody and there’s no entrance fee. You can also purchase new overall patches.

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SYKETTÄ Joensuu

SYKETTÄ includes sport services for the students and staff members at the University of Eastern Finland and Karelia University of Applied Sciences. You can see the prices for each sticker on the SYKETTÄ website and you can buy your sticker online or from the ISYY office. Remember to create a user account with your uef email before you try to buy a sticker or enroll to classes.

Youtube: SYKETTÄ Sports | Instagram: @syketta_jns | Facebook: Sykettä

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Let’s move with Iita and Riina

A low level exercise group for those who want to exercise lightly and with a good mood. The class is suitable for everyone and refreshes the feeling after a day of study or work. The themes of the class vary from body conditioning to light exercise. Exercises are performed varying to the beat of the music and against time. You can participate every time or when it suits you!

A valid SYKETTÄ sticker is not required to participate and you don’t have to enroll on the class. You can just arrive on time. Bring your own exercise mat, indoor exercise equipment and a water bottle.

Themes:

Thu 16.3. Bodyweight workout
Thu 23.3. Body conditioning with equipment
Thu 30.3. Muscle tone workout with equipment

The class is instructed by SYKETTÄ physical activity counsellor / physiotherapist Riina and physical activity counsellor trainee Iita.

WHAT? Let’s move with Iita and Riina -group
WHERE? Mehtimäki hall pedagogical room
WHEN? On Thursdays at 4pm-5pm, 5 times

Communal walk 14.3.

Is there anything better than fresh air, activity and great company?

Next communal walk is on Tuesday 14th of March at 4 pm. The departure starts from Alkukivet statue in front of Carelia. The walk lasts about one hour, after which the group heads for a warm cup of coffee or tea.

Please prepare for the weather with appropriate equipment. The walk is open to everyone and does not require an advance registration.

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Board game night 15.3.

The BRIDGES project and Joensuu Board Gamers club will organize together a board game night on Wednesday 15th of March at 5 pm forward in Suvas meeting room (Suvantokatu 6).

During the evening, we play different board games. Everyone is welcome to play, whether you are a beginner or an expert. There is no pre-registration to the event. The games can be found on site, but you can also bring your own favorite game. Participation is free of charge and you will receive the BRIDGES project overall badge as a memory of the evening.

Welcome!

Save the date! Day trip to Elovaara 15.4.

On Saturday 15.4. BRIDGES project organizes a day trip to Elovaara nature trails. Elovaara’s nature trail is 4 km long and there are fireplaces along the route so it's a wonderful day trip destination. In Elovaara you can move around with your own group or join with ISYY's staff. More information about the event and registration is coming soon to ISYY's website, so remember to follow.

BRIDGES breakfasts 28.-30.3.

Come start your day with a nutritious breakfast and getting to know your fellow students, and you'll be energetic for the rest of the day!

Next breakfasts are organized in week 13 28.-30.3. in restaurant Aura at campus. Breakfast starts at 8:15 am and ends at 9 am.

The registration starts in Kide.app on 14.3. at 12 noon. Participation is free of charge and there are seats for 13 people at a time.

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Upcoming themes in Coffee & Friends

During the spring, the “Coffee & Friends” is organized every Tuesday 4 pm-6 pm in Joensuu at Aurora’s AU110 room and in Kuopio at Studentia’s chapel. “Coffee & Friends” is the students' living room, where you can rest after lectures, hang out with other students and enjoy a little snack. You can come to “Coffee & Friends” alone or with a friend.

Upcoming themes:

14.3. From planning to doing lecture, study psychologists as a guest
21.3. Bingo
28.3. Let's watch a short documentary

Welcome!

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Student tutors for new international students: application period has been extended until 15 March!

As a student tutor, you will get to know new students, can practice your language skills (English or otherwise) and you will also get credits! Tutoring before your exchange studies is a good way to get oriented and practice networking, and tutoring after your exchange is an opportunity to continue gaining international experience during your studies. See Kamu for more information about student tutoring and apply!

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ESN Joensuu Fundraiser Bake Sale (17.3)

Join us in spreading some love and positivity in these challenging times! ESN is excited to announce our upcoming baking and finger food sale to raise funds for those affected by the ongoing crisis in Turkey and Syria. We believe that every little bit counts and we want to do our part to make a difference.

We are thrilled to offer you an array of delectable treats that our team of bakers will create. From cookies to cakes, we've got something to please everyone's taste buds. Not only will you be treating yourself with a delicious snack, but you will also be contributing to a meaningful cause.

We want to make it easy for everyone to participate and donate, so everything you can grab at the sale will be priced at just 2 euros! Plus, please note that we will only be accepting cash payments at the event. All the proceeds from the event will go towards supporting the Finnish Red Cross.

See you all there!

WHAT? ESN Bakesale for Turkey and Syria
WHEN? 17th of March, 11:00-14:00
WHERE? Carelia Building

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Snowshoeing adventure (30.3)

Welcome to snow shoeing in Kuhasalo nature trail on March 30th. We'll start up at the parking lot of the nature trail at 10 am.

The trail is about two kilometers long and on even ground. No previous snow shoeing experience is needed and the snowshoes and poles will be provided. You'll need clothing according to the weather and food and drink of your choice since we'll be taking a break on a campfire site. Make sure you have boots for the snow shoeing and a thick jacket for the break.

The trip will take approximately 2,5 hrs and will fit 8 people. The trip is completely free of charge. Remember to sign up! Signing up and any questions you may have can be sent to this email address: helin.lotta@gmail.com

Multicultural Coffee by the Red Cross (every other Sunday)

Do you want to meet new people? Have you been feeling a bit lonely, or are you finding it hard to find a community? Come join us for our multicultural coffee, whether you are a refugee, a student, a local, or an immigrant. Come join us at Torikatu 17 every alternate Sunday, starting 12.02, for an afternoon of games, good conversation, and coffee. This is the perfect opportunity to make new friends and build community!

Time: 1pm-3pm

Date: Every alternate Sunday
12.3, 26.3, 09.4, 23.4, 7.5, 21.5

Location: Torikatu 17

Fee: free

Organization: Red cross/Punainen Risti

Meet International House Joensuu’s Integration Adviser at Luotsi!

We are there on Wednesdays, starting on the 11th of January 2023, from 10:00-12:00. (18th of January unfortunately is canceled.) You don’t need an appointment.

We can help you, if you have moved to Joensuu from abroad and you have questions related to:

general information and guidance on day-to-day life in Joensuu
you need information about the services in Joensuu
residence permits and applying for Finnish citizenship.

If necessary, we can book an appointment to our office at Malmikatu 5b, 4th floor.

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KAVI movies in spring 2023

National Audiovisual Institute of Finland (KAVI) has screenings of some movie classics and rare gems. KAVI movies are shown in Tapio movie theater on Mondays at 4:30pm. Tickets 6e, you can get them from Savon Kinot.

20.3. Agnès Varda: Une chante, l’autre pas, L’, France/Belgium 1976, Finnish/swedish subtitles
27.3. John Milius: Conan the Barbarian, USA 1982, Finnish/swedish subtitles
3.4. Shôhei Imamura: Fukushû suru wa ware ni ari/Vengeance Is Mine, Japan 1979, Finnish/swedish subtitles
17.4. Clint Eastwood: The Bridges of Madison County, USA 1995, Finnish/swedish subtitles

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Event calendar

Week 11

Mon 27.2. MtG Guild meeting at 3pm in Haltia meeting room (Yliopistokatu 7, Haltia building 2nd floor)Mon 13.3. MtG Guild meeting at 3pm in Haltia meeting room (Yliopistokatu 7, Haltia building 2nd floor)
Tue 14.3. ESN Joensuu weekly meeting at 4pm in Haltia meeting room (Yliopistokatu 7, Haltia building 2nd floor)
Tue 14.3. Luomio club meeting at 6pm in Haltia meeting room (Yliopistokatu 7, Haltia building 2nd floor)
Tue 14.3. BRIDGES Coffee & Friends 4pm-6pm in AU110
Wed 15.3. JOOJAKU meeting at 4pm in Haltia meeting room (Yliopistokatu 7, Haltia building 2nd floor)
Wed 15.3. International House Joensuu Integration Adviser between 10am-12 at Luotsi (Kauppakatu 29)
Thu 16.3. Joensuu Board Gamers meeting at 3pm in Haltia meeting room (Yliopistokatu 7, Haltia building 2nd floor)
Thu 16.3 Let's move with Iita and Riina between 4pm -5pm in Mehtimäki hall pedagogical room
Fri 17.3. Chess club meeting at 4pm in Haltia meeting room (Yliopistokatu 7, Haltia building 2nd floor)
Fri 17.3 ESN Joensuu Fundraiser Bake Sale between 11am-2pm in Carelia building

Week 12

Mon 20.3. MtG Guild meeting at 3pm in Haltia meeting room (Yliopistokatu 7, Haltia building 2nd floor)
Tue 21.3. ESN Joensuu weekly meeting at 4pm in Haltia meeting room (Yliopistokatu 7, Haltia building 2nd floor)
Tue 21.3. Luomio club meeting at 6pm in Haltia meeting room (Yliopistokatu 7, Haltia building 2nd floor)
Tue 21.3. BRIDGES Coffee & Friends 4pm-6pm in AU110
Wed 22.3. JOOJAKU meeting at 4pm in Haltia meeting room (Yliopistokatu 7, Haltia building 2nd floor)
Wed 22.3. International House Joensuu Integration Adviser between 10am-12 at Luotsi (Kauppakatu 29)
Thu 23.3. Joensuu Board Gamers meeting at 3pm in Haltia meeting room (Yliopistokatu 7, Haltia building 2nd floor)
Thu 23.3 Let's move with Iita and Riina between 4pm -5pm in Mehtimäki hall pedagogical room
Fri 24.3. Chess club meeting at 4pm in Haltia meeting room (Yliopistokatu 7, Haltia building 2nd floor)

TalentHub Joensuu

TalentHub Joensuu brings together international talents and companies in the Joensuu region.

As a part of the employment services of Joensuu city, TalentHub Joensuu aims to promote the integration of international talent into the Joensuu area, offer and develop personalized employment services for international professionals and work together with educational institutions and local companies to attract and keep international talents in the Joensuu region.

As an international talent, you can create your Talent Profile to introduce yourself to potential employers. As a company, you can look for the international skills your company needs with the Talent Profile search tool or by posting your own job ad.

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JobTeaser job portal

New job and traineeship offers for university students and graduates are advertised in the JobTeaser job portal. In the JobTeaser service, it is possible to sort job advertisements with numerous parameters.

Jobs in Finland

Welcome to explore open job opportunities in Finland. On our website, you can find jobs targeted at English speaking professionals. You don't have to be able to speak Finnish or Swedish.

Opiskelijatöihin.fi

An employment service website covering North Karelia and North Savo regions. The service is created and maintained by the Student’s Eastern-Finland association.

Students can leave their profiles anonymously for employers to find and also seek employers’ job advertisements.

Available grants for students of UEF and UEF's Open positions

There is a listing of grants availbale for students of the University of Eastern Finland at UEF's webpage.

You'll find a list of Open Positions at UEF HERE.

What is my Student Association?

Student Associations are independent, subject-specific associations. Student Associations gather together students who study the same subject, which allows for them to get to know their peers and work together in the field of student advocacy. It's a great way to meet new people and attend a variety of activities and events with people studying the same subject as you!

Each Student Association has their own overalls colour, they are listed in ISYY's student calendars! You can watch this Youtube video to learn more about the Finnish higher education overall tradition.

See the list of all Student Associations on ISYY's website to find out your own Student Association:

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Information about Weekly Feed

This is an issue of Weekly Feed at Joensuu campus. Weekly Feed is the English language newsletter of the Student Union of the University of Eastern Finland (ISYY). You are receiving this letter on your email because you are a member of ISYY and are studying at Joensuu campus or because you have joined the mailing list yourself.

Weekly Feed provides you with current information on matters related to the Student Union, UEF or other organisations close to students, such as FSHS. In addition, the newsletter provides you with information on events taking place at campus or the campus city.

Weekly Feed is published on Tuesdays during the academic year, with the exception of holidays and a few other days. If you do not want to receive the newsletter anymore, you can unsubscribe the letter via the link (Click here to unsubscribe) located on the bottom of the letter.

You will find more information on ISYY's newsletters and privacy protection on ISYY's website.

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