Kuopio's Student Vappu

The highlight of the whole academic year, Vappu (May Day), will bring life to Kuopio by introducing a variety of events organised by ISYY, student organisations and clubs.

Traditionally, the students’ Vappu celebrations begin as early as in the middle of April and will culminate in the Vappu eve and its traditions. On ISYY’s part, these include the cleaning of the Tooth in Lukema and the pool event at the Kuopio market square where we will wash and cap the Velj’mies statue and immerse the Professor. The afterparty is held in Circus. You can find a list of all the Vappu activities and events on Kuopio campus from the link below.

Welcome to ISYY’s second working life day on 10 May!

ISYY’s second working life themed day is held on 10 May starting at 9.15 am. The first lecture is aimed at Finnish students and it is about unemployment funds in Finland and the second lecture is about networking via LinkedIn for international students.The lectures are held online and you can follow them on ISYY’s Youtube channel. In between the lectures, you can go to ISYY’s CV photo pop-up on campus and get your CV picture taken by a photographer for free! You can find the day’s programme in more detail via the link below.

Schedule:

• 9:15-11:00 Lecture by the General Unemployment Fund (in Finnish)
• 11:00-13:00 Photograph for your CV
  • Joensuu: Lobby of the Carelia building
  • Kuopio: ISYY office at Studentia building, C entrance (Lukema)
• 13:30-14:30 Lecture about LinkedIn, Suvi Pesonen (in English)

What is BRIDGES?

The University of Eastern Finland has received a special grant from the Ministry of Education and Culture for the years 2021-2022 to promote well-being of students and prevent exclusion. The project has several subcontractors, one of which is ISYY. The aim of the BRIDGES project is to reduce the experience of loneliness and to prevent exclusion through activities that increase students' community and well-being.

SYKETTÄ News

This is the last week to enjoy spring season group classes - enroll via sports calendar!
 

SYKETTÄ Kuopio course: Running school

Running school includes 4 x 90 min trainings which aim to develop your running technique and aerobic condition. Running school is both for beginners and more experienced runners – the training is modified to suit your level. You need only suitable running shoes and exercise clothes to join! The course starts on 27.4. Read more.

Upcoming classes in May:

• Twerk on Wednesday  4.5. at 16.00
• Evening relaxation on Monday 9.5. at 19.00

Hi cyclist, join the Kilometrikisa!

Kilometrikisa is a light-hearted cycling competition for workplaces, departments, associations, clubs or any other teams. The aim is to encourage bicycle commuting and promote everyday cycling. Kilometrikisa will be held between May 1st – September 22nd 2022. All UEF and Savonia University of Applied Sciences staff members and students can  join SYKETTÄ Kuopio, Iisalmi, Varkaus team! Read the instructions and enroll for the Kilometrikisa.
 

Are you ready for the challenge?

SYKETTÄ spring season culminates in epic 2,5 hours long spinning marathon! The marathon takes you through different kind of music styles and decades. Be brave and come along - in indoor cycling class you can always choose a suitable level for yourself.

Price:

• 5 €, if you have a valid SYKETTÄ sticker
• 10 €, if you do not have a valid SYKETTÄ sticker.

Check the details and enroll via sports calendar.

More tips and information on

• Instagram @syketta_kpo
• Facebook-page SYKETTÄ – Kuopion korkeakoululiikunta  

Research: Reactions to war in Ukraine in university students

A research “Reactions to war in Ukraine in university students” will be implemented at University of Eastern Finland. Students will be approached with an electronic questionnaire that deals with reactions to war in Ukraine. Responsible investigator is vice dean of Philosophical faculty and professor of health psychology Taina Hintsa.

The aim of the study is to enhance accumulation of psychological knowledge that can be beneficial in developing actions and programs to support student wellbeing. Participation gives you also an opportunity to reflect and identify factors related to your wellbeing. In addition, it’s possible to compare the results with similar research that has been conducted internationally. Therefore, we hope active participation to this research.

You will get Invitation letter, Participant Information Sheet and Privacy Notice for Scientific Research with the electronic questionnaire link via faculties (Yammer or e-mail lists). You respond anonymously and we don’t collect any contact information from you. It takes approximately 15 minutes to fill in the questionnaire. Welcome to enhance wellbeing of university students!

Important! Please reply only once to the questionnaire.

Best regards,
Taina Hintsa
Professor of health psychology, Department of Educational Sciences and Psychology
Vice Dean, Philosophical Faculty
University of Eastern Finland

Exceptions in the library opening hours on May Day

Joensuu and Kuopio Campus Libraries are closed on Saturday 30.4.2022. The Library 24/7 self-study facilities are closed on 30.4.–1.5.2022.

University of Eastern Finland to introduce digital degree certificates – what will change and why?

The University of Eastern Finland will introduce digital degree certificates as of 1 August 2022. From that date on, traditional degree certificates printed out on paper will no longer be routinely issued.

The digital format makes it faster for students to get their certificate, easier to keep it safe, and better supports modern job-seeking. The digital format also makes it easier to manage and archive degree certificates at the university.

Just like before, students will continue to apply for their degree certificate via an electronic form available in e-Services. Once their degree certificate is ready, students will get an email notification from the university, accompanied by instructions on where the degree certificate can be downloaded and how it should be stored.

UFE University Alliance is looking for two new Student Forum members to YUFE UEF team

YUFE is an alliance of 10 European universities, offering joint services to students, staff members and citizens of YUFE regions. We at UEF are a team of 25+ people and are now looking for two new Student Representatives. You will co-create the YUFE together with our staff members, cities and private sector.

As a YUFE representative, you will have opportunity to develop open and inclusive higher education, work with fellow students and staff members, and participate in the YUFE meetings (in person in YUFE countries, and online) – travel expenses will be covered by UEF. Application deadline (CV + motivation letter) is 30th April 2022 (to: kristiina.vaananen@uef.fi). More information on Yammer.

What’s your role?

As a YUFE Student-member for UEF, your role will take many forms. You will on a voluntary basis:

• actively work with your fellow student-colleagues and your Institutional Coordinator to communicate relevant YUFE activities to students and gather and communicate their input to the wider YUFE Student Forum;
• work with the representatives of all other YUFE partners as part of the YUFE Student Forum to ensure that the input of students is reflected in the development of the alliance
• actively participate in one of the eight thematic YUFE working groups, for instance in ‘Diversity and Inclusivity’ ‘YUFE in Our Cities,’ or the ‘YUFE Student Journey’, which will make the YUFE vision a reality. At this moment, we are looking for students interested in quality, and/or diversity and inclusivity. Later, there might be possibilities to choose other working groups based on your interests.

UEF students, develop your study and working-life skills in online trainings!

“Keys to Well-being – 5 Steps towards Future Work Skills” online trainings are designed to improve self-management skills, which are increasingly important in the changing world of work and study. Transformation of work requires new skills and competences: time and self-management skills, resilience and adaptability, collaboration skills, new ways of thinking, taking care of well-being and finding meaning in our work.

The online trainings consist of short videos as well as in-depth trainings. The trainings can be accessed flexibly at any time that suits you. They are free of charge to UEF staff and students, and they are available until January 31, 2023. The trainings can be accessed by logging into Moodle with your UEF-account: Keys to Wellbeing – 5 Steps towards Future Work Skills.

The shortest way to work - Pondi

Pondi is a new Savilahti talent pond implemented by KPY and Osuma Henkilöstöpalvelut, where the growing Savilahti area is at the heart with thousands of students and jobs. Pondi connects talents and jobs easily, interestingly and flexibly.

Talent, get to know the employers in the area extensively before you go after your dream job. Pondi enables employments of different lengths so that you can get to know different employers or work tasks already during your studies. You will get good employer contacts and diverse working life skills even before you are ready to commit to a longer-term employment relationship.

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.

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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.

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