School news
Long live the campus! The foundation laying ceremony of Otakaari 2 celebrated the university's new buildings
The foundation of the Otaniemi campus' newest buildings, Otakaari 2A and 2B, was laid on September 29. The new name of the Otakaari 2A building was also revealed at the event
Renewed wellbeing in teaching site to support wellbeing of the community
Wellbeing in teaching site was created spring 2022 to support the wellbeing of the community. Now, it has been renewed to give more concrete ideas how to improve the wellbeing in teaching. The relaunch of the site is today October 5th, on World Teachers day.
Quality together – Students have a voice in university decision-making
Community involvement in developing the university is a key aspect of our values
Lab-grown pigments and food by-products: The future of natural textile dyes
As the environmental impact of the fashion and textile industries becomes clearer, the demand and need for sustainable alternatives is growing. One international research group aims to replace toxic synthetic dyes with natural alternatives, ranging from plants to microbes to food waste.
Outdoor renovation of Otakaari 1 nearing completion
The renovation work around the Amphi square will be completed in the autumn 2022
Did you know that creativity can be measured? Check out recent survey results
The Creative Working Life 2030 project develops tools for measuring and strengthening individual and organisational creativity. Aalto University's experts participated in the development of the creativity self-assessment survey.
The new Marsio building is a showcase for research, teaching and impact at Aalto University
The name was selected through a contest, and it is a tribute to Aino Marsio-Aalto.
Aalto University graduates successfully employed
Nationwide career monitoring survey starts on 3rd of October. All 2017 master's graduates and 2019 doctoral graduates will be invited to participate in the survey.
Professor Monika Österberg's team received funding for the development of bio-based packaging materials
The Finnish Research Impact Foundation funding awarded to Professor Monika Österberg's team will enable Aalto University and Kemira to explore the possibilities of developing fully bio-based packaging materials to reduce the use of plastics in the packaging industry.
What does the campus look like today, how about in five years?
ACRE day and community I love campus tours invite you to fall in love with our campus
Two new staff scientists at the School of Chemical Engineering
Starting on 1st October 2022, Wenwen Fang is appointed as a Staff Scientist at Aalto University, School of Chemical Engineering, Department of Bioproducts and Biosystems.
Board discussed the current volatile geopolitical situation and invited the community to participate in Preview 2022 process
Prior to its official meeting, the board discussed with the community
Come discuss with community psychologist!
Are you a member of Aalto personnel? Would you like to have someone to discuss the development of your work community and the matters that affect your wellbeing at work? Come meet community psychologist Merita Petäjä at Wellbeing Desk!
Students, teachers and leaders: Answer the Karvi survey about teaching and learning in higher education
All students, teachers and education managers are invited to answer a survey conducted by FINEEC (Finnish: Karvi) and share their experience about teaching and learning in higher education (DL 14.10)
Five things to see at Designs for a Cooler Planet: Evolving colours, wood glitter and garments with a history
Open until 12 October 2022, Designs for a Cooler Planet is an annual exhibit showcasing bold designs that approach sustainability from avenues including fashion, food and materials.
Answer the University Preview 2022 survey
Give input ºÚÁÏÍø University’s living strategy process by sharing observations of any global trends you have noticed by 30 September.
Space utilization rate pilot has started
Space utilization rates on Otaniemi campus will be researched during autumn 2022.
Quality together – Audit team for the quality audit appointed
The four-member audit team to visit Aalto University in January.
A sunny Family Day attracted more than a thousand visitors on campus
Aalto University Family Day on 10th of September gathered several Aalto families on campus to enjoy a sunny day with science and art presentations and activities, that were organized for all ages. The versatile program was particularly praised in the feedback.
Renewing employees’ computers is changing – new model extended to all schools at Aalto University in stages in October 2022
Aalto University's new lifecycle management model for workstations will extend to all of Aalto University in stages during autumn 2022.
