Proficiency in Finland’s languages strengthened in national collaboration
Aalto University is promoting the learning of the national languages of Finland – Finnish and Swedish – as part of a broader programme for internationalisation and its Talent Boost programme.
Unite! Spring School inspired students for further studies in sustainable energy
70 students from the seven partner universities of Unite! took part in the Spring School on sustainable energy on 17-19 May, 2021.
New materials in the Edilex service: Verotus journal and legal e-books
The legal professional books of Edita and the Helsinki Region Chamber of Commerce will be available in the Edilex service.
Shopping centre A Blanc opens in Otaniemi during summer
Designed by Alvar Aalto, the building previously known as Otaniemi’s old shopping centre, currently shopping centre A Blanc, was modernised to serve diverse business operations with respect to its historical value.
Maintenance break in ACRIS on 7 June, and new features
Maintenance break in ACRIS on June from 10am to 3pm.
Future learning will consist of flexible studies and digitally supported study experience
For years, Aalto University has been building a foundation, which will enable even longer digital leaps in the future. Follow a video series about our digitalisation journey.
Meet Your Community event brought together first-year students and alumni to discuss the choice of major subject
‘The best thing about the event was the alumni's stories about their career path and the significance of their major subject and studies to it.’
First in Finland: Fireproof charging cabinet for electronic bicycle batteries at Aalto University metro station
The City of Espoo and LatausPolku Oy are launching charging cabinets for electronic bicycle batters at three major transport hubs in Espoo: A Bloc in Otaniemi, Pikkulaiva in Espoonlahti and Iso Omena in Matinkylä. Finland’s first fireproof charging cabinet was put into service in Otaniemi, Espoo, in April.
Näytös21 fashion show made an impact also online
The main prize winner is Jenny Hytönen, also Sofia Ilmonen and Juha Vehmaanperä were awarded.
Meet the data expert: Maria Rehbinder
Senior legal counsel Maria Rehbinder advises on the legal issues related to use of research data containing personal data. Article series Meet the data expert introduces service personnel specialized in research data management support.
The pedestrian and cycling route in front of shopping center A Bloc will be closed
Light rail construction work is underway in front of shopping center A Bloc.
Eight top-ranked universities and business schools join forces to create a European network of online credited elective courses for undergraduates
The ECOL initiative underscores the importance of building a common European online curriculum that can be expanded and developed over time, following the EU principles of innovation, digitalisation, sustainability and inclusion.
Summer School Alum story: "Aalto University has been a fantastic start to my career in Finland"
Aalto University Summer School and Information Technology Program alum Seowon Jung moved from Seoul to Finland to study marketing at Aalto University
A student centre will be built as a joint meeting place for Aalto University students
The building, to be built at the heart of the campus, will be implemented as a joint effort by student organisations and the university.
Beer and whiskey house Vesiheinä is the newcomer of renewed A Blanc
Beer and whiskey house Vesiheinä is a completely new restaurant concept that will open its doors in renewed shopping centre A Blanc.
Free Future of Work Certificate for Aalto University Summer School students
All Aalto University Summer School students who apply before June 15th 2021 are entitled to a free Future of Work Certificate (worth 90€) after completing the Future of Work course.
Products of the future presented at the PdP Gala
This year the PdP Gala was organised virtually on 21th of May with amazing prototypes from ten different student teams.
Visiting professor David Derichs: ‘International student body creates a diverse and creative atmosphere in class’
David Derichs, Assistant Professor from Aalto University School of Business, took his BSc at Maastricht School of Business and Economics and MSc at the London School of Economics. He received his PhD in Accounting at Aalto University School of Business. Derichs has seven years of Strategy Consultancy experience at Roland Berger.
Capstone course gives opportunity to put master’s studies into practice
The participating companies praised the course concept and the talented students.
