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Aalto University ranked third best European university in Computer Science

According to the Best Global Universities rankings by the U.S. News, Aalto University is the best Finnish university in Computer Science and globally its ranking is #33
Research & Art, University
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Computer Science field in Aalto University ranked third in Europe by U.S.News 2020 Best Global Universities Ranking

Alumna Laura McLeod: In Aalto, you have the freedom to explore and learn new skills

Acoustics and Audio Technology major gave Laura McLeod the opportunity to combine her two fields of passion: music and physics
Studies, University
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Aalto University / A girl sitting on sand with sunglasses on / Laura McLeod

Alumni day brought generations of chemical engineers together

The School of Chemical engineering provides a broad range of skills for working life and entrepreneurship. Many of our graduates have also built an international career.  
University
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The Dean Kristiina Kruus speaking in front of alumni day attendees

Andreas Mortensen University Board

The new member brings broad international expertise of the university environment to the board.
Appointments, University
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Kokoushuone Dipoli-rakennuksessa. Kuvassa näkyy pöytä ja sen ympärillä erivärisiä tuoleja.

Enter the Digisfääri!

For over 40 years, IT Days has been the biggest annual conference for IT professionals from Finnish higher education institution. . This year we wanted to be renewed, so we named the event Digisfääri. On 31 October – 1 November, 2019, Aalto University will welcome the best and brightest minds in IT education to Otaniemi, the campus of the future.
University
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digisfääri

“Cool over cold!” - University of Copenhagen’s reaction to Teaching Lab

A delegation of 23 educators from the University of Copenhagen visited Aalto’s Teaching Lab 1 October to learn about innovation and entrepreneurship in teaching.
Cooperation, University
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23 visitors from University of Copenhagen standing in the stairs of Väre building.

Aalto University Entrepreneurial Education Week – how to integrate entrepreneurial elements into your daily teaching

9-12.12.2019 @Aalto University campus. Register now!
University
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Aalto University Entrepreneurial Education Week

School as a Service concept received the Human City Design Award

The award recognizes the creation of a more sustainable community and environment.
Campus, Awards and Recognition, University
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Human City Design Award Antti Ahlava Kuva: Anna Aminoff

To measure or not to measure? The basics of academic thinking provide students with problem-solving skills

Students of technology learn at an early stage of their studies that there may be various functional solutions to a single problem. Learning the skill to justify solutions scientifically is an integral part of the Master of Science in Technology education.
Studies, University
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Torniprojektin onnistuminen

Computer Science jumped to 56th in the Times Higher Education Ranking

Engineering and technology placed 101-125 in the world.
Research & Art, University
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Infografiikka tietotekniikan sijoituksesta 56:nneksi maailmassa.

About sisu and psychological safety

See the video and tips from doctoral student Emilia Lahti who inspired her audience at the wellbeing week.
University
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Keynote speaker Emilia Lahti at Aalto Wellbeing Week, photo by Mikko Raskinen

Part of Maarintie will be closed to vehicle traffic in October

Jokeri Light Rail will be built near the properties on Maarintie and at the intersection of Konemiehentie and Tietotie. As of June 2019, preparation work such as stabilization, and other works related to Jokeri Light Rail has been carried out on Maarintie.
Campus, University
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Otaniemi ilmakuva

A Bloc in Otaniemi awarded as best shopping centre innovation in Finland

The Nordic Council of Shopping Centers valued A Bloc’s vision for the future.
Campus, University
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Kaksi opiskelijaa kävelee A Bloc -kauppakeskuksessa.

Over one million euros in grants from the Wihuri Foundation

The Jenny and Antti Wihuri Foundation grants were awarded to 41 individuals or teams in Aalto University.
University
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Crystal Flowers in Halls of Mirrors -näyttelyn kuva, kuvaaja Mikko Raskinen

More renewable energy on campus

Renewing Aalto Works block increases the energy effiency on campus
Campus, University
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Energy Awareness Week event ACRE Image: Mikko Raskinen

Sustainable energy and advanced energy solutions

As part of the national Energy Awareness Week, we collected examples from Aalto University's multidisciplinary energy research
Research & Art, University
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Aalto ENG solar panels student Image: Unto Rautio

DigiEduHack is reinventing the future of learning and education

DigiEduHack will break continental barriers by connecting around 50 educational institutions worldwide in order to solve the world’s most pressing challenges in digital education
Campus, Press releases, University
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DigiEduHack image by DigiEduHack

Challenge-based learning is an approach for enriching the learning experience

How to plan challenge-based learning for the starting academic year?
Cooperation, Studies, University
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Students walking in a field

The university surveys the career pathways of its graduated students

The results will help the university to develop its teaching and will also affect its funding. This time, we ask master's graduates from year 2014 and doctoral graduates from 2016 to participate.
Studies, University
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Kaksi mies- ja yksi naisopiskelija seisoo Väre-rakennuksen edessä. Miehillä on polkupyörät.

Strategy preparations proceed to the finalising stage

In October workshops, the strategic choices and emphasis points of identified development areas will be worked on. Participate – you can still make a difference!
University
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People at Aalto University strategy bazaar, September 2019, photo Mikko Raskinen