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Updated safety instructions for campus facilities
Instructions are for laboratory and research, classrooms and exams, and students.
Jokeri Light Rail excavation on Otaniementie to start in June
The excavation work on Otaniementie will start in June. Blasting will be carried out 1–3 times a day. The excavation work will last for approximately three months.
A jewel-like art piece won Aalto University Töölö’s invited art competition
Artist Sakari Kannosto's artwork titled ‘Kiertää’ deals with the circle of life, achievements and the rewarding of expectations. The piece will be located in the staircase space at Aalto Töölö.
Key Information of Aalto University reports are made available to all staff members
The reports contain KPIs and other essential indicators related to Learning, Research, HR and Finance in our university.
President’s letter 20 May – Let’s ensure safety at work together
We are planning ahead for the autumn, yet there are many uncertainties regarding the progress of the pandemic
Please avoid visiting the campus during the entrance examinations
Safety of the entrance examinations are taken care of with these arrangements.
Satisfaction and relief were the predominant feelings after a remote defence
Otso Hannula had sensed the community’s presence during the public examination of their doctoral dissertation.
Aalto people are given the opportunity to discuss the topics of online news
The open discussion is initially held to support the strategy process. The first discussion aims to gather experiences on the joys and sorrows of working from home.
Jokeri Light Rail construction on Otaniementie to continue in week 21
The construction of the light rail will continue on Otaniementie in May 2020 with the removal of topsoil and tree stumps.
Aalto University provides startups with versatile support through digital tools
Aalto University's support measures aim to support the development and business activities of startups on the Otaniemi campus during the crisis caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
Otaniemi’s shopping centre under renovation
Known as Otaniemi’s old shopping centre and designed by Alvar Aalto, the renovation began in March 2020 on Aalto University’s campus
The Financial Times placed Aalto EE again in global Top 50
The rating evaluated open-enrollment programmes as well as for programmes customised for corporate clients.
Data-agile economy: From reactive to proactive approach for the benefit of the citizens
Group of Helsinki EU Office member organisations including Aalto have published their joint discussion paper.
Startup hub A Grid grew to a community of 150 startups and partners
From 3D printers and AI platforms to safer bone surgery and battling food waste, A Grid has created a unique startup community on Aalto University’s campus in Otaniemi.
Multifactor authentication will be required – register already now
In the future, you will need a phone as an additional authentication method if you use Office 365 services outside Aalto's network or from home computer. The policy will be turned on 7 May for staff of School of Arts, Design and Architecture, School of Chemical Engineering and School of Engineering. The policy will be turned on 14 May for staff of School of Electrical Engineering and School of Science
Jokeri Light Rail laying tracks down on Maarintie
The installation of light rail tracks will begin on Maarintie in Otaniemi.
New crisis management tool enables SMS for students and employees in crisis situations
The tool also facilitates communication between persons dealing with the crisis situation.
Aalto prepares partial lifting of coronavirus restrictions
The existing policies and guidelines will remain in force until 13 May
Aalto University hands over chairmanship of Nordic Sustainable Campus Network to KTH
Since initiating its establishment in 2011, Aalto University has steered the Nordic Sustainable Campus Network bringing together over 45 organizations to collaborate on sustainability initiatives
