Congratulations, you’ve made it through orientation week! AYY’s Chair of the Board Noora Vänttinen held a speech addressing communality in the Aalto community at the opening ceremony of the academic year on Wednesday 5 Sept 2018. The speech can also be found on the AYY website. /blog/2018/09/05/puheenjohtaja-noora-vanttisen-puhe-yliopiston-avajaisissa-5-9-2018/

Week 37

• 10 Sept: Last chance to register for the Aalto 10 event https://www.rantamaraton.fi/aalto-10km-ja-aalto-5km/in-english/
• 12 Sept: The New beginnings event by the Marthas in Otaniemi https://www.facebook.com/events/2243483625888735/?active_tab=about (in Finnish)
• 12 Sept: Aaltoes Open Meeting https://www.facebook.com/events/540759659682586/
• 12 Sept: OUBS Newcomers’ night /en/blog/events/oubs-newcomers-night/
• 12 Sept: The Guild of the Cross: Opening night /blog/events/ristin-kilta-avajaisilta-3/ (in Finnish)

Week 38

• 17 Sept: Bike Sale /en/blog/events/bike-sale/
• 17 Sept: Recycling Block /en/blog/events/59529/
• 18 Sept: OUBS Get to know the studio /blog/events/oubs-studio-tutuksi/ (in Finnish)
• 19 Sept: The Guild of the Cross: Anto Artturi, how to let go of resentment /blog/events/ristin-kilta-arto-antturi-kuinka-vapautua-kaunasta/ (in Finnish)
• 23 Sept: Try horse riding /blog/events/ratsastuksen-kokeilu-4/ (in Finnish)

Save the date

• 26 Sept: Blood donation at Dipoli
• 6 Oct: Otaniemi Night of Arts http://otanieminightofarts.fi/

 

AYY ANNOUNCES

1. Not Cool! – Everyone can interfere with inappropriate behaviour
2. Last chance to retrieve your bike collected during the Junk Bike Collection

WORKING LIFE

3. Bubble footie tournament by Digia & AYY
4. First month of home insurance for free

CULTURE AND THE YEAR OF ARTS

5. Improv and dance courses by Teekkarispeksi on the way – registration 12 Sept
6. Auditions for the Female Choir KYN on Mon 24 Sept 2018
7. Auditions for the Polytech Choir on 13 Sept
8. Entrance exams for the mixed choir Dominante on 11 Sept and 18 Sept
9. Open rehearsals and auditions for Dissonanssi on Tue 18 Sept and Tue 25 Sept

EVENTS

10. TechRace Helsinki – Junction 2018 pre-event on 12 Sept
11. Workshop: From Academic Research and Ideas to Commercialization on 19 Sept
12. Lakinlaskijaiset on 1 Oct
13. Come work at Lakinlaskijaiset on 1 Oct
14. Dipoli Appro 2018

SPORTS AND CAMPING

15. Introductory courses to gliding
16. Start practising Aikido at Otaniemi!

WELLBEING

17. Nature, creativity and relaxation – Outdoor workshop
18. Sunday brunches in the Otaniemi chapel!

OTHER

19. Sign up for the PdP course now
20. OUBS Newcomers’ night on Wednesday 12 Sept anf the autumn’s training
21. AIESEC Aalto is recruiting!

 

AYY ANNOUNCES

1. Not Cool! – Everyone can interfere with inappropriate behaviour

Have you experienced or encountered bullying, sexual harassment or racism? It’s everyone’s business to interfere with harassment. Interfering does not make you a spoilsport as the mood has already been spoiled by the person behaving inappropriately. Anyone noticing harassment among the student community can interfere. This can be done alone or together – the more members of the community decide to interfere and take the harassed person’s side, the more enjoyable the student community will become for us all. More information at ayy.fi/notcool.

2. Last chance to retrieve your bike collected during the Junk Bike Collection

You still have time to fetch your bike that was collected in the Junk Bike Collection! The last bike retrieval date is Sun 16 September at 18-19. Please let us know of your arrival by filling out the attached form: https://lomake.ayy.fi/kampusjaosto/otaniemen-romupyorakerays/. Please bring your photo ID and possible bike keys with you. All collected bikes and the people collecting them will be documented.

If the aforementioned time does not suit you, please contact the Campus Section at kampusjaosto[at]list.ayy.fi to arrange an alternative time.

NB! The rest of the bikes will be sold in the Bike Sale on 17 and 18 September.

WORKING LIFE

3. Bubble footie tournament by Digia & AYY

Digia and Aalto University Student Union are joining forces to organise a bubble footie event on the Otaniemi sports field on 19 Sept from 5 pm onwards. The evening will include a light-hearted battle over the bubble footie championship and, of course, the required aftermath session in Avain Sauna. There will be representatives from Digia present, with whom you can talk about your work, thesis or internship possibilities at Digia, for example. Sign up by 10 Sept! https://lomake.ayy.fi/yrityssuhteet/ (in Finnish)

The event is Finnish-language.

4. First month of home insurance for free

Home insurance is hardly the most exciting item in this newsletter, but it’s still worth reading this. We are now offering the first month of OP Nano home insurance for free at www.op-nano.fi/kampanja/kotivakuutus2018 (in Finnish). The fully digital insurance is easy to buy, and there’s no need to queue up in an office or on the phone. Home insurance is your best safeguard in cases of theft, water damage or fire or in another unexpected situation. The service is provided by OP Insurance Ltd.

CULTURE AND THE YEAR OF ARTS

5. Improv and dance courses by Teekkarispeksi on the way – registration 12 Sept

The improv courses are instructed by Teekkarispeksi director Antti Laine. There are three levels: basics, intermediate and advanced. The courses take place in weeks 42–49 and cost 50€ for Teekkarispeksi members and 58€ for anyone else.

To celebrate Teekkarispeksi’s 30^th anniversary, we are offering our autumn dance course for free to the members of Teekkarispeksi! There is a versatile selection of disciplines on offer, from acrobatics to ballet and for all skill levels! In three periods, there are a total of 9 dance courses, each lasting 4 weeks with teaching once a week in weeks 38–49.

Registration for the courses of autumn 2018 happens on Wednesday 12 Sept at 5 pm in the lobby of Otakaari 1. Be there on time to ensure your place!

More information on the courses: https://teekkarispeksi.fi/mukaan-speksiin/kursseille/ (in Finnish)

FB event for the registration: https://www.facebook.com/events/681866085520341/ (in Finnish)

6. Auditions for the Female Choir KYN on Mon 24 Sept 2018

Would you like to sing in one of the best female choirs in the world? Audition for KYN!

KYN is one of Finland’s and the world’s leading female choirs. The merits of KYN for 2017 include a Grand Prix win and a special award for outstanding stage performance in Berlin, being ranked the sixth best female choir in the world and being selected Choir of the Year.

KYN consists of women of different ages who are studying or working in different fields, brought together by a love of choir music. We have a professional attitude towards our hobby and see the choir as a way of life. If you feel the same, you might just be a future KYN lady!

• Auditions are held on Mon 24 Sept 2018 at 5.30–9 pm at Aalto University’s School of Business
• Read more and sign up by Wed 19 Sept 2018 at https://www.bit.ly/KYNkoelaulutS2018(in Finnish)
• Queries to koelaulut@kyn.fi

Read more at https://www.facebook.com/events/204221720198210/ (in Finnish)

You can also find us on Instagram, Spotify and YouTube

7. Auditions for the Polytech Choir on 13 Sept

Singing with attitude! The Polytech Choir is looking for new singers to join their ranks! Are you bursting with desire to charm audiences with your singing, from Servin mökki to the Helsinki Music Centre and across the universe? Welcome!

The PK auditions are held on Thursday 13 September (at 5–9 pm) in the choir’s practice facilities in the TUAS building’s second floor hall AS2 (Maarintie 8). At the event, you’ll get to perform one song of your choosing without accompaniment. In addition, your vocal range and pitch perception will be tested.

Stop dithering and make your interest in the auditions known by filling the form https://tinyurl.com/Koelaulut2018S (in Finnish) or by emailing fuksikeisari@polyteknikkojenkuoro.fi. You can also ask us more questions on Facebook. See you at the auditions!

More information: http://www.polyteknikkojenkuoro.fi/koelaulut/ (in Finnish)

8. Entrance exams for the mixed choir Dominante on 11 Sept and 18 Sept

Come join our choir in singing to the world! Aalto University’s mixed choir Dominante is looking for new singers. Our repertoire includes both a cappella and grand orchestral pieces. In addition, the active quartet activity includes old classics as well as new hits. The choir year culminates with the annual choir trip!

Open rehearsals are organised on Mon 10 Sept at 6 pm in the TUAS building (Maarintie 8) in hall TU2. Entrance exams are held on Tue 11 Sept in the T-building (Konemiehentie 2) in hall T2 and on Tue 18 Sept in the TUAS building in hall TU2. Book a spot for the entrance exams from the mother of all freshmen, Riina Nieminen: riina.nieminen (at) aalto.fi, tel. 050 330 1284.

9. Open rehearsals and auditions for Dissonanssi on Tue 18 Sept and Tue 25 Sept

Chamber Choir Dissonanssi is a mixed choir from Otaniemi that sings diverse music all the way from Renaissance to glam metal – without forgetting to have fun! In autumn 2018, we’re organising two open rehearsals + relaxed auditions to which everyone interested in singing is welcome, whether you have previous singing experience or not! Our rehearsals are conducted in Finnish; however, you are welcome to join even with no Finnish speaking skills, someone is always willing to translate!

Read more and sign up: http://liity.dissonanssi.fi. Welcome!

EVENTS

10. TechRace Helsinki – Junction 2018 pre-event on 12 Sept

TechRace tours through nine cities to find the top concentration of tech heads in Finland. The winning city, “the techiest of them all,” is chosen based on the total points all participants earn during the local TechRace event. So, gather your local tech community together and get ready to race against other cities!

TechRace is the Junction pre-event tour in Finland. Every TechRace participant will get a secret code and a huge advantage when applying to Junction 2018! Our Helsinki event is organized together with Junction, Startuplifers and Helsinki Think Company.

WHAT? TechRace Helsinki
WHERE? Tiedekulma, Yliopistonkatu 4, 2^nd Floor, Helsinki
WHEN? Wednesday 12 Sept 2018 at 5 pm->
REGISTER: https://hackjunction.typeform.com/to/WVpMF6

MORE INFO: https://www.facebook.com/events/232009107508432/ & https://hackjunction.com/techrace

11. Workshop: From Academic Research and Ideas to Commercialization on 19 Sept

You are invited to an event organised by Think Africa in collaboration with the Aalto Community of African Students (ACAS), and FinCEAL, with the support of Helsinki Innovation Services Ltd and the University of Eastern Finland – African Student Association. The event, tagged “From Academic Research and Ideas to Commercialization,” will be held on Wednesday 19 September at 2–4.30 pm, at Yliopistonkatu 4, FI-00100 Helsinki.

In this event, you’ll get to learn and hear how you can commercialise your ideas and research results through services provided by the University Innovation and Incubation Services.

Kindly sign up for the event using either of the following links:

Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/events/663979673981945?acontext=%7B%22ref%22%3A%2298%22%2C%22action_history%22%3A%22null%22%7D&aref=98

Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/from-academic-research-and-ideas-to-commercialization-workshop-tickets-49263663945

12. Lakinlaskijaiset on 1 Oct

The traditional Lakinlaskijaiset party is held on 1 Oct in DIPOLI.

Bearing this in mind, Teekkarijaosto has extended the teekkari cap wearing time by one day.

The artists will be revealed on a later date, but Finnish and international stars will be seen on stage throughout the night all the way until 3 am. The moment we have all been waiting for happens at midnight, when the caps will be taken off as RWBK plays. You can also attend different activities such as karaoke, slide and RODEODUCK. The Jäynä contest and Äpy are also hosting their checkpoints at Dipoli, so make sure to check them out.

The day will be kickstarted with the Otatarha Race at Alvari Square and the Lakinlaskijaiset pre-party at Smökki! At Dipoli, the party will start at 9 pm and goes on all the way until 3 am!

The ticket sales start at bailataan.fi on 11 Sept. Stay tuned!

13. Come work at Lakinlaskijaiset on 1 Oct

The Party Committee invites everyone interested in volunteering at AYY to participate in creating the party! The volunteer sign-up is open right now at https://lomake.ayy.fi/jtmk/mene-toihin/. You can choose your volunteer task from 9 different categories (ticket sales, security, logistics, etc.). Work benefits include the legendary volunteer afterparty, VIP tickets to Lakinlaskijaiset, an overall badge, a thank-you party and, of course, one of the two work points required for the exclusive pink ribbon.

14. Dipoli Appro 2018

The Dipoli Appro will continue the event complex organized by IE as it takes over Otaniemi on Tuesday 16 Oct. The pre-show will start at Dipoli at 5 pm, where the gala people will be entertained by the handing out of the appro maps and dreams of the upcoming awards. Participants will get to visit the ever more glowing showrooms, hosted by the most awarded and scandalous Hosts and Hostesses (IE) in Otaniemi who will be serving their favorite beverages and foods, before continuing to the thrilling after-gala.

The after-gala will be held in the biggest and most beautiful party-sanctuary in Otaniemi, Servin Mökki. Pelmu will be entertaining the crawl people with amazing live performers.

Who knows what else might happen on this night? But before that, it is important to remember the following things:
– Tickets are only sold together with Polin Appro tickets, and they cost 20€
– There is only a limited amount of tickets available
– The event on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/325580781514002/

SPORS AND CAMPING

15. Introductory courses to gliding

Polyteknikkojen ilmailukerho (the Polytechnicians’ aviation club) PIK organises introductory courses to gliding starting on 13 Sept and 20 Sept. On the introductory course to gliding, you’ll get airborne in a glider with a flight instructor. The course includes a theory class that covers the basics of gliding and some practical issues in preparation for the flight day. After the theory, you’ll get straight into action: to fly in a two-seater in an awe-inspiring autumn landscape. If you want, you’ll also get to steer the plane under the instructor’s guidance.

More information and registration: https://pik.ayy.fi/joomla/index.php/koulutus/purjelennon-tutustumiskurssi

16. Start practising Aikido at Otaniemi!

Aalto Aikikai welcomes new beginners to join their activities from next week onwards. We are organising an Aikido performance and a taster session on Monday 17 Sept at 4.30–6 pm in the Association room at Jämeräntaival 1. Bring a t-shirt and jogging trousers.

Practice times in autumn 2018:

Mondays at 4.30–6 pm Jämeräntaival 1

Thursdays at 4.30–6 pm Jämeräntaival 1 After the taster session, you can join the practice sessions within the first week. More information at www.aaltoaikikai.ayy.fi and aaltoaikikai-hallitus(at)list.ayy.fi.

WELLBEING

17. Nature, creativity and relaxation – Outdoor workshop

Nature has many benefits for our wellbeing: it helps us relax and boosts our creativity. However, you can’t get these benefits from a book, you have to experience them yourself! Here in Otaniemi, nature is near, and now we’re going to enjoy and gain from it together. Welcome to a workshop organised by the Aalto study psychologists. It consists of three sessions during the autumn of 2018.

Workshop methods: Practices and discussions with the group outdoors.

Date:

• Tue 25 Sept at 2–4 pm
• Tue 2 Oct at 2–4 pm
• Tue 9 Oct at 4–7 pm

You’ll get more information after signing up. Go to: INTO – Student life – Study skills – Courses and workshops (https://into.aalto.fi/display/enopisk/Courses+and+workshops+for+students).

18. Sunday brunches in the Otaniemi chapel!

The first brunch of the autumn is organised on Sunday 16 Sept at 11 am–4 pm. The brunch will feature information and discussion on sustainable everyday life. Price 3€. Otaniemi chapel, Jämeräntaival 8.

Sign up for brunch preparations with Aalto chaplain anu.morikawa@evl.fi.

OTHER

19. Sign up for the PdP course now

Are you passionate about design, business and technology? If so, PdP is the right fit for you.

But what is PdP?

According to a former PdP student, it is “the most rewarding, most inspiring and, at times, the most ridiculous experience.”

Sign up for the course on WebOodi. Course code: MEC-E3001

The introduction lecture will be on Wednesday 12 September at 4.15 pm at Aalto Design Factory (Betonimiehenkuja 5 C). For more information about the course:

• Website: http://pdp.fi
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pdpaalto/
• Instagram: @pdpaalto

20. OUBS Newcomers’ night on Wednesday 12 Sept anf the autumn’s training

OUBS is the association for anyone interested in video, in which you’ll get to film and stream the coolest student events! Read more at https://oubs.fi/ (in Finnish).

1. OUBS Newcomers’ night on Wednesday 12 Sept 2018 at 6–8 pm @JMT1 Studio

The OUBS Newcomers’ night on Wednesday 12 Sept from 6 pm onwards in our studio downstairs at Jämeräntaival 1! The event on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/850801648446873/

2. OUBS Get to know the studio on 18 Sept 2018 at 6–8 pm

Come and get to know the activities of OUBS and especially our versatile studio facility at Jämeräntaival 1. The studio has ready-to-use, versatile lighting and sound technology, and the facility is also rentable to all AYY members. The studio is an excellent spot for a movie night, a party or a relaxed meeting!

In addition, Streaming training coming up on 25 Sept 2018 and Camera training on 9 Oct 2018.

21. AIESEC Aalto is recruiting!

AIESEC is a global platform for young people to explore and develop their leadership potential.

We are recruiting new and enthusiastic youth to join the Youth leadership movement in Finland! If you are interested, fill in the form and we will contact you and invite you to a short discussion where we will tell you more about AIESEC and what we do. You can sign up for membership here: https://bit.ly/AIESECHelsinki. The deadline for the application is 18 Sept 2018, so apply NOW!

There’s an info evening on 14 Sept 2018, and you’re most welcome to join us there! Check out the event here: https://www.facebook.com/events/2183893065176616/?ti=cl . Don’t miss out on the chance!

For more information check https://www.aiesec.fi/ or our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/aiesecinfinland/.

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This is the Aalto University Student Union’s weekly newsletter for week 37/2018. The newsletter gives you the news on AYY and its associations and sections, as well as other useful information.

If you want your own piece to appear in the newsletter, send your finalised text to tiedotteet@ayy.fi by 10 am on Thursday for publication the following week. The recommended length of the text is 500 characters and the maximum length 1 000 characters.

You can also read this newsletter on AYY’s website at https://ayy-fi/en/weekly-newsletter

News concerning associations can be found in the association newsletter. Read them at /en/blog/category/associations/association/

Want to unsubscribe from the weekly newsletter mailing list? Click on the link and follow the instructions at the bottom of the page: https://list.ayy.fi/mailman/listinfo/ayy-info-fi

Welcome to a new academic year everybody, especially all you new students! Just to remind you, AYY’s temporary student card tag desk serves until the end of this week in the Learning Centre (Otaniementie 9). More information: /en/blog/2018/08/30/pick-your-year-tag-from-ayys-temporary-service-point-at-harald-herlin-learning-centre/

Week 36

• 4 Sept: Otasuunnistus
• 5 Sept: Aalto Day One: Opening ceremony and Aalto party https://beta.aalto.fi/node/14566
• 5 Sept: Aalto Afterparty https://www.facebook.com/events/2218500171767404/?ti=icl
• 5 Sept: Tickets go on sale for Dipolin Appro https://www.facebook.com/events/325580781514002/
• 6 Sept: Otasuunnistus
• 7 Sept: Kaukkarit https://www.facebook.com/events/311923319544786/
• 9 Sept: Orientation week’s SuperSillis https://www.facebook.com/events/655007371552262/
• 9 Sept: ESN & BEST Welcome Sauna Party /blog/events/best-esn-fuksisauna-freshman-welcome-sauna/

Week 37

• 12 Sept: The New beginnings event by the Marthas in Otaniemi https://www.facebook.com/events/2243483625888735/?active_tab=about (in Finnish)

Save the date

• 26 Sept: Blood donation at Dipoli
• 6 Oct: Otaniemi Night of Arts http://otanieminightofarts.fi/

 

AYY ANNOUNCES

1. Come work at Lakinlaskijaiset on 1 Oct

WORKING LIFE

2. Bubble footie tournament by Digia & AYY
3. Business Intelligence assistant – Come quarry for information on the Espoo Innovation Garden’s innovation ecosystem

CULTURE AND THE YEAR OF ARTS

4. September’s theatre offer from the Finnish National Theatre: Julia ja Romeo
5. Auditions for the Female Choir KYN on Mon 24 Sept 2018

EVENTS

6. Barventures on 5 Sept 2018
7. Film club Montaasi’s movie nights in September
8. The New beginnings event by the Marthas in Otaniemi on 12 Sept
9. Recycling Block in Otaniemi on 17 Sept

SPORTS AND CAMPING

10. World Cup of Academic Quidditch in Espoo on 15 Sept
11. Humans vs. Zombies in Otaniemi on 19–23 Sept

WELLBEING

12. Study psychologists’ Mindfulness workshops for students

OTHER

13. Answer and influence the landscape of Espoo

AYY ANNOUNCES

1. Working on an inclusive Aalto community

In honour of the beginning of the new semester, the Chair of AYY’s Board Noora Vänttinen sat down with the President of Aalto University Ilkka Niemelä to discuss equality in the Aalto community.

Watch their conversation and find out what AYY and Aalto are doing this autumn to make Otaniemi a better, more inclusive place to be: /blogi/2018/08/31/equality-belongs-to-everybody/?lang=en

2. Come work at Lakinlaskijaiset on 1 Oct

The Party Committee invites everyone interested in volunteering at AYY to participate in creating the party! The volunteer sign-up is open right now at https://lomake.ayy.fi/jtmk/mene-toihin/. You can choose your volunteer task from 9 different categories (ticket sales, security, logistics, etc.). Work benefits include the legendary volunteer afterparty, VIP tickets to Lakinlaskijaiset, an overall badge, a thank-you party and, of course, one of the two work points required for the exclusive pink ribbon.

WORKING LIFE

3. Bubble footie tournament by Digia & AYY

Digia and Aalto University Student Union are joining forces to organise a bubble footie event on the Otaniemi sports field on 19 Sept from 5 pm onwards. The evening will include a light-hearted battle over the bubble footie championship and, of course, the required aftermath session in Avain Sauna. There will be representatives from Digia present, with whom you can talk about your work, thesis or internship possibilities at Digia, for example. Sign up by 10 Sept! https://lomake.ayy.fi/yrityssuhteet/ (in Finnish)

The event is Finnish-language.

 4. Business Intelligence assistant – Come quarry for information on the Espoo Innovation Garden’s innovation ecosystem

The job of Espoo Marketing is to tempt businesses, investments and visitors to Espoo and to help people thrive in the Espoo Innovation Garden – the largest innovation conglomerate in Northern Europe – and in the tourism ecosystem of Visit Espoo. The role of Espoo Marketing is the orchestration of growth in these ecosystems, and their operations are based on customer service and cooperation.

Job description:

• Collection, maintenance and various listings of information on the ecosystem’s businesses and key customers
• Collection of success stories and other information from the ecosystem and compilation of key figures
• Analysis of rankings and reports
• Production of fact-based material for sales and marketing materials

The position is fixed-term, until 31 Dec 2018, and will be filled as soon as a suitable person is found. The job requires good Finnish and English skills. Send your application to glenn.gassen@espoo.fi. Include your salary request in your application. More information on the position from glenn.gassen@espoo.fi or 040 620 4254.

CULTURE AND THE YEAR OF ARTS

5. September’s theatre offer from the Finnish National Theatre: Julia & Romeo

An audience favourite – the startling, touching and beautiful Julia & Romeo is September’s lovely offer. The performance runs on the gorgeous Main Stage, duration 2 hours 35 minutes including intermission, performances begin at 7 pm. And what’s best, tickets are only 12 e each (normal price 47 e, students 22 e) for the following performances: Sat 8 Sept, Sat 15 Sept and Fri 28 Sept 2018 (performances in Finnish).

Snap up your ticket quickly! These university discount tickets at this price are only available via this link: https://www.lippu.fi/tickets.html?fun=erdetail&affiliate=fiv&doc=erdetaila&erid=2267021 (in Finnish)

(Please note that the amount of tickets is not limited, you can get tickets at the discount price until the show is sold out!) Tel. the Finnish National Theatre 010 7331 331

6. Auditions for the Female Choir KYN on Mon 24 Sept 2018

Would you like to sing in one of the best female choirs in the world? Audition for KYN!

KYN is one of Finland’s and the world’s leading female choirs. The merits of KYN for 2017 include a Grand Prix win and a special award for outstanding stage performance in Berlin, being ranked the sixth best female choir in the world and being selected Choir of the Year.

KYN consists of women of different ages who are studying or working in different fields, brought together by a love of choir music. We have a professional attitude towards our hobby and see the choir as a way of life. If you feel the same, you might just be a future KYN lady!

• Auditions are held on Mon 24 Sept 2018 at 5.30–9 pm at Aalto University’s School of Business
• Read more and sign up by Wed 19 Sept 2018 at https://www.bit.ly/KYNkoelaulutS2018 (in Finnish)
• Queries to koelaulut@kyn.fi

Read more at https://www.facebook.com/events/204221720198210/ (in Finnish)

You can also find us on Instagram, Spotify and YouTube

EVENTS

7. Barventures on 5 Sept 2018

Aalto Cocktail, Kyllä Oluelle and Wine Club Baccus are organising the fourth Barventures in history, bringing cocktails, wines and beers under the same roof! The time between the Aalto party and the Aalto afterparty has always been wasted (no pun intended), but do not worry – Barventures is here to fill in that feeling of emptiness between the events! The evening’s music will be sorted by Kyllä Oluelle’s own boy, DJ Jon Flow!

Last year’s event was sold out in advance, so book your tickets early to make sure you won’t be the only one left in the cold!

• WHAT? Barventures 2018
• WHERE? Saha, Konemiehentie 4, Espoo
• WHEN? Wednesday 5 Sept 2018 at 7 pm->
• TICKETS: https://tinyurl.com/barventures2018 (in Finnish)
• More information on FB: https://www.facebook.com/events/2190049134597228/

8. Film club Montaasi’s movie nights in September

Welcome to the movie nights of the film club Montaasi! Movie nights are organised every Sunday, usually from 5.30 pm onwards, in the Kinopoli theatre in Otaniemi or in Montaasi’s club room next to Kinopoli, and they’re open to everyone regardless of club membership.

The September evenings will be spent watching Thom Andersen’s essay document on Los Angeles’ film presentations, Los Angeles Plays Itself (2004) (please note, starts already at 5 pm), John Carpenter’s modern masterpiece of atmospheric horror, The Thing (1982), Vincent Gallo’s nineties indie flick Buffalo ’66 (1998) and John Huston’s great heist classic, The Asphalt Jungle (1950). On 23 Sept, there will be a short break from movie nights because of the Love & Anarchy film festival. Specifics on the screenings can be found at https://montaasi.ayy.fi/ajankohtaista/ (in Finnish).

More information on Montaasi at https://montaasi.ayy.fi/ and https://www.facebook.com/montaasi/ (both in Finnish).

9. The New beginnings event by the Marthas in Otaniemi on 12 Sept

Wed 12 Sept at 10 am–4 pm, at the Undergraduate Centre on the Otaniemi campus (Otakaari 1, Espoo)

Beginning your studies and moving into your own home is exciting, wonderful and the best thing ever – but it’s also pretty expensive. For example, kitchen supplies or groceries can be a surprisingly big expense. But don’t worry, the Martha organisation is coming to help you!

The event focuses on sustainable living, and you can come to pick up some of the kitchen supplies you need, for example – and it’s all for free! Our free market has recycled, usable tableware, cooking equipment and other kitchen supplies. There is also a stand where you can get your hands on a nifty overall badge with the crafts Marthas’ help. In addition, the event offers you:

• – advice and tips for sustainable living
• – tasters and ideas for cooking
• – hints and insights for laying the table

Read more on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/2243483625888735/?active_tab=about (in Finnish)

10. Recycling Block in Otaniemi on 17 Sept

At the Recycling Block, you can make amazing flea market finds and sell off your spare gadgets!

Autumn is on its way, with new students arriving in Otaniemi and old ones leaving. How to optimise the flow of belongings in and out of student housing? By recycling, of course! At the Recycling Block, the two floors and courtyard of Otaniemi 20 will be transformed into a dream destination for even the most experienced flea market goer on Monday 17 September between 4 pm and 8 pm.

• WHAT? Recycling Block
• WHERE? Otakaari 20 upstairs, downstairs and courtyard
• WHEN? Mon 17 September 4–8 pm
• WHY? Come for some flea market finds!
• FACEBOOK? https://www.facebook.com/events/1836560743087160/

SPORTS AND CAMPING

11. World Cup of Academic Quidditch in Espoo on 15 Sept

The World Cup of Academic Quidditch is back! Aava organises the quidditch tournament on Saturday 15 Sept at 1 pm at Silkkiniitty in Espoo.

The 16 fastest teams to sign up can take part in the tournament. Taking part is easy and doesn’t require earlier quidditch experience. Spectators are also very welcome to this thrilling event.

Come and witness the (almost) magical sporting atmosphere!

Info, registration and Those Rules at https://huispaus.otax.fi/in-english-and-swedish/in-english-2/

12. Humans vs. Zombies in Otaniemi on 19–23 Sept

Humans versus Zombies is a moderated game of tag, in which the zombie players attempt to spread the infection by tagging humans. Humans, in turn, can defend themselves by hiding, fleeing or fighting back by using socks or Nerf guns on the zombies. The game also features different tasks to make it more interesting. HvZ is a team game, so you’ll be sure to get to know new people while playing. The game was originally created for campuses like Otaniemi, so we’ll get to play this game in the best location in Finland!

It’s completely free to take part. You’ll get the game scarf and special gadgets from the organisers. All you need to do is sign up, turn up and play.

More information and registration: https://lomake.ayy.fi/aava/hvz/

WELLBEING

13. Study psychologists’ Mindfulness workshops for students

Power of Imperfection Are you feeling critical and judgmental towards yourself? Compassion is more helpful than tough self-criticism, even though you might be used to thinking that you’ll achieve your best by being hard on yourself. The workshop contains mindfulness exercises that will help us develop an accepting and compassionate attitude towards ourselves. The workshop meets four times on Mondays at 2–4 pm, on 24 Sept– 15 Oct 2018. The workshop is Finnish-language. More information at https://into.aalto.fi/pages/viewpage.action?pageId=328008 (in Finnish)

Mindful Tools for Stress Management Feeling stressed or anxious? Come and get new ideas on how to boost your wellbeing. Handling stress becomes easier when we confront our difficulties rather than avoid them, and learn to recognise when we start to feel stressed or worried. The workshop is on Mondays at 10 am–12 pm, on 24 Sept–15 Oct 2018. The workshop is English-language. More information at https://into.aalto.fi/display/enopisk/Courses+and+workshops+for+students

OTHER

14. Answer and influence the landscape of Espoo

The Espoo City Museum features the Espoo of All Times survey until 9 Sept 2018. The survey is aimed at all former and current residents of Espoo, and it collects information on Espoo’s important buildings and cultural landscapes from the residents’ point of view, as well as memories connected to them. The answers to the survey will help create a cultural environment programme worthy of a city for Espoo. Answer at: https://app.maptionnaire.com/en/4167

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This is the Aalto University Student Union’s weekly newsletter for week 36/2018. The newsletter gives you the news on AYY and its associations and sections, as well as other useful information.

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This week offers a great chance to avoid the orientation week rush at the service desk. So, pick up a new tag for your student card now and grab your calendar for the academic year at the same time. Remember to also update your travel card to student status. PLEASE NOTE there’s an additional temporary service desk handing out tags in the Learning Centre, open Mon–Fri at 12–6 pm, with a HSL stand next to it.

 

Week 35

30 Aug: Grand Opening of the shopping centre A Bloc

31 Aug: Registration for Otaniemi Night of Arts subevents ends http://otanieminightofarts.fi/

Week 36

4 Sept: Otasuunnistus

5 Sept: Aalto Day One: Opening ceremony and Aalto party https://beta.aalto.fi/node/14566

5 Sept: Aalto Afterparty https://www.facebook.com/events/2218500171767404/?ti=icl

6 Sept: Otasuunnistus

7 Sept: Kaukkarit https://www.facebook.com/events/311923319544786/

9 Sept: Orientation week’s SuperSillis https://www.facebook.com/events/655007371552262/

 

AYY ANNOUNCES

1. Project Coordinator develops the Aalto Community
2. Nominate a candidate for Aalto Athlete 2018
3. Volunteer at the Aalto Afterparty and Aalto Party

WORKING LIFE

4. Bubble footie tournament by Digia & AYY

CULTURE AND THE YEAR OF ARTS

5. Otaniemi Night of Arts on 6 Oct – register your event by 31 Aug

EVENTS

6. What happens at the Afterparty stays at the Afterparty…
7. Kaukkarit at Smökki on 7 Sept
8. Orientation week’s SuperSillis

SPORTS AND CAMPING

9. Taekwon-Do beginners class in Tapiola
10. Sailing courses and the autumn’s info evening by Teekkaripurjehtijat

WELLBEING

11. Silent retreat 12–14 Oct 2018

OTHER

12. New shopping centre A Bloc opens on Thursday 30 Aug at the Aalto University metro station!

AYY ANNOUNCES

1. Project Coordinator develops the Aalto Community

Project Coordinator for community and organisational structures Elina Nieminen has started work at the Aalto University Student Union. The Coordinator, whose post lasts until Christmas, will be working together with existing members to develop the structures of the Aalto community.

Get to know Elina and her project better by clicking the link! /en/blog/2018/08/23/new-project-coordinator-helps-the-aalto-community-develop/

 

2. Nominate a candidate for Aalto Athlete 2018

It’s now time to nominate a fellow student who you think deserves to be rewarded as the Aalto Athlete of 2018. The criteria for winning include sports achievements at national or international level, academic performance, and fair and honest participation in the community.

Click here to nominate: https://lomake.ayy.fi/liikunta/ehdota-vuoden-aalto-urheilijaa-2018-nominera-aalto-athlete-2018-nominate-for-aalto-athlete-2018/

Remember to give good reasoning for your nomination! The form will be closed on 5 Sept 2018 at 11.59 pm. The award will be presented at the Aalto 10km/5km event on 16 Sept 2018.

More information from lauri.seppalainen [at] ayy.fi

 

3. Volunteer at the Aalto Afterparty and Aalto Party

The traditional Aalto Party is held on 5 Sept and in order to organise the most amazing party of the orientation week, we need your help! Plenty of volunteers are needed to handle various tasks such as working as a security officer, decorating Dipoli, cooking food and attending the cloakroom.

As a thanks, the volunteers will get in for free through the VIP entrance, get the party badge and entrance to the volunteer afterparty!

In addition, as a recognition of the work done for the Aalto community, every volunteer will get a tie fitting the party theme. The tie can later be attached to your overalls, for example!

Register here: https://lomake.ayy.fi/aava/aalto-afterparty-aalto-party-2018-volunteers/

The most wanted tasks are given to those who register first, so sign up now!

 

WORKING LIFE

4. Bubble footie tournament by Digia & AYY

Digia and Aalto University Student Union are joining forces to organise a bubble footie event on the Otaniemi sports field on 19 Sept from 5 pm onwards. The evening will include a light-hearted battle over the bubble footie championship and, of course, the required aftermath session in Avain Sauna. There will be representatives from Digia present, with whom you can talk about your work, thesis or internship possibilities at Digia, for example. Sign up by 10 Sept! https://lomake.ayy.fi/yrityssuhteet/ (in Finnish)

The event is Finnish-language.

CULTURE AND THE YEAR OF ARTS

5. Otaniemi Night of Arts on 6 Oct – register your event by 31 Aug

The Otaniemi Night of Arts is a free and interartistic campus festival, organised for the first time on Saturday 6 Oct as part of AYY’s Year of Arts. During the Night, all willing Aalto students and student organisations have a chance to organise an artistic and creative event of their own choosing. You can register as a subevent organiser until 31 Aug. More information at http://otanieminightofarts.fi/

The event on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/2220457434854832/

 

EVENTS

6. What happens at the Afterparty stays at the Afterparty…

This year, Aalto Party’s official afterparty offers at least as many possibilities as the legendary Las Vegas. Welcome to Dipoli to enjoy the glorious festive spirit and the magnificent artists! In orientation week’s most fabulous party, you will find activities for every gold digger, party animal, gambler, trendsetter, hen/bachelor partier and entertainer.

The party people will be entertained by performers including Basshunter (SWE), Aalto DJs TAKO x MONSU and aKYstic. Dipoli also features a karaoke room, a lounge and, of course, a chapel of love!

• WHAT? Aalto Afterparty 2018
• WHERE? Dipoli, Otakaari 24
• WHEN? Wednesday 5 Sept 2018, doors open at 9 pm
• HOW MUCH? 14€
• TICKETS: https://bailataan.fi/events/294bf7c5-eea7-4a95-83c3-70630b326295 (in Finnish)
• More information on FB: https://www.facebook.com/events/2218500171767404/

 

7. Kaukkarit at Smökki on 7 Sept

Orientation week will culminate with the legendary Kaukkarit at Smökki on Friday 7 Sept. SIK, IK and KIK will ensure that the drought of the summer ends with the coming of Kaukkarit. The evening starts with the Aalto Beer Pong tournament at 7 pm! Enrolment for the tournament begins at 6.45 pm at Smökki and the spots are filled in the order of arrival.

Advance tickets are sold in the hallway of the Undergraduate Centre throughout the orientation week. Tickets cost 6€ and the price includes an overall badge.

More information added weekly on FB: https://www.facebook.com/events/311923319544786/ Click on the Interested or Going button to ensure you won’t miss anything on the best Kaukkarit ever!

• WHAT? Kaukkarit!
• WHERE? Smökki
• WHEN? Fri 7 Sept, BP tournament at 7 pm, first artist at 8 pm
• HOW MUCH? 6€ incl. overall badge

 

8. Orientation week’s SuperSillis

The Community Section Aava, KY’s Cultural Committee and the Teekkari Section organise Orientation Week’s SuperSillis on 8 Sept to help everyone find their inner zen. During the day, you’ll get to enjoy Sillis food, beverages befitting your state of mind, the company of your friends and the relaxing sauna and outdoor hot tub. All this for only 12€, and if there are places left on the day, you can buy your way in at the door for 15€.

As orientation week is a collective experience, all Aalto students are welcome at Sillis!

The opening of the registration for Sillis will be announced later.

• WHAT? Orientation Week’s SuperSillis
• MEANING? A better version of brunch
• WHEN? Sat 9 Sept at 12–6 pm
• WHERE? Rantasauna, Vastaranta 1, Otaniemi
• HOW MUCH? 12€
• FOR WHOM? All the heroes of orientation week!
• WHY: Because your body needs it
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/655007371552262/

 

SPORTS AND CAMPING

9. Taekwon-Do beginners class in Tapiola

The Espoo TKD-seura ry is organising a Taekwon-Do beginners class in Tuulimäki, Tapiola, on Sundays at 3.30–4.45 pm from 26 Aug 2018. There’s still time to start a new and versatile hobby! The course continues through the autumn semester and costs 75€, but you can try it out for free. There’s also a junior beginners class meant for 8–12-year-old children on offer. For more information and registration, visit http://teamespoo.com/harjoitukset/alkeiskurssi.php (in Finnish, as the course  will be).

10. Sailing courses and the autumn’s info evening by Teekkaripurjehtijat

Would you like to learn how to sail? Teekkaripurjehtijat (“Teekkari Sailors”) organises three sailing courses this autumn, with the theory evenings taking place already on 28 and 29 Aug (at 5–9 pm). The practical teaching takes place in one of three small groups, either on 4, 6 and 8–9 Sept, on 6–9 Sept or on 13–16 Sept. The cost is 195€ for a student, 350€ for a graduate, plus club membership. Spots get taken up quickly, so it’s worth signing up straightaway.

More information and registration: https://trip.ayy.fi/wordpress/?page_id=231

Teekkaripurjehtijat’s info evening on Wed 12 Sept from 6 pm in the Otaranta Club Room (Otaranta 8B). The evening offers a compact detailing of the opportunities to learn sailing on the cheap and the other activities related to the sailor lifestyle as offered by our club. For more information, visit the FB event (https://www.facebook.com/events/581958955533550, in Finnish) or the club’s website (https://trip.ayy.fi/wordpress/?page_id=44).

 

WELLBEING

11. Silent retreat 12–14 Oct 2018

A silent retreat is a good way to charge your batteries, relax and take time out for your own thoughts. The retreat will be organised at the Nuottakoto activity centre in Vihti on 12–14 Oct 2018. The participants will commit to a collective silence for the duration of the weekend.

The retreat is meant for students and educational staff. The instructors will be educational pastor Margit Peltovirta and musician Katja Kangas.

Price: 90€/staff or 45€/student (includes full board, single room and collective transport). Registrations by 12 Sept 2018 by email at yst.toimisto.espoo@evl.fi or by phone on 09 8050 2359.

When registering, please tell us your name, educational facility, whether you’re a student or staff, your contact details, dietary requirements and whether you’ve been to a retreat before. First-timers take precedence. You will be notified if you receive a spot after registration ends, and you will confirm your spot by paying the bill by its due date. More information from the instructors: firstname.lastname@evl.fi

OTHER

12. New shopping centre A Bloc opens on Thursday 30 Aug at the Aalto University metro station!

With its restaurants and cafes, A Bloc is the natural meeting place of the Aalto University campus and the whole Otaniemi. At A Bloc, you’ll also find a Clas Ohlson store, an Alko liqueur store, a pharmacy and lots of other services for your daily needs. The Esport Aalto fitness centre offers various sports from the traditional gym exercise to hot yoga and bouldering.

Come along to the opening ceremonies on 30 August from 9 am onwards – eat, drink, hang out and explore!

A Bloc Grand Opening!

https://www.facebook.com/events/492066047965357/

 

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This is the Aalto University Student Union’s weekly newsletter for week 35/2018. The newsletter gives you the news on AYY and its associations and sections, as well as other useful information.

If you want your own piece to appear in the newsletter, send your finalised text to tiedotteet@ayy.fi by 10 am on Thursday for publication the following week. The recommended length of the text is 500 characters and the maximum length 1 000 characters.

You can also read this newsletter on AYY’s website at www.ayy.fi/en/weekly-newsletter

News concerning associations can be found in the association newsletter. Read them at /en/blog/category/associations/association/

Want to unsubscribe from the weekly newsletter mailing list? Click on the link and follow the instructions at the bottom of the page: https://list.ayy.fi/mailman/listinfo/ayy-info-fi