Wappu has officially begun! Don’t miss out on the events, so check out what’s happening where from the list below! Come and join us, regardless of campus, and bring your friends to boot. <3

Association information can be found in the association newsletter. Read it at /yhdistystiedote

 

1. AYY 7th Annual Celebration, April 20th 2017
2. AYY herring brunch
3. Robert’s coffee Otaniemi: Fresh specialty coffee and fresh gelato!
4. 145. Pre-registration for the Teekkari tradition party
5. OtaWappu 2017
6. The best Wappu spirit at the Wappu Arena!
7. Wappu is coming, and so is Crazy John!
8. Strong Songs Sauna @ Wappu Arena, the 25th of April at 18:00
9. Kyykkä Tournament on the 25^th of April at 14:00
10. Join us at World Dinner
11. PopCorn Movie Fiesta!
12. Human vs Zombies in Otaniemi on the 4^th and 5^th of May
13. Montaasi is handing out free tickets to Espoo Ciné movie viewings
14. Join the Tyttösitsi committee!
15. PUS-Basket’s 2^nd team is looking for new players
16. Polijazz quickfire dance courses
17. Workshops to help with stress management
18. Edible Accessories workshop and lecture with Laura Väinölä & Lauri Reuter @ A:Space
19. Walk-in patches workshop @ A:SPACE on Friday 28.4 12-16
20. Waputin-concert dance ball feat. leather trumpetist Antton Puonti
21. Summer internship abroad

 

 

Week 17

26.4. Ristin kilta: Gideons – How do I carry out the Great Commission?

/blog/events/gideonit-miten-toteutan-laetyskaskya/

26.4. Mini Neon Rave + PrePenkkiExcu 2017

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28.4. Aalto Gamers League of Legends Tournament 4

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29.4. Wappufestarit 2017

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30.4. OtaWappu 2017

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Week 18

1.5. Waputin feat. leathertrumpetist Antton Puonti

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2.5. Tieto GenT Trainee Program application period ends!

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3.5. Ristin kilta: Bible Quiz

/blog/events/ristin-kilta-raamattuvisa/

1. AYY 7th Annual Celebration, April 20th 2017

The 7th annual celebration dinner of the Aalto University Student Union (AYY) takes place on the 20^th of May 2017. We welcome all members to participate in the celebrations. This year, the party will kick off with a cocktail party at Otakaari 1 at 15:00. The celebration dinner proper will be held at the restaurant Caruzello, situated at the Linnanmäki amusement park, starting at 18:00. The dinner will consist of a sumptuous three-course meal and excellent program. The afterparty and sillis locations will be announced later.

The cost of the annual celebration is 80€ for members of AYY and 100€ for others. The signup for invited guests opens on the 11^th of April and for others on the 18^th of April 2017. The signup closes on the 2^nd of May. There are a total of 250 seats at the annual celebration dinner.

Dress code at the party will be evening dress with academic honors.

More info:
www.vuosijuhlat.fi
www.facebook.com/events/1866988743517378/

 

2. AYY herring brunch

The AYY 7th annual celebrations come to a close with a herring brunch at the Servin Mökki (Jämeräntaival 4) on Sunday 21st of May, beginning at 12:00. At that date, it is time to journey to the Smökki, abuzz with festival cheer, to recuperate from the dazzling celebratory week. Come and feel the carnival magic with sumptuous food, drinks and terrific program. This is not something you want to miss!

You can sign up at the address vuosijuhlat.fi between 19th of April and 18th of May 2017. Tickets are sold at the door during the brunch day, if the event is not yet sold out.

WHAT: Herring brunch
WHERE: Smökki
WHEN: 21.5. 12:00-18:00
WHY: Because AYY 7yrs. and bacon

PRICE: 15 €

Join us the conclude the celebratory week in style!
FB: https://www.facebook.com/events/1623648914330291/

 

3. Robert’s coffee Otaniemi: Fresh specialty coffee and fresh gelato!

Do you know what’s the difference between fresh gelato and industrial ice cream? Find out at the Otaniemi Robert’s Coffee, at the Aalto University Learning Center.

In addition to fresh gelato, made on site, you may enjoy an aromatic cup of specialty coffee along with delicious snacks. The Robert’s Coffee has an A license and an outdoor terrace.

Open: Mon-Thu 09:00 – 20:00, Fri 09:00 – 18:00, Sat 10:00 – 15:00, according to the Learning Center’s hours of operation.

Planned summer hours from the 29^th of May to 20^th of August: Mon 08:00 – 18:00, Tue-Fri 08:00 – 16:00, Sat-Sun Closed.

Check out more info from the Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/robertscoffeeotaniemi/

Merry Wappu week and welcome!

 

4. 145. Pre-registration for the Teekkari tradition party

This year, we are celebrating the 145th anniversary of being a technology student, a Teekkari. The celebratory year will be full of exciting events. The year culminates at the Teekkari Tradition Party, held in Dipoli on the 10th of November. This time, you can reserve your seat at the party beforehand by signing up on the 19^th of April at the Aalto Open Air event, or at the webpage teekkarius145.ayy.fi starting from the 20^th of April.

There are 200 places reserved for pre-registration, and you can pre-register until the 1^st of May, until 23:59. The registration is not binding, but you must confirm your sign-up in the autumn when the actual registration opens. More information about the party and other events of the celebratory year will be updated throughout the year on the webpage and on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Teekkarius145/.

 

5. OtaWappu 2017

Wappu is coming, and along with it, the AYY Wappu party!! Are you ready?

The party blasts off in Otaniemi and takes over the Otahalli hall on Wappu eve, on the 30^th of April! At OtaWappu, the Wappu spirit is high and the party will be sure to be rocking! The traditional Wappu festivities will be mixed up by Hausmylly tribute and Spekti on the main stage, in addition to DJs and other entertainment making sure the place is really popping. The party will culminate at midnight when everyone dons their teekkari hats in great company; whether your hat has a bobble or not!

More info on the event on Facebook or on the webpages:

https://www.facebook.com/events/1136348819844984/

http://ota.wappu.fi

 

6. The best Wappu spirit at the Wappu Arena!

Jäynäkilpailu is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, and we want to celebrate it by boosting the Wappu spirit! That is why we have created a unique place for events at the heart of Otaniemi, teeming with Wappu spirit. The Wappu Arena will act as the hottest meeting point in Otaniemi and the most desired platform for events during the week before Wappu, from the 21^st until the 30^th of April. You can find the Wappu Arena event calendar at wappuareena.jayna.fi.

See you at the Wappu Arena! The Wappu Arena’s grand opening party takes place right after the Jäynä Finals and the Äpy Gala, and you really don’t want to miss it! By following this event, you can keep up-to-date on what is going on at the Arena and when. This is something you don’t want to miss: this Wappu will be something you have never seen before!

You can also keep track of all Wappu happenings with the Whappu application, which you can download for free into your smartphone from iStore or Android Shop. More information at wappu.fi and wappu.futurice.com.

WHAT: Wappu Arena

WHEN: 21^st–30^th of April

EVENT CALENDAR: wappuareena.jayna.fi

FB: https://www.facebook.com/events/1878552552426154/

7. Wappu is coming, and so is Crazy John!

On the 29^th of April, as the sun sets over the Freshman Peijaiset, Otaniemi will be filled with captivating Mayday action, as teams rush to crazier and crazier checkpoints and compete for the title of The Craziest Team™!

So gather a 4-10-person team and claim your spot in this awesome adventure around Otaniemi. You don’t need to know your team composition beforehand; you can get your score sheet on the competition date when the starting pistol goes off at the Alvari Square. In this competition, being spontaneous is the key, along with a keen Wappu spirit!

If you feel you’ve done enough trawling around the checkpoints during the years, you should absolutely sign up as a checkpoint organizer. If you have an organization or a group of friends and enthusiasm, sign up your checkpoint using the link below by the 25^th of April.

https://lomake.ayy.fi/teekkarijaosto/hullu-jussi-2017-rastit-crazy-john-2017-checkpoints/

You should come along if only for the awesome rewards! There are awesome Wappu-baskets for the best team and best checkpoint, along with bus rides to Ullanlinnanmäki on the 1^st of May. The best checkpoint organizers will also receive a free sauna rental in one of AYY’s saunas during the year, in the summer or in the fall.

The best team and best checkpoint will be announced from the Smökki roof during the Wappurieha declaration on the 30^th of April!

To keep the party from stopping when Crazy John concludes, the PELMU Wappu festival at Smökki will keep rocking late until the morning.

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TL;DR:

WHAT: Crazy John
WHERE: Around Otaniemi
WHEN: 29^th April at about 22:00–1:00, after the freshman speksi and the opening ceremony
SIGNUP FOR CHECKPOINT ORGANIZERS: Until the 25^th of April at https://lomake.ayy.fi/teekkarijaosto/hullu-jussi-2017-rastit-crazy-john-2017-checkpoints/
WHAT ELSE: Awesome rewards!

 

8. Strong Songs Sauna @ Wappu Arena, the 25th of April at 18:00

Drinking songs echo at the Wappu Arena!

You are welcome to freshen your mind, body and memory regarding drinking songs at the Strong Songs sauna organized by the Lukkari Committee!

The singing starts at 18:00, and the sauna will stay warm long into the night.

The program for the evening consists of traditional and new drinking songs, and will culminate in the schnapps-themed lyrics competition, where the eccentric panel of judges richly rewards their favorite composer!

Come enjoy the songs, the sauna and the refreshments after a long game of Spring Kyykkä, for example!

The event is free of charge and refreshments and snacks can be purchased at the site.

 

9. Kyykkä Tournament on the 25^th of April at 14:00

Why go to Tampere in the middle of the winter to practice some kyykkä, when you can throw skittles with the best of them in the wonderful, beautiful Otaniemi during spring? Gather a team and participate in the Wappu week kyykkä tournament on Tuesday, the 25^th of April at 14:00.

The tournament is open for the first 12 teams that sign up and is played in groups, after which there will be the semifinals followed by the final. A team can fit four players, and gender, stage-of-teekkarihat-raggedness or the color of your overalls hold no stake in this competition. The winners of the tournament will be richly rewarded with prizes that will be announced later!

Because there’s no need to reinvent the wheel, we will use the Academic Kyykkä World Championship rules, which can be found at http://kyykka.fi/säännöt

The signup opens on the 5^th of April at 12:00 and closes on the 20^th of April at 23:45 at https://lomake.ayy.fi/teekkarijaosto/kevatkyykka-2017-spring-skittles-2017/.

After the tournament, there is a great opportunity to continue the evening with the Strong Songs Sauna organized by the Lukkari Committee Lutku at the Alvari Square Wappu Arena!

WHAT: The Spring Otaniemi Kyykkä tournament!
WHERE: Alvari Square in Otaniemi!
WHEN: Tuesday, the 25^th of April, starting at 14:00
WHY: Kyykkä!
More info and answers to questions from Teekkari Culture correspondents Tyko Viertiö and Johanna Kuronen (etunimi.sukunimi@ayy.fi)

10. Join us at World Dinner

AYY’s International Section, Mosaic, brings to you once again the ever so popular, World Dinner.

World Dinner remains the perfect opportunity to meet new people, enjoy exotic delicacies and show off your cooking skills. Joining in on this experience is simple: sign up through the google form, cook something delicious to serve and come to Smökki to enjoy the treats made by others. You can participate in the event individually, but it is easiest to gather a group of 2-4 people and cook a large meal together (meaning at least as much, as your group together would eat).

See you!

WHAT: World Dinner
WHEN: Thursday, 04 May 2017, 18.00-21:00
WHERE: Smökki, Jämeräntaival 4, 02150 Espoo
WHY: Enjoy great food from all around the globe!

Sign-up form:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1UX5L2L-bwyogNLQ80JWlS6ithXvFM4wXrQ5N9NEaXnY/viewform?edit_requested=true

 

11. PopCorn Movie Fiesta!

Mosaic invites you to our cultural movie fiesta! We enjoy movies that promote other cultures and makes you see the world from new perspectives.

Voting form for the movies: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdZY7RrT9_PyN6xfL6dNCM9oa-It1o7VAByg3NydOqHVWToMw/viewform

 

12. Human vs Zombies in Otaniemi on the 4^th and 5^th of May

Apocalypse!

The zombie virus is spreading! Does humanity have any chance against the ever-growing zombie horde? This year, the virus emerges from the labs of the rich elite. “They” created it to make people their brain-dead slaves who work endlessly and contaminate more humans. Can the humans prevent this vicious plan or will the world turn into a giant factory to create more capital for the rich?

Humans vs. Zombies is a moderated game of tag where zombie players try to spread the infection by tagging human players. Team work is the key to success, so meeting new people is guaranteed. The game is completely free of charge and happens in Otaniemi 24/7 on the 4^th and 5^th of May. The main tasks take place in the evening, so don’t worry.

More information at the FB event https://www.facebook.com/events/1099197960185814/

Signup at https://lomake.ayy.fi/aava/human-vs-zombies-spring-2017/

Join the game, invite also your friends and let’s ruin the plans of the mysterious elite!

 

13. Montaasi is handing out free tickets to Espoo Ciné movie viewings

The Espoo Ciné movie festival is held from the 5th to the 14th of May this year, and Montaasi has chosen five interesting movies from the program. We are handing out tickets to those movie viewings to Montaasi members of people who join Montaasi. There are two tickets per person up for grabs.

More info on the movies and signup instructions:

https://montaasi.ayy.fi/montaasi-jakaa-ilmaislippuja-espoo-cinen-elokuvanaytoksiin/

 

14. Join the Tyttösitsi committee!

Are you interested in organizing events with a fun gang? Join the Tyttösitsi committee! We need active and energetic helpers in organizing the Tyttösitsit (“All-girl sitsit”) in the autumn. Tyttösitsit are the largest sitsit organized for women, and they are traditionally held around October or November.

By joining the committee, you will get valuable experience in organizing large events and make new friends outside your own guild. You can take part in various activities depending to your own interests and schedule, including planning and making e.g. the decorations, menu and program and the procurement of sponsors. We also organize our own events for the committee!

If you are interested, sign up by the 31^st of March by emailing us at johtokunta@teekkaritytot.fi!

WHAT: The Tyttösitsi committee – let’s organize the most magnificent sitsit of the autumn!

WHY: Make new friends by doing things together!

 

15. PUS-Basket’s 2^nd team is looking for new players

PUS-Basket’s men’s 2^nd team, PUSsycats, plays in the 5^th division. We hold our practices at the Otahalli multipurpose center until the end of April on Thursdays 22:00–23:00 and on Sundays 13:00–15:00. If you want to practice with us and apply for the team for the next season, contact us via email at pusbasket@list.ayy.fi.

 

16. Polijazz quickfire dance courses

Polijazzilla järjestetään rock- ja swing-tanssien pikakurssi huhti-toukokuussa – tervetuloa oppimaan kolme uutta paritanssia kolmessa illassa!

Polijazz is hosting rock- and swing-dance lighting courses in April-May – come and learn three new paired dances in three nights!

Mon 24^th of April 16 – 18 Rockabilly
Fri 28^th of April 19 – 21 Fusku
Mon 8^th of May 16 – 18 Boogie woogie

Price 25€/student

More info and signup found in the event, found on the Polijazz Facebook group

 

17. Workshops to help with stress management

Tired? Overworked? Come and join our workshops, where we increase the skill to recognize indicators of stress and get acquainted with stress management skills.

Tietoinen läsnäolo ja stressi (Conscious presence and stress), Monday 8^th of May 2017, 13-16, Otakaari 1, Majakka (M140), the workshop is held in Finnish, signups opintopsykologi@aalto.fi, info https://into.aalto.fi/pages/viewpage.action?pageId=24327758

Mindful approach to stress, Friday May 12th 2017 at 9-12, Otakaari 1, Majakka (M140), in English. Sign up by e-mail opintopsykologi@aalto.fi, more information https://into.aalto.fi/display/enopintopsykologi/Mindful+approach+to+stress

 

18. Edible Accessories workshop and lecture with Laura Väinölä & Lauri Reuter @ A:Space

How would your world look like if all products would be edible?

On 26th of April A:space will look into the future of accessories and materials under the theme ‘Edible Accessories’. We have prepared some futuristic materials for you, to create your own accessory design. To inspire you, we have a lecture from a scientist-and the man behind Cellpod, Lauri Reuter, and also the woman behind Flora & Laura and the Young Designer of the Year 2016, Laura Väinölä. After this, both of our lecturers will assist you in the workshop in creating your own edible future accessory.

The lectures are open for everyone, come by at A:Space Bank Space at 9:30 AM on Wednesday 26th of April if you wish to attend!

 

19. Walk-in patches workshop @ A:SPACE on Friday 28.4 12-16

Have you always wanted to design your own patch? Gather a group of min. 4 people and bring your best photo to A:Space at Otakaari 15 on friday 28.4 and let’s make the bestest patch to your overalls ever! The workshop lasts as long as we have patches left!

 

20. Waputin-concert dance ball feat. leather trumpetist Antton Puonti

The traditional Waputin concert and dance ball is held this year at the GLO Hotel Art metro station (Lönnrotinkatu 29) on the 1st of May at 17:00. The technical preparations for initiating the event have been in place for a long time; we are now only testing the systems pertaining to audience safety.

The Polytechnical Orchestra, accompanied by Talent Finland 2016 winner, the “Piano Tonttu”, alias leather trumpetist Antton Puonti. In addition, the metro-crowd will swing to the beats of Retuperän WBK and parlor band Jorma. The orchestra is conducted by Emil Ikä-Hetero.

The ticket to the event is not any piece of paper, but in fact the tradition-filled Wappu magazine Waputin, the sales of which start on Saturday 22th of April. The tickets can be reserved beforehand at polyteknikkojenorkesteri.fi.

Tickets:
-20 € A-zone (grownups and seniors)
-10 € B-zone (students and the W discount group)

Ticket reservations at polyteknikkojenorkesteri.fi, tickets from orchestra members starting on the 22nd of April, and from the door.

 

21. Summer internship abroad

Got plans for the summer? Don’t want to be stuck in Helsinki? AIESEC can help find the best project for you from Greece, Indonesia, Romania or from over 100 other locations.

Hone your practical skills, expand your network and make your summer unforgettable!

What: Find your project for the summer!
Where: Aalto Design Factory | The Studio
When: Monday, 24^th of April, 17:30 – 19:00

Coffee and snacks available!

It’s time to start raising the Wappu spirit! Aalto Open Air opens the spring season, and there are plenty of cool events being held until the end of the month. Remember that everyone can take part in the events, regardless of their campus or field of study! <3

The association information can be found in the association newsletter. Read it at /yhdistystiedote

 

1. AYY’s new apartments in Jätkäsaari – Applications are open now!
2. AYY 7th Annual Celebration, April 20th 2017
3. AYY’s Art Collection: Open call for submissions!
4. AYY is Searching for a Maintenance Worker
5. Answer AYY’s survey on global competencies!
6. Tieto GenT Trainee Program: Whether you study business, technology or both, apply now for positions in Finland!
7. The best start to the summer: Aalto Open Air!
8. 145. Pre-registration for the Teekkari Tradition Party
9. OtaWappu 2017
10. The best Wappu spirit at the Wappu Arena!
11. Culmination of the anniversary year: the Jäynä Finals!
12. Wappu is coming, and so is Crazy John!
13. Strong Songs Sauna @ Wappu Arena, the 25th of April at 18:00
14. Wappuvaihto su 23.4.2017
15. Kyykkä Tournament on the 25^th of April at 14:00
16. Sitsi competition on Saturday, the 22nd of April at 13–17 @ Alvari Square
17. Äpy Gala on the 21^st of April 2017
18. Human vs Zombies in Otaniemi on the 4^th and 5^th of May
19. 95^th Anniversary Concert of the Polytech Orchestra takes you on a symphonic journey into the wild!
20. Join the Tyttösitsi committee!
21. PUS-Basket’s 2^nd team is looking for new players
22. Taiji-lajiesittely 18.4.2017
23. AALLONHUIPUT & TEK DOCJAM
24. Workshops to help with stress management

 

 

Week 16

19.4. Aalto Open Air

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19.4. Ristin kilta: Lapland trip afterski

/blog/events/ristin-kilta-lapinmatkan-afterski/

21.4. TRIP Navigation course final exams and exam afterparty

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22.4. Sitsi competition

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22.4. Polytech Orchestra 95^th anniversary concert

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Week 17

26.4. Ristin kilta: Gideons – How to implement the Great Commission? /blog/events/gideonit-miten-toteutan-laetyskaskya/

26.4. Mini Neon Rave + PrePenkkiExcu 2017

/blog/events/mini-neon-rave-prepenkkiexcu-2017/

29.4. Wappufestarit 2017

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30.4. OtaWappu 2017

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1. AYY’s new apartments in Jätkäsaari – Applications are open now!

 

The Atlantinkatu building will be complete with 122 apartments, most of which are one room apartments. The construction will be finished in August and the apartments will be ready for moving in on the 1^st of September 2017.

The Jätkäsaari building is not only a new development target, but due to its location it’s a totally new type of building for AYY. Because of this, the application process for these apartments has been revised. The queue spots will be drawn by lot between the applications sent during the allocated time. The lots will be drawn between point groups. After May, the applications for the building will continue according to the normal queue system.

As stated by the AYY Board, all AYY members are being given an equal opportunity to apply for the Jätkäsaari apartments, so all applicants will receive the point for location regardless of their study campus. In addition, the application process will be using a lottery system to guarantee equality between all applicants.

Read more about the point system for the Jätkäsaari apartment applications from this link:

/asuminen/asunnonhakijat/hakuinfo/jatkasaaren-asunnot/

See the apartments and apply on Domo NOW! https://domo.ayy.fi

 

2. AYY 7th Annual Celebration, April 20th 2017

The 7th annual celebration dinner of the Aalto University Student Union (AYY) takes place on the 20^th of May 2017. We welcome all members to participate in the celebrations. This year, the party will kick off with a cocktail party at Otakaari 1 at 15:00. The celebration dinner proper will be held at the restaurant Caruzello, situated at the Linnanmäki amusement park, starting at 18:00. The dinner will consist of a sumptuous three-course meal and excellent program. The afterparty and sillis locations will be announced later.

The cost of the annual celebration is 80€ for members of AYY and 100€ for others. The signup for invited guests opens on the 11^th of April and for others on the 18^th of April 2017. The signup closes on the 2^nd of May. There are a total of 250 seats at the annual celebration dinner.

Dress code at the party will be evening dress with academic honors.

More info:
www.vuosijuhlat.fi
www.facebook.com/events/1866988743517378/

 

3. AYY’s Art Collection: Open call for submissions!

AYY is starting an art collection of works from its members. The works can be submitted by students from any Aalto discipline or school. A jury will then decide which artwork to include in the collection by early May, and the artwork(s) will be announced at the AYY’s annual ball on May the 20^th.

The genre for 2017 is traditional painting.

Submit the art and details of work by April 23^rd at 23:59 at:

http://lomake.ayy.fi/taide/art-collection-submit-form

For further questions please contact Katariina Helin, a member of the board at ayy, responsible of artistic activities. katariina.helin@ayy.fi / +358 50 520 9447

 

4. AYY is Searching for a Maintenance Worker

AYY has facilities for single-rent purposes, especially in Otaniemi, like saunas and clubrooms, which require regular maintenance due to their frequent use. AYY is now hiring a maintenance worker, who will primarily take care that the facilities are well maintained. The tasks include maintenance checks for AYY facilities, stocking up on supplies, ordering maintenance and cleaning services and key wardenship.

The job is permanent and full-time, and does not include on-call duty. Work starts as soon as a suitable person is found. The person chosen for the task can apply for apartments under the Student Union’s control.

Find out more and apply by April 20th!

/ylioppilaskunta/avoimet-tyopaikat/ayy-hakee-kiinteistonhoitajaa/

 

5. Answer AYY’s survey on global competencies!

How should global competences be included in your studies? Answer AYY’s short questionnaire to help with our project with Aalto!

How are skills like effective communication in a multicultural setting developed in your studies? What kind of teaching methods would in your opinion support the learning of intercultural communication? AYY and Aalto are working together on an initiative to bring global competences into curricula, learning goals and outcomes, and we need your help and perspective! Please answer AYY’s short questionnaire (max 5 min.) about global competences in studies: https://www.webropolsurveys.com/S/C7E2B50C8E49B3AF.par

 

 

6. Tieto GenT Trainee Program: Whether you study business, technology or both, apply now for positions in Finland!

GenerationT (GenT) Trainee Program is a 10-month long program giving you the opportunity to develop yourself and be inspired by numerous interesting projects. It is a Nordic-wide program including Finland, Norway and Sweden, which will secure you with an instant broad network across country borders.

Interested? Read more at https://www.tieto.com/careers/students/gent-trainee-program

 

7. The best start to the summer: Aalto Open Air!

This year, the spring starts bigger than ever as Aalto Open Air takes over the campus area! Take all your friends with you and make your way to the Alvari Square on April 19^th at 16:00!

At the Alvari Square, you’ll find two stages where bands keep the atmosphere up. Performers include: Don Johnson Big Band, Boston Promenade, Toot Toot and the fantastic main artist: RUUDOLF & KARRI KOIRA! You can also enjoy different festival events, food trucks and pop-up events offered by Aalto Festival.

So, give Wappu a head start and come enjoy the spring!

To make sure that the party won’t stop, there will be an afterparty at Täffä starting at 22:00!

The event will be organised by AYY, Aalto-university, Aava and April Jazz.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/722121711301800/
Afterparty: https://www.facebook.com/events/621080491418722/

 

8. 145. Pre-registration for the Teekkari Tradition Party

This year, we are celebrating the 145th anniversary of being a technology student, a Teekkari. The celebratory year will be full of exciting events. The year culminates at the Teekkari Tradition Party, held in Dipoli on the 10th of November. This time, you can reserve your seat at the party beforehand by signing up on the 19^th of April at the Aalto Open Air event, or at the webpage teekkarius145.ayy.fi starting from the 20^th of April. There are 200 places reserved for pre-registration, and you can pre-register until the 1^st of May, until 23:59. The registration is not binding, but you must confirm your sign-up in the autumn when the actual registration opens. More information about the party and other events of the celebratory year will be updated throughout the year on the webpage and on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Teekkarius145/.

 

9. OtaWappu 2017

Wappu is coming, and along with it, the AYY Wappu party!! Are you ready?

The party blasts off in Otaniemi and takes over the Otahalli hall on Wappu eve, on the 30^th of April! At OtaWappu, the Wappu spirit is high and the party will be sure to be rocking! The traditional Wappu festivities will be mixed up by Hausmylly tribute and Spekti on the main stage, in addition to DJs and other entertainment making sure the place is really popping. The party will culminate at midnight when everyone dons their teekkari hats in great company; whether your hat has a bobble or not!

More info on the event on Facebook or on the webpages:

https://www.facebook.com/events/1136348819844984/

http://ota.wappu.fi

 

10. The best Wappu spirit at the Wappu Arena!

Jäynäkilpailu is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, and we want to celebrate it by boosting the Wappu spirit! That is why we have created a unique place for events at the heart of Otaniemi, teeming with Wappu spirit. The Wappu Arena will act as the hottest meeting point in Otaniemi and the most desired platform for events during the week before Wappu, from the 21^st until the 30^th of April. You can find the Wappu Arena event calendar at wappuareena.jayna.fi.

See you at the Wappu Arena! The Wappu Arena’s grand opening party takes place right after the Jäynä Finals and the Äpy Gala, and you really don’t want to miss it! By following this event, you can keep up-to-date on what is going on at the Arena and when. This is something you don’t want to miss: this Wappu will be something you have never seen before!

You can also keep track of all Wappu happenings with the Whappu application, which you can download for free into your smartphone from iStore or Android Shop. More information at wappu.fi and wappu.futurice.com.

WHAT: Wappu Arena

WHEN: 21^st–30^th of April

EVENT CALENDAR: wappuareena.jayna.fi

FB: https://www.facebook.com/events/1878552552426154/

 

11. Culmination of the anniversary year: the Jäynä Finals!

It’s that time again!

Come check out the most hilarious and exciting pranks of the year at the U2 hall on Friday, the 21^st of April, from 16:00 onwards! We start raising the roof in front of the hall, starting from 15:00. The hall has traditionally been filled to the brim, so get there on time to secure your spot!

WHAT: 30^th Jäynä Finals

WHEN: Friday, the 21st of April, from 16:00 onwards

WHERE: U2 hall (former Mellin hall)

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/261943330930952/?notif_t=plan_user_associated&notif_id=1490598475986351

 

11. Wappu is coming, and so is Crazy John!

On the 29^th of April, as the sun sets over the Freshman Peijaiset, Otaniemi will be filled with captivating Mayday action, as teams rush to crazier and crazier checkpoints and compete for the title of The Craziest Team™!

So gather a 4-10-person team and claim your spot in this awesome adventure around Otaniemi. You don’t need to know your team composition beforehand; you can get your score sheet on the competition date when the starting pistol goes off at the Alvari Square. In this competition, being spontaneous is the key, along with a keen Wappu spirit!

If you feel you’ve done enough trawling around the checkpoints during the years, you should absolutely sign up as a checkpoint organizer. If you have an organization or a group of friends and enthusiasm, sign up your checkpoint using the link below by the 25^th of April.

https://lomake.ayy.fi/teekkarijaosto/hullu-jussi-2017-rastit-crazy-john-2017-checkpoints/

You should come along if only for the awesome rewards! There are awesome Wappu-baskets for the best team and best checkpoint, along with bus rides to Ullanlinnanmäki on the 1^st of May. The best checkpoint organizers will also receive a free sauna rental in one of AYY’s saunas during the year, in the summer or in the fall.

The best team and best checkpoint will be announced from the Smökki roof during the Wappurieha declaration on the 30^th of April!

To keep the party from stopping when Crazy John concludes, the PELMU Wappu festival at Smökki will keep rocking late until the morning.

*****

TL;DR:

WHAT: Crazy John
WHERE: Around Otaniemi
WHEN: 29^th April at about 22:00–1:00, after the freshman speksi and the opening ceremony
SIGNUP FOR CHECKPOINT ORGANIZERS: Until the 25^th of April at https://lomake.ayy.fi/teekkarijaosto/hullu-jussi-2017-rastit-crazy-john-2017-checkpoints/
WHAT ELSE: Awesome rewards!

 

12. Strong Songs Sauna @ Wappu Arena, the 25th of April at 18:00

Drinking songs echo at the Wappu Arena!

You are welcome to freshen your mind, body and memory regarding drinking songs at the Strong Songs sauna organized by the Lukkari Committee!

The singing starts at 18:00, and the sauna will stay warm long into the night.

The program for the evening consists of traditional and new drinking songs, and will culminate in the schnapps-themed lyrics competition, where the eccentric panel of judges richly rewards their favorite composer!

Come enjoy the songs, the sauna and the refreshments after a long game of Spring Kyykkä, for example!

The event is free of charge and refreshments and snacks can be purchased at the site.

 

13. Wappuvaihto su 23.4.2017

Wappu is coming once again. The traditional events, Wappu sitsit and all that stuff, all that jam, but ah, it’s always the same. The feeling that some change, maybe even an exchangeship, would freshen you up, is familiar to both freshmen and seniors alike.

If this sounds familiar, then the Wappu exchange might be the thing for you! Why be content with the Otaniemi Wappu, when you can see how it’s done elsewhere? So, join our exchange to see the Tampere Teekkariwappu on Sunday, the 23^rd of April!

The merry bus ride to Hervanta leaves from Otaniemi at 11:00. At Hervanta, there will be a Wappuradio LIVE concert on the front lawn of TTY and the Academic Beer Pong World Championships at Bommari, with afterparties. You need not figure out a place to stay, though, since you can hop back on the bus and be safe and sound back at Otaniemi by 03:00 AM, with the bus leaving at 01:00 AM from Tampere.

Please note that you can sign up for the Beer Pong Tournament separately as the signup opens at 12:00 on the 17^th of April, but participating in the Wappu Exchange does not automatically get you signed up for the tournament!

The price for the entire exchange is 10€ per person, with the bus trip from Otaniemi to Hervanta and back. The 50 spots go to the fastest signups, which opens on Tuesday, the 4^th of April at 13:00 at https://lomake.ayy.fi/teekkarijaosto/wappuvaihto/.
Adacemic Engineers and Architects in Finland, more broadly known as TEK, encourages interaction between teekkari communities and is supporting the Wappu Exchange. Contact the teekkari sector correspondents Tyko Viertiö or Jonne Itäpuro if you have any questions.

 

14. Kyykkä Tournament on the 25^th of April at 14:00

Why go to Tampere in the middle of the winter to practice some kyykkä, when you can throw skittles with the best of them in the wonderful, beautiful Otaniemi during spring? Gather a team and participate in the Wappu week kyykkä tournament on Tuesday, the 25^th of April at 14:00.

The tournament is open for the first 12 teams that sign up and is played in groups, after which there will be the semifinals followed by the final. A team can fit four players, and gender, stage-of-teekkarihat-raggedness or the color of your overalls hold no stake in this competition. The winners of the tournament will be richly rewarded with prizes that will be announced later!

Because there’s no need to reinvent the wheel, we will use the Academic Kyykkä World Championship rules, which can be found at http://kyykka.fi/säännöt

The signup opens on the 5^th of April at 12:00 and closes on the 20^th of April at 23:45 at https://lomake.ayy.fi/teekkarijaosto/kevatkyykka-2017-spring-skittles-2017/.

After the tournament, there is a great opportunity to continue the evening with the Strong Songs Sauna organized by the Lukkari Committee Lutku at the Alvari Square Wappu Arena!

WHAT: The Spring Otaniemi Kyykkä tournament!
WHERE: Alvari Square in Otaniemi!
WHEN: Tuesday, the 25^th of April, starting at 14:00
WHY: Kyykkä!
More info and answers to questions from Teekkari Culture correspondents Tyko Viertiö and Johanna Kuronen (etunimi.sukunimi@ayy.fi)

 

15. Sitsi competition on Saturday, the 22nd of April at 13–17 @ Alvari Square

The sitsi competition is coming again to gather all the merry Wappu people to party at the Alvari square! Gather your posse, figure out a fun sitsi theme, pack your food along with tables & chairs and hop to Alvari Square on Saturday, the 22^nd of April to sitsi with us at 13:00!

The sitsi competition has traditionally seen the most spectacular and imaginatively themed sitsit and creative assemblies both in costumes, songs and food! The most original and inventive teams will be rewarded on the Wappu eve on the 30^th of April at the Wappurieha kick off!

Sign up your team at http://lomake.ayy.fi/teekkarijaosto/sitsikisat_2017/ by the 20^th of April!

 

16. Äpy Gala on the 21^st of April 2017

Dear friends! The shiniest star in the culture magazine skyline, the Wappu magazine Äpy, will be published at the Äpy Gala on the 21^st of April. At the gala, you can get answers to questions such as “What is the 2017 Äpy concept?” or “Who is chief editor Laulikki Äpy?” In addition, there will be spectacular program gems, special effects and drinks to slake the parched tongue. Äpy salespersons start the gala party at the VIP cocktails in front of the Aalto hall at 18:00 sharp!

In short
What: The publishing party of the best Äpy magazine of the year + salesperson cocktail party
Where: Aalto-Sali, Otakaari 1
When: Friday, 21^st of April, 19:00 (salesperson cocktails at 18:00)
FB: https://www.facebook.com/events/1426413620761409/

 

17. Human vs Zombies in Otaniemi on the 4^th and 5^th of May

Apocalypse!

The zombie virus is spreading! Does humanity have any chance against the ever-growing zombie horde? This year, the virus emerges from the labs of the rich elite. “They” created it to make people their brain dead slaves who work endlessly and contaminate more humans. Can the humans prevent this vicious plan or will the world turn into a giant factory to create more capital for the rich?

Humans vs. Zombies is a moderated game of tag where zombie players try to spread the infection by tagging human players. Team work is the key to success, so meeting new people is guaranteed. The game is completely free of charge and happens in Otaniemi 24/7 on the 4^th and 5^th of May. The main tasks take place in the evening, so don’t worry.

More information at the FB event https://www.facebook.com/events/1099197960185814/

Signup at https://lomake.ayy.fi/aava/human-vs-zombies-spring-2017/

Join the game, invite also your friends and let’s ruin the plans of the mysterious elite!

 

18. 95^th Anniversary Concert of the Polytech Orchestra takes you on a symphonic journey into the wild!

The Polytech Orchestra, the oldest student symphony orchestra in Finland, turns 95 years and gives a jubilee concert which is a real Carnival of the Animals! The opening number is the charmingly humming orchestral suite Wasps by Vaughan Williams. The following piece is the famous Rhapsody in Blue by Gershwin. Whitacre’s Equus, describing a herd of horses, represents newer animal music. The journey ends at Swan Lake, where the orchestra plays movements from the beloved ballet of Tchaikovsky.

Program
Ralph Vaughan Williams: The Wasps
George Gershwin: Rhapsody in Blue, piano soloist Marko Hilpo
Eric Whitacre: Equus
Pjotr Tchaikovsky: Swan Lake
conducted by Eero Lehtimäki

Tickets: 50/25/15/12/8 € (VIP ticket (with very good seats and sparkling wine)/benefactor ticket/adults/pensioners/students). People at least 95 years of age free of charge. A group discount of 10% is provided for group orders with at least 10 tickets with the code ALE10 at the online ticket shop.

Tickets available at www.polyteknikkojenorkesteri.fi, from the players and at the concert hall door one hour before the concert.

Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1846196178968297/

 

19. Join the Tyttösitsi committee!

Are you interested in organizing events with a fun gang? Join the Tyttösitsi committee! We need active and energetic helpers in organizing the Tyttösitsit (“All-girl sitsit”) in the autumn. Tyttösitsit are the largest sitsit organized for women, and they are traditionally held around October or November.

By joining the committee, you will get valuable experience in organizing large events and make new friends outside your own guild. You can take part in various activities depending on your own interests and schedule, including planning and making e.g. the decorations, menu and program and the procurement of sponsors. We also organize our own events for the committee!

If you are interested, sign up by the 31^st of March by emailing us at johtokunta@teekkaritytot.fi!

WHAT: The Tyttösitsi committee – let’s organize the most magnificent sitsit of the autumn!

WHY: Make new friends by doing things together!

 

 

20. PUS-Basket’s 2^nd team is looking for new players

PUS-Basket’s men’s 2^nd team, PUSsycats, plays in the 5^th division. We hold our practices at the Otahalli multipurpose center until the end of April on Thursdays 22:00–23:00 and on Sundays 13:00–15:00. If you want to practice with us and apply for the team for the next season, contact us via email at pusbasket@list.ayy.fi.

 

21. Introduction to taiji 18.4.2017

Hiipivät lohikäärmeet will organize an introduction to taiji after Easter on Tuesday 18.4.2017 in Otaniemi at Multi-Facility Hall, Jämeräntaival 3A at 15.15-16.45. Taiji is a traditional Chinese martial art for self defence, but nowadays it is usually practiced as a health excercise.

Welcome to experience a new way to move!

 

22. AALLONHUIPUT & TEK DOCJAM

Aalto University Doctoral Student Association (Aallonhuiput ry) and Academic Engineers and Architects in Finland (TEK) are bringing together companies and the scientific minds of doctoral students and freshly graduated doctors in AALLONHUIPUT & TEK DOCJAM. The idea is to show companies that the knowledge and expertise of doctoral students can be used to solve problems in a fresh and innovative way, as well as to show the doctoral students what kind of challenges companies face in ever increasing competition.

In the event, doctoral students are invited to show off their skills and put them to test against challenging problems provided by the participating companies. Companies are challenged to define a problem related to technology, business or arts, after which multidisciplinary groups of doctoral students brainstorm to solve them in this workshop.

Later in the evening, participants are invited to join Aallonhuiput & TEK for a relaxed evening of free discussion and food.

https://www.aallonhuiput.fi/docjam/

https://www.facebook.com/events/322981868085336/

 

23. Workshops to help with stress management

Tired? Overworked? Come and join our workshops, where we increase the skill to recognize indicators of stress and get acquainted with stress management skills.

Tietoinen läsnäolo ja stressi (Conscious presence and stress), Monday 8^th of May 2017, 13-16, Otakaari 1, Majakka (M140), the workshop is held in Finnish, signups opintopsykologi@aalto.fi, info https://into.aalto.fi/pages/viewpage.action?pageId=24327758

Mindful approach to stress, Friday May 12th 2017 at 9-12, Otakaari 1, Majakka (M140), in English. Sign up by e-mail opintopsykologi@aalto.fi, more information https://into.aalto.fi/display/enopintopsykologi/Mindful+approach+to+stress

 

The hallmark of spring and the coming summer are the geese that have landed in Alvari Square – I suggest you steer clear of them, like geese everywhere! Other, probably more important news you can read below.

NB! NB! Due to the Easter holidays, the next weekly newsletter will come out on Tuesday 18^th of April. To get your news translated, you must send your pieces by the previous week’s WEDNESDAY, meaning April 12^th!

The Swedish newsletter will be unavailable for one week as well, so you must get by in Finnish or English.

The association information can be found in the association newsletter. Read it at /yhdistystiedote

 

1. AYY’s new apartments in Jätkäsaari – Applications are open now!
2. AYY 7^th Annual Celebration, April 20th 2017
3. AYY’s Art Collection: Open call for submissions!
4. Apply for AYY Scholarships!
5. Preparations for the Representative Council Elections begin!
6. AYY is Searching for a Maintenance Worker
7. The best start to the summer: Aalto Open Air!
8. Wappu.fi is open – and this year also Whappu!
9. OtaWappu 2017
10. Wappu is coming, and so is Hullu Jussi!
11. Strong Songs Sauna @ Wappu Arena, the 25^th of April at 18:00
12. Wappu Exchange on Sunday, the 23^rd of April 2017
13. Kyykkä Tournament on the 25th of April at 14:00
14. Sitsi competition on Saturday, the 22^nd of April at 13–17 @ Alvari Square
15. ESN Aalto Sports Sitsit
16. Äpy-Gaala 21.4.2017
17. Human vs Zombies Otaniemi 4.-7.5.
18. 95^th Anniversary Concert of the Polytech Orchestra takes you on a symphonic journey into the wild!
19. New pole dance choreo class starting at Otanko!
20. Into the FOODture 11.4.2017 : Future of food and sustainability”
21. FSHS: Add your information to Self so you won’t miss out on your Sätky health survey!
22. Sign up your Event to the Aalto Festival

 

 

Week 15

10.4. Teekkarispeksi 2017: Viimeinen sinfonia

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11.4. Teekkarispeksi 2017: Viimeinen sinfonia

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13.4. Rainbow sitsit

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14.4. Silent Music: UMO & KYN

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Week 16

19.4. Aalto Open Air

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19.4. Ristin kilta: Lapland trip afterski

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21.4. TRIP Navigation course final exams and exam afterparty

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22.4. Sitsi competition

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22.4. Polytechnical Orchestra 95^th anniversary concert

/blog/events/polyteknikkojen-orkesterin-95-vuotisjuhlakonsertti/

 

1. AYY’s new apartments in Jätkäsaari – Applications are open now!

The Atlantinkatu building will be complete with 122 apartments, most of which are one room apartments. The construction will be finished in August and the apartments will be ready for moving in on the 1^st of September 2017.

The Jätkäsaari building is not only a new development target, but due to its location it’s a totally new type of building for AYY. Because of this, the application process for these apartments has been revised. The queue spots will be drawn by lot between the applications sent during the allocated time. The lots will be drawn between point groups. After May, the applications for the building will continue according to the normal queue system.

As stated by the AYY Board, all AYY members are being given an equal opportunity to apply for the Jätkäsaari apartments, so all applicants will receive the point for location regardless of their study campus. In addition, the application process will be using a lottery system to guarantee equality between all applicants.

Read more about the point system for the Jätkäsaari apartment applications from this link:

/asuminen/asunnonhakijat/hakuinfo/jatkasaaren-asunnot/

See the apartments and apply on Domo NOW! https://domo.ayy.fi

2. AYY 7^th Annual Celebration, April 20th 2017

 

The 7th annual celebration dinner of the Aalto University Student Union (AYY) takes place on the 20^th of May 2017. We welcome all members to participate in the celebrations. This year, the party will kick off with a cocktail party at Otakaari 1 at 15:00. The celebration dinner proper will be held at the restaurant Caruzello, situated at the Linnanmäki amusement park, starting at 18:00. The dinner will consist of a sumptuous three-course meal and excellent program. The afterparty and sillis locations will be announced later.

The cost of the annual celebration is 80€ for members of AYY and 100€ for others. The signup for invited guests opens on the 11^th of April and for others on the 18^th of April 2017. The signup closes on the 2^nd of May. There are a total of 250 seats at the annual celebration dinner.

Dress code at the party will be evening dress with academic honors.

More info:
www.vuosijuhlat.fi
www.facebook.com/events/1866988743517378/

 

3. AYY’s Art Collection: Open call for submissions!

 

Ayy is starting an art collection of works from its members. The works can be submitted by students from any Aalto discipline or school. A jury will then decide which artwork to include in the collection by early May, and the artwork(s) will be announced at the AYY’s annual ball on May the 20^th.

The genre for 2017 is traditional painting.

Submit the art and details of work by April 23^rd at 23:59 at:

http://lomake.ayy.fi/taide/art-collection-submit-form

For further questions please contact Katariina Helin, a member of the board at ayy, responsible of artistic activities. katariina.helin@ayy.fi / +358 50 520 9447

 

4. Apply for AYY Scholarships!

 

AYY is awarding exchange, community and study scholarships to support the internationalization of students, active community activities and the successful combining of studies and student life.

Apply for scholarships from the 29^th of March, 12:00, until the 19^th of April, 23:59.

More info on scholarships and application form at:  /jasenille/palvelut/stipendit/

 

5. Preparations for the Representative Council Elections begin!

Are you planning on being a candidate in the upcoming Representative Council elections this fall? Planning on building a new electoral alliance or joining an established one? AYY offers electoral alliances support and resources already during the spring in anticipation of the elections. We ask you to name a campaign manager to act as a contact person, and to send us their contact info to ayye-pjt@list.ayy.fi.

Alliances will receive, in addition to mental support for preparing for the elections, their own page on the AYY Representative Council elections webpages, support to formulate an election plan and an opportunity to order posters and other campaign material with AYY paying for them, according to the budget allocated to it. The details of the offered services will be discussed with the campaign managers, who can affect the outcome.

Deadlines will mainly be set together. Contact us, we’d be happy to give more info!

6. AYY is Searching for a Maintenance Worker

 

AYY has facilities for single-rent purposes, especially in Otaniemi, like saunas and clubrooms, which require regular maintenance due to their frequent use. AYY is now hiring a maintenance worker, who will primarily take care that the facilities are well maintained. The tasks include maintenance checks for AYY facilities, stocking up on supplies, ordering maintenance and cleaning services and key wardenship.

The job is permanent and full-time, and does not include on-call duty. Work starts as soon as a suitable person is found. The person chosen for the task can apply for apartments under the Student Union’s control.

Find out more and apply by April 20^th!

/ylioppilaskunta/avoimet-tyopaikat/ayy-hakee-kiinteistonhoitajaa/

 

7. The best start to the summer: Aalto Open Air!

This year, the spring starts bigger than ever as Aalto Open Air takes over the campus area! Take all your friends with you and make your way to the Alvari Square on April 19^th!

At Alvari Square, you’ll find two stages where bands keep the atmosphere up. Performers include: Don Johnson Big Band, Boston Promenade, Toot Toot and the fantastic main artist: RUUDOLF & KARRI KOIRA! You can also enjoy different festival events, food trucks and pop-up events offered by Aalto Festival.

So, give Wappu a head start and come enjoy the spring!

To make sure that the party won’t stop, there will be an afterparty at Täffä starting at 22:00!

The event will be organised by AYY, Aalto-university, Aava and April Jazz.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/722121711301800/
Afterparty: https://www.facebook.com/events/621080491418722/

 

8. Wappu.fi is open – and this year also Whappu!

 

It is here – the app for student Wappu. This year, Wappu will be an awesome experience, thanks to the Whappu-app, developed by students and Futurice. Talk with other Wappu revelers, keep track of the hottest events, spread the Wappu cheer and compete with your association for an awesome prize! Check out the video and install Whappu at http://wappu.futurice.com and enjoy an unforgettable Wappu 2017! https://vimeo.com/211720467/3536614173

Want your associations’ event to be in the Whappu application? Add it at www.wappu.fi. Events can also be edited with a link, sent by email. The event information will be updated to webpages and the app with a short delay.

Raising the Wappu spirit, 30^th Jäynä competition & Futurice

 

9. OtaWappu 2017

 

Wappu is coming, and along with it, the AYY Wappu party!! Are you ready?

The party blasts off in Otaniemi and takes over the Otahalli hall on Wappu eve, on the 30^th of April! At OtaWappu, the Wappu spirit is high and the party will be sure to be rocking! The traditional Wappu festivities will be mixed up by Hausmylly tribute and Spekti on the main stage, in addition to DJs and other entertainment making sure the place is really popping. The party will culminate at midnight when everyone dons their teekkari hats in great company; whether your hat has a bobble or not!

More info on the event on Facebook or on the webpages:

https://www.facebook.com/events/1136348819844984/

http://ota.wappu.fi

 

10. Wappu is coming, and so is Hullu Jussi!

 

On the 29^th of April, as the sun sets over the Freshman Peijaiset, Otaniemi will be filled with captivating Mayday action, as teams rush to crazier and crazier checkpoints and compete for the title of The Craziest Team™!

So gather a 4-10-person team and claim your spot in this awesome adventure around Otaniemi. You don’t need to know your team composition beforehand; you can get your score sheet on the competition date when the starting pistol goes off at the Alvari Square. In this competition, being spontaneous is the key, along with a keen Wappu spirit!

If you feel you’ve done enough trawling around the checkpoints during the years, you should absolutely sign up as a checkpoint organizer. If you have an organization or a group of friends and enthusiasm, sign up your checkpoint using the link below by the 25^th of April.

https://lomake.ayy.fi/teekkarijaosto/hullu-jussi-2017-rastit-crazy-john-2017-checkpoints/

You should come along if only for the awesome rewards! There are awesome Wappu-baskets for the best team and best checkpoint, along with bus rides to Ullanlinnanmäki on the 1^st of May. The best checkpoint organizers will also receive a free sauna rental in one of AYY’s saunas during the year, in the summer or in the fall.

The best team and best checkpoint will be announced from the Smökki roof during the Wappurieha declaration on the 30^th of April!

To keep the party from stopping when Hullu Jussi concludes, the PELMU Wappu festival at Smökki will keep rocking late until the morning.

*****

TL;DR:

WHAT: Hullu Jussi
WHERE: Around Otaniemi
WHEN: 29^th April at about 22:00–1:00, after the freshman speksi and the opening ceremony
SIGNUP FOR CHECKPOINT ORGANIZERS: Until the 25^th of April at https://lomake.ayy.fi/teekkarijaosto/hullu-jussi-2017-rastit-crazy-john-2017-checkpoints/
WHAT ELSE: Awesome rewards!

 

11. Strong Songs Sauna @ Wappu Arena, the 25^th of April at 18:00

Drinking songs echo at the Wappu Arena!

You are welcome to freshen your mind, body and memory regarding drinking songs at the Strong Songs sauna organized by the Lukkari Committee!

The singing starts at 18:00, and the sauna will stay warm long into the night.

The program for the evening consists of traditional and new drinking songs, and will culminate in the schnapps-themed lyrics competition, where the eccentric panel of judges richly rewards their favorite composer!

Come enjoy the songs, the sauna and the refreshments after a long game of Spring Kyykkä, for example!

The event is free of charge and refreshments and snacks can be purchased at the site.

 

12. Wappu Exchange on Sunday, the 23^rd of April 2017

 

Wappu is coming once again. The traditional events, Wappu sitsit and all that stuff, all that jam, but ah, it’s always the same. The feeling that some change, maybe even an exchangeship, would freshen you up, is familiar to both freshmen and seniors alike.

If this sounds familiar, then the Wappu exchange might be the thing for you! Why be content with the Otaniemi Wappu, when you can see how it’s done elsewhere? So, join our exchange to see the Tampere Teekkariwappu on Sunday, the 23^rd of April!

The merry bus ride to Hervanta leaves from Otaniemi at 11:00. At Hervanta, there will be a Wappuradio LIVE concert on the front lawn of TTY and the Academic Beer Pong World Championships at Bommari, with afterparties. You need not figure out a place to stay, though, since you can hop back on the bus and be safe and sound back at Otaniemi by 03:00 AM, with the bus leaving at 01:00 AM from Tampere.

Please note that you can sign up for the Beer Pong Tournament separately as the signup opens at 12:00 on the 17^th of April, but participating in the Wappu Exchange does not automatically get you signed up for the tournament!

The price for the entire exchange is 10€ per person, with the bus trip from Otaniemi to Hervanta and back. The 50 spots go to the fastest signups, which opens on Tuesday, the 4^th of April at 13:00 at https://lomake.ayy.fi/teekkarijaosto/wappuvaihto/.
Adacemic Engineers and Architects in Finland, more broadly known as TEK, encourages interaction between teekkari communities and is supporting the Wappu Exchange. Contact the teekkari sector correspondents Tyko Viertiö or Jonne Itäpuro if you have any questions.

 

13. Kyykkä Tournament on the 25th of April at 14:00

 

Why go to Tampere in the middle of the winter to practice some kyykkä, when you can throw skittles with the best of them in the wonderful, beautiful Otaniemi during spring? Gather a team and participate in the Wappu week kyykkä tournament on Tuesday, the 25^th of April at 14:00.

The tournament is open for the first 12 teams that sign up and is played in groups, after which there will be the semifinals followed by the final. A team can fit four players, and gender, stage-of-teekkarihat-raggedness or the color of your overalls hold no stake in this competition. The winners of the tournament will be richly rewarded with awards that will be announced later!

Because there’s no need to reinvent the wheel, we will use the Academic Kyykkä World Championship rules, which can be found at http://kyykka.fi/säännöt

The signup opens on the 5th of April at 12:00 and closes on the 20th of April at 23:45 at https://lomake.ayy.fi/teekkarijaosto/kevatkyykka-2017-spring-skittles-2017/.

After the tournament, there is a great opportunity to continue the evening with the Strong Songs Sauna organized by the Lukkari Committee Lutku at the Alvari Square Wappu Arena!

WHAT: The Spring Otaniemi Kyykkä tournament!
WHERE: Alvari Square in Otaniemi!
WHEN: Tuesday, the 25th of April, starting at 14.00
WHY: Kyykkä!
More info and answers to questions from Teekkari Culture correspondents Tyko Viertiö and Johanna Kuronen (etunimi.sukunimi@ayy.fi)

 

14. Sitsi competition on Saturday, the 22^nd of April at 13–17 @ Alvari Square

The sitsi competition is coming again to gather all the merry Wappu people to party at the Alvari square! Gather your posse, figure out a fun sitsi theme, pack your food along with tables & chairs and hop to Alvari Square on Saturday, the 22^nd of April to sitsi with us at 13:00!

The sitsi competition has traditionally seen the most spectacular and imaginatively themed sitsit and creative assemblies both in costumes, songs and food! The most original and inventive teams will be rewarded on the Wappu eve on the 30^th of April at the Wappurieha kick off!

Sign up your team at http://lomake.ayy.fi/teekkarijaosto/sitsikisat_2017/ by the 20^th of April!

 

15. ESN Aalto Sports Sitsit

 

How many kilos of drinks can you lift into your belly with a biceps curl? How fast of a singer are you? Will you finally obtain the six-pack you’ve dreamed of? Get ready and set for our “Sports Sitsit”!

You are warmly welcome to join us for the workout of a lifetime at our sitsit on Wednesday 12th of April from 6.00 pm on!

The registration for the event will be done in the main building lobby (Otakaari 1) this week on Tuesday 4th of April and on Wednesday 5th from 11 am to 1 pm on both days, if there are any spots left after Tuesday (we’ve usually sold out on the first day, so be early).

Event on FB for more info and updates: https://www.facebook.com/events/1664886087139499/

TL;DR
WHAT: ESN Aalto Sports Sitsit
WHEN: 12th of April 2017, cocktails kick off the event at 18:00, the sitsit begin at 18:30
WHERE: Smökki, (Jämeräntaival 4, Otaniemi)
COST: With ESNcard 15 € / 13 € alcohol/alcohol free, without ESNcard 17 € / 15 €
DRESS CODE: Sports

 

16. Äpy-Gaala 21.4.2017

 

Dear friends! The shiniest star in the culture magazine skyline, the Wappu magazine Äpy, will be published at the Äpy Gala on the 21^st of April. At the gala, you can get answers to questions such as “What is the 2017 Äpy concept?” or “Who is chief editor Laulikki Äpy?” In addition, there will be spectacular program gems, special effects and drinks to slake the parched tongue. Äpy salespersons start the gala party at the VIP cocktails in front of the Aalto hall at 18:00 sharp!

In short
What: The publishing party of the best Äpy magazine of the year + salesperson cocktail party
Where: Aalto-Sali, Otakaari 1
When: Friday, 21^st of April, 19:00 (salesperson cocktails at 18:00)
FB: https://www.facebook.com/events/1426413620761409/

 

17. Human vs Zombies Otaniemi 4.-7.5.

 

Apocalypse!

Zombie virus is spreading! Does humanity have any chance against the ever growing zombie horde? This year the virus emerges from the labs of the rich elite. “They” created it to make people their brain dead slaves who work endlessly and contaminate more humans. Can the humans prevent this vicious plan or will the world turn as a giant factory to create more capital to the rich?

Humans vs. Zombies is a moderated game of tag where zombie players try to spread the infection by tagging human players. Team work is the key to success, so meeting new people is guaranteed. Game is completely free of charge and happens in Otaniemi 24/7 on 4.-7.5. Main tasks are in the evening, so don’t worry.

More information in FB event https://www.facebook.com/events/1099197960185814/

Signup  https://lomake.ayy.fi/aava/human-vs-zombies-spring-2017/

Join the game, invite also your friends and let’s ruin the plans of the mysterious elite!

 

18. 95^th Anniversary Concert of the Polytech Orchestra takes you on a symphonic journey into the wild!

 

The Polytech Orchestra, the oldest student symphony orchestra in Finland, turns 95 years and gives a jubilee concert which is a real Carnival of the Animals! The opening number is the charmingly humming orchestral suite Wasps by Vaughan Williams. The following piece is the famous Rhapsody in Blue by Gershwin. Whitacre’s Equus describing a herd of horses represents newer animal music. The journey ends at Swan Lake, where the orchestra plays movements from the beloved ballet of Tchaikovsky.

Program

Ralph Vaughan Williams: The Wasps

George Gershwin: Rhapsody in Blue, piano soloist Marko Hilpo

Eric Whitacre: Equus

Pjotr Tchaikovsky: Swan Lake

conducted by Eero Lehtimäki

 

Tickets
50/25/15/12/8 € (VIP ticket (with very good seats and sparkling wine)/ benefactor ticket/ adults/ pensioners/ students) People at least 95 years of age free of charge.
A group discount  of 10% is provided for group orders with at least 10 tickets with the code ALE10 in online ticket shop.

Tickets available at www.polyteknikkojenorkesteri.fi, from the players and at the concert hall door one hour before the concert.

Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1846196178968297/

 

19. New pole dance choreo class starting at Otanko!

 

Want to dance and train your body strength at the same time? Otanko’s new beginner level choreo class will start to run on Sundays! Only skills needed are the very simplest spins. They can be learnt on our beginner level technique classes. If you feel like dancing check out our website www.otanko.ayy.fi for more details. It isn’t too late to get fit for the summer and have some fun doing it!

 

20. Into the FOODture 11.4.2017 : Future of food and sustainability”

 

April 11, 2017, 16.00 – 19.00, Aalto Design Factory

Aalto Sustainable Business Club and CEMS Club Helsinki present “Into the FOODture”, a social event for anyone interested in sustainability and the future of foods. The event will feature a panel discussion with EntoCube, Restaurant Loop, Helsieni and ResQ Club focusing on the stories of most innovative food entrepreneurs in Helsinki. We will then continue with tasting some futuristic and innovative food as well as networking and chill. The event is free to attend but requires registration.

More information and registration on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/1794582297524951/

 

21. FSHS: Add your information to Self so you won’t miss out on your Sätky health survey!

 

The first wave of electronic health surveys to students, called Sätky, is now being sent by FSHS. Based on the survey, a part of the students will be invited for a health check-up.

The survey is being sent through the Self service, and you will receive a notification when it arrives if you have uploaded your contact info into Self.

So, in order for the survey to reach you, it is important that you go online straight away and ensure that you receive your survey by adding your contact info on the Self service. At the same time, you can choose if you want the notification via SMS or email.

Read more about the electronic health survey.

Read more about Self.

 

22. Sign up your Event to the Aalto Festival

 

Aalto Festival 2017 showcases the know-how of Aalto University students, alumni, teachers and researchers from the 2^nd until the 31^st of May in many places in the Helsinki metropolitan area.

Events by student associations and groups are also welcome. We offer event visibility as a part of the festival marketing through webpages, FB pages and other social media channels, the mobile app, web and print adverts, city visibility and of course marketing on campuses.

Sign up your event taking place in May – exhibitions, seminars, parties etc. – through this link.

The webpages will be opened by the 12^th of April, and the mobile app will be launched at AYY’s Aalto Open Air event on the 19^th of April. We are constantly updating our webpages, so you can still join in!

More info: Coordinator Eeva Mäkinen, eeva.makinen@aalto.fi, 050 367 6425

 

April is here again, along with all the hustle and bustle of May Day – or Wappu. This time, the newsletter has a plentiful May Day extra filled with awesome events, so be sure to mark them in your calendars!

The association information can be found in the association newsletter. Read it at /yhdistystiedote

 

1. International student – participate in AYY’s survey and help develop health care services and health insurances!
2. Apply for AYY Scholarships!
3. New AYY Student housing in Jätkäsaari – Applications open on the 10th of April
4. AYY apartments open to all students
5. AYY 7th Annual Celebration on the 20th of May 2017
6. AYY Branding presents: Crash Course to Branding 10.4.
7. Answer the AYY survey about global competences
8. Spring’s grand opening: Aalto Open Air!
9. Preparation for the Representative Council Elections begins!
10. Submit your event on Aalto Festival
11. Workshops to help with stress management
12. Group activities at FSHS
13. Maisteriopiskelija, hae mukaan aalto-yliopiston mentorointiohjelmaan!
14. Spend a Day with a Leader
15. Aalto in the Game 2017
16. Tuesday 4.4. klo 15-17 Otaniemi Easter Egg Hunt
17. Volunteers for the Aalto Open Air and Open Air afterparty!
18. Polirytmi New People’s Night 6^th of April
19. OtaWappu 2017
20. Join the Jäynä Finals on the 21^st of April!
21. Sitsi competition on Saturday, the 22^nd of April at 13–17 @ Alvari Square
22. Strong Songs Sauna @ Wappu Arena, the 25^th of April at 18:00
23. ESN Aalto Sports Sitsit
24. Wappu Exchange on Sunday, the 23^rd of April 2017
25. Kyykkä Tournament on the 25th of April at 14:00
26. Teekkari Section Overall Patch Sale on the 19^th of April
27. Volunteer to work for the Wappu Party 2017

 

Week 14

3.4. Teekkarispeksi 2017: Viimeinen sinfonia

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4.4. Teekkarispeksi 2017: Viimeinen sinfonia

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5.4. Ristin kilta: Game night

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6.4. Entropy DJ-training

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6.4. Entropy VJ-training

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8.4. Entropy lighting technology training

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9.4. Teekkarispeksi 2017: Viimeinen sinfonia ALUMNI EVENING

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Week 15

10.4. Teekkarispeksi 2017: Viimeinen sinfonia

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11.4. Teekkarispeksi 2017: Viimeinen sinfonia

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13.4. Rainbow sitsit

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14.4. Silent Music: UMO & KYN

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1. International student – participate in AYY’s survey and help develop health care services and health insurances!

AYY is conducting a survey for the international students of Aalto University and the University of Helsinki on the use of healthcare services and health insurances in Finland. Your input is extremely important for the success of the survey. The results will be used both domestically and on the municipal level to influence different service providers to better take into account the needs of international students and to improve communication channels for international students. The health insurance recommended by Finnish authorities for non-EU/EEA students will be competitively re-tendered by a national agency this year, and it is important that the students’ experiences on the insurances are considered in the competitive tendering process.

Filling out the survey takes about 15 minutes and many prices (e.g. gift cards) will be drawn between the participants. The survey is open until 7.4.2017. All information is handled confidentially and the results will be reported anonymously. The study is conducted by the Research foundation for studies and education, Otus.

More information and the link to the survey: /blog/2017/03/15/international-student-participate-in-the-survey-and-help-develop-health-care-services-and-health-insurances/

 

2. Apply for AYY Scholarships!

AYY is distributing exchange, community and study scholarships this spring to support the internationalization of students, support community activities and encourage the successful combination of studies and student life.

The spring application period for the scholarships is from Wednesday 29^th March, 12:00, to Wednesday 19^th April, 23:59.

More information: /en/students/services/scholarships/

 

3. New AYY Student housing in Jätkäsaari – Applications open on the 10th of April

The completed Atlantinkatu 7 building will have a total of 122 apartments, most of which are one-room apartments.  The building project will be completed during August, and the apartments will be ready for moving in on the 1^st of September 2017.

The applications for the Atlantinkatu apartments open in Domo on Monday 10^th of April 2017 and closes on Wednesday 31^st of May 2017. The queue spots will be drawn by lot between the applications sent during the allocated time. The lots will be drawn between point groups. After May, the applications for the building will continue according to the normal queue system.

Read more about the point system for the Jätkäsaari apartment applications from this link: /en/housing/apartment-seekers/how-to-apply-for-housing/jatkasaari-apartments/

 

4. AYY apartments open to all students

Since the teaching at Aalto University is focusing more and more on the Otaniemi campus, there are not enough AYY members with a right of residence applying for our apartments in East Helsinki. That is why AYY is now making some of its apartment groups in East Helsinki open to all students, regardless of their place of study.

There are a limited number of apartments, so act fast and tell your friends about them. More information can be found in this announcement: /en/blog/2017/03/23/ayy-apartments-open-to-all-students/

5. AYY 7th Annual Celebration on the 20th of May 2017

The 7th annual celebration dinner of the Aalto University Student Union (AYY) takes place on the 20^th of May 2017. We welcome all members to participate in the celebrations. This year the party will kick off with a cocktail party at Otakaari 1 at 15:00. The celebration dinner proper will be held at the restaurant Caruzello, situated at the Linnanmäki amusement park, starting at 18:00. The dinner will consist of a sumptuous three-course meal and excellent program. The afterparty and sillis locations will be announced later.

The cost of the annual celebration is 80€ for members of AYY and 100€ for others. The signup for invited guests opens on the 11^th of April and for others on the 18^th of April 2017. The signup closes on the 2^nd of May. There are a total of 250 seats at the annual celebration dinner.

Dress code at the party will be evening dress with academic honors.

More info:
www.vuosijuhlat.fi
www.facebook.com/events/1866988743517378/

6. AYY Branding presents: Crash Course to Branding 10.4.

FB-event: https://www.facebook.com/events/200609730432953/

Register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/16qhUYgEGq–8ZG8yEzVYbmzhiCHFZpk6-eXe7bt5Uik/viewform

What on earth is this branding that everyone is talking about? How on earth does a brand affect the community’s operations and what does a brand actually contain? And, above all, how on earth are brands created, renewed and managed?

AYY, along with Futurice and Aalto Marketing Society, the student organization for marketing students, will answer all these questions during the big branding day held on April the 10^th. Has your association lost sight of its purpose? Does your association look a bit scruffy? Is a new brand an all-encompassing solution to all of your problems? Are you interested in branding in general?

We will go through various interesting brand cases during the day and give you advice on how YOU can improve your association’s/company’s/your own brand. You will also learn how AYY’s brand is going to change this year and can influence the building of AYY‘s brand!

More information will follow soon, save the date!

Remember to also answer the brand survey here:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeiSZPVlRQqTYAFbT35bAwry85URNAj1tvVsp4wbNxMoBAGNA/viewform

If you are interested in following the branding work in the future as well, we have a regularly updated blog on how things are progressing. First posting can be found here: /blogi/2017/03/23/ayy-branding-1-0/

 

7. Answer the AYY survey about global competences

Answer the short AYY survey (max 5 mins) about global competences as a part of your studies.

How have your studies supported your intercultural communication skills? What is their significance to your future? AYY and Aalto are developing a joint project, the aim of which is to bring international competences into curriculum planning, learning goals and results in a more structured manner – and we need your help! https://www.webropolsurveys.com/Answer/SurveyParticipation.aspx?SDID=Fin1287070&SID=d5c3e639-d2e6-4acf-ba99-83b7fbc85a19&dy=1092008369

 

8. Spring’s grand opening: Aalto Open Air!

This year, the spring starts bigger than ever as Aalto Open Air takes over the campus area! Take all your friends with you and make your way to the Alvari Square on April 19^th!

At Alvari Square, you’ll find two stages where bands keep the atmosphere up. Performers include: Don Johnson Big Band, Boston Promenade, Toot Toot and the fantastic main artist: RUUDOLF & KARRI KOIRA! You can also enjoy different festival events, food trucks and pop-up events offered by Aalto Festival.

So, give Wappu a head start and come enjoy the spring!

To make sure that the party won’t stop, there will be an afterparty at Täffä starting at 22:00!

The event will be organised by AYY, Aalto-university, Aava and April Jazz.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/722121711301800/
Afterparty: https://www.facebook.com/events/621080491418722/

 

9. Preparation for the Representative Council Elections begins!

Are you planning on being a candidate in the upcoming Representative Council elections this fall? Planning on building a new electoral alliance or joining an established one? AYY offers electoral alliances support and resources already during the spring in anticipation of the elections. We ask you to name a campaign manager to act as a contact person, and to send us their contact info to ayye-pjt@list.ayy.fi.

Alliances will receive, in addition to mental support for preparing for the elections, their own page on the AYY Representative Council elections webpages, support to formulate an election plan and an opportunity to order posters and other campaign material with AYY paying for them, according to the budget allocated to it. The details of the offered services will be discussed with the campaign managers, who can affect the outcome. Deadlines will mainly be set together. Contact us, we’d be happy to give more info!

10. Submit your event on Aalto Festival

Aalto Festival is here again! Each year we celebrate the hard work of our students and faculty throughout the month of May.
This is an open call for all events taking place in May, whether it’s a seminar, lecture, gala, demo day, exhibition. Let us know about it and register here to be included in the programme. All events organised by students are welcome!

By submitting your event, you will be included on the Aalto Festival webpage, in the mobile app, social media and other festival marketing. We’ll open the website in April, and the festival kick-off is on AYY’s Aalto Open Air event on 19 April in Otaniemi.

For more information, contact Coordinator Eeva Mäkinen, eeva.makinen@aalto.fi, 050 367 6425

 

11. Workshops to help with stress management

Tired? Overworked? Come and join our workshops, where we increase the skill to recognize indicators of stress and get acquainted with stress management skills.

Take Care – Pidä huolta Workshop, tools for stress management – resources for studies, Wednesday 12^th of April 2017 from 14-16 and Wednesday 19^th of April from 14-16 at Otakaari 1, Majakka (M140). The workshop is held in Finnish. More info and signups: opintopsykologi@aalto.fi

Tietoinen läsnäolo ja stressi (Conscious presence and stress), Monday 8^th of May 2017, 13-16, Otakaari 1, Majakka (M140), the workshop is held in Finnish, signups opintopsykologi@aalto.fi, info https://into.aalto.fi/pages/viewpage.action?pageId=24327758

Mindful approach to stress, Friday May 12th 2017 at 9-12, Otakaari 1, Majakka (M140), in English. Sign up by e-mail opintopsykologi@aalto.fi, more information https://into.aalto.fi/display/enopintopsykologi/Mindful+approach+to+stress

 

12. Group activities at FSHS

Are you interested in GROUP ACTIVITIES? FSHS’s Life Skills course will be held online from the 18^th of April until the 9^th of June 2017. Are you wondering how you could cope better with your studies and everyday life? How to find time to relax? How to identify your own resources? Or how do you want your everyday life to look like? Nyyti ry, FSHS and the Finnish Association for Mental Health are cooperating to organize an online Life Skills course. The course consists of a guided discussion forum and guided group chats. In order to participate in the course, you need to be willing to commit yourself to the group and have the resources to take part in the discussion every week on the forum and the chat group. By taking part in the discussion, you will get the most out of the group yourself and provide peer support for other group members. Apply for the Life Skills course at https://www.nyyti.fi/opiskelijoille/ryhmat/elamantaitokurssi-verkossa-2/

Also join the Lower Back course at FSHS’s unit in Töölö from the 20^th of March until the 10^th of April 2017, on Mondays from 14:15 to 15:30 (tot. 4×45 min). The course will teach you exercises that strengthen your abdominal muscles and support the control of your lower back. The goal of the course is to learn a home program. The Lower Back course is suitable as a preventive measure and good for people with mild symptoms. The course is free for students and will be held in Finnish. For binding registrations, contact a FSHS physiotherapist over the phone. You can book a telephone appointment by calling the number 046 710 1027. The physiotherapist will interview everyone applying for the course.

 

13. Maisteriopiskelija, hae mukaan aalto-yliopiston mentorointiohjelmaan!

Are you close to graduation but feel unsure about the future? Would you like to get support and guidance from a senior expert on how to face working life, especially in another culture, a chance to improve your job application skills and a unique possibility to build your network among a cross-disciplinary group of professionals?

Take a chance and apply as a mentee: http://alumninet.aalto.fi/mentoring

Application period 3.4.–3.5.

 

14. Spend a Day with a Leader

What does a leader do? What is leader’s most important skill? How did boss become boss? These and your many other questions could be answered to, when you get an opportunity to spend a day with a leader. Thousand Young Leaders is a campaign, which brings a thousand students and leaders together for a day. The campaign is nationwide and the campaign weeks are week 19 in May (8 -12 May) and week 46 in November (13  – 17 November). You can apply at tuhatnuortajohtaa.fi (in Finnish and Swedish) if you are a 17-24-year-old student. The dead line for applying for the spring is 12 April. Thousand Young Leaders campaign is organized by Chambers of Commerce, Junior Chambers International (JCI) Finland and YES network.

 

15. Aalto in the Game 2017

Aalto in the Game is a recruiting event for students and young experts fascinated by the game industry. Enjoy the Event in Design Factory with different sessions:

11 – 14:30 MEET THE EMPLOYERS AND ORGANIZATIONS OF THE FIELD

Games Jobs Finland / Barona IT, Remedy Entertainment, Visual Components Oy

Aalto Area: Aalto Career Services, Aalto University / Game Design and Production major

11 – 15 GAME DEMOZONE

Showing demos made by Aalto University students

12 – 15 CV CLINIC – RETOOL YOUR CV!

Book your 15 min CV consulting time at career-tech@aalto.fi

Aalto University Career Services / Advisors

15 – 17 GAMES NOW! LECTURE

The hottest topics and projects from the Game Industry Pros

SPEAKER: Mikko Toivanen, Tech Production Lead, Next Games

 

Enroll here: https://alumninet.aalto.fi/Portal/Public/Event/Apply.aspx?EventID=645

Find out more: fairs.aalto.fi/aaltointhegame

Event is brought to you by Aalto University, Advancement and Corporate Engagement, Career Services & ARTS / Game Design and Production major. Welcome!

 

16. Tuesday 4.4. klo 15-17 Otaniemi Easter Egg Hunt

How many Easter eggs can an Aalto student find in 3minutes? Come and find out! Otaniemi chapel, Jämeräntaival 8.

Every 15 minutes new eggs are hidden and fresh eyes may search them. Eggs you find are yours to keep! Reserve a hunting time for your team of 2-6 persons from this doodle link. Note that there is room only for one team every 15 minutes, so be fast to register!

http://doodle.com/poll/3ti9eg3gkzquzn7p2cepftep/admin#table

You may also attend our egg painting session and other easter hobby crafts. Registration is not needed for hobby crafts, just show up!

See you! University chaplains and Tapiola congregation

Event facebooksite:https://www.facebook.com/events/1668375476800208/
Ps. Share your experience with #egghunt2017 and #otachapel

 

17. Volunteers for the Aalto Open Air and Open Air afterparty!

The kick-off event for Wappu is fast approaching, and to make it a grand spectacle we still need some security supervisors for the event and afterparty. We are also searching for cloakroom staff and drink vendors.

Come help make this event bigger and better than ever before! The deadline for applications is on the 11^th of April.

http://lomake.ayy.fi/aava/aalto-open-air-volunteers-2017/

 

18. Polirytmi New People’s Night 6^th of April

Is your instrument sitting in the corner gathering dust? Are you looking for a good group to play some groovy music with? The teekkari jazz association Polirytmi offers a good setup for playing music in good company, and despite the name we also play pop music in addition to jazz. This is an excellent opportunity to get to know to our activities, since on the 6^th of April the Thursday jam will be organized with a special eye on fresh players. At the jam, held at the club room behind Smökki, both predetermined songs (with sheet music) will be heard, along with spur-of-the-moment songs decided by the players at the spot. If you have experience and own an instrument, come jam with us! All types of instruments are welcome. This is the perfect opportunity to wind down after a hectic exam week.

The jams start at 17:00, and will continue with a sauna at Ossinsauna between 19:00 and 20:00.

Songs and sheet music for the April 6^th jams can be found at the Polirytmi website, www.polirytmi.fi

 

19. OtaWappu 2017

Wappu is coming, and along with it, the AYY Wappu party!! Are you ready?

The party blasts off in Otaniemi and takes over the Otahalli hall on Wappu eve, on the 30^th of April! At OtaWappu, the Wappu spirit is high and the party will be sure to be rocking! The traditional Wappu festivities will be mixed up by Hausmylly tribute and Spekti on the main stage, in addition to DJs and other entertainment making sure the place is really popping. The party will culminate at midnight when everyone dons their teekkari hats in great company; whether your hat has a bobble or not!

More info on the event on Facebook or on the webpages:

https://www.facebook.com/events/1136348819844984/

http://ota.wappu.fi

 

20. Join the Jäynä Finals on the 21^st of April!

It is time!

Come check out the best and most clever pranks at the U2 hall on Friday, the 21^st of April at 16:00! The warm-up at the doors starts at 15:00 to get people in the pranking mood. Traditionally, the hall is chock-full of people, so come early to ensure your seat.

NB! There is still pranking time left until the 12^th of April. It might just be Your Team that makes it to the finals and wins the whole competition! More info and rewards can be found at: www.jäynä.fi

WhatWhenWhere:

30^th Pranking Finals

Fri 21^st of April 2017 at 16:00

U2-hall (former Mellin hall)

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/261943330930952/?notif_t=plan_user_associated&notif_id=1490598475986351

 

21. Sitsi competition on Saturday, the 22^nd of April at 13–17 @ Alvari Square

The sitsi competition is coming again to gather all the merry Wappu people to party at the Alvari square! Gather your posse, figure out a fun sitsi theme, pack your food along with tables & chairs and hop to Alvari Square on Saturday, the 22^nd of April to sitsi with us at 13:00!

The sitsi competition has traditionally seen the most spectacular and imaginatively themed sitsit and creative assemblies both in costumes, songs and food! The most original and inventive teams will be rewarded on the Wappu eve on the 30^th of April at the Wappurieha kick off!

Sign up your team at http://lomake.ayy.fi/teekkarijaosto/sitsikisat_2017/ by the 20^th of April!

 

22. Strong Songs Sauna @ Wappu Arena, the 25^th of April at 18:00

Drinking songs echo at the Wappu Arena!

You are welcome to freshen your mind, body and memory regarding drinking songs at the Strong Songs sauna organized by the Lukkari Committee!

The singing starts at 18:00, and the sauna will stay warm long into the night.

The program for the evening consists of traditional and new drinking songs, and will culminate in the schnapps-themed lyrics competition, where the eccentric panel of judges richly rewards their favorite composer!

Come enjoy the songs, the sauna and the refreshments after a long game of Spring Kyykkä, for example!

The event is free of charge and refreshments and snacks can be purchased at the site.

 

23. ESN Aalto Sports Sitsit

How many kilos of drinks can you lift into your belly with a biceps curl? How fast of a singer are you? Will you finally obtain the six-pack you’ve dreamed of? Get ready and set for our “Sports Sitsit”!

You are warmly welcome to join us for the workout of a lifetime at our sitsit on Wednesday 12th of April from 6.00 pm on!

The registration for the event will be done in the main building lobby (Otakaari 1) this week on Tuesday 4th of April and on Wednesday 5th from 11 am to 1 pm on both days, if there are any spots left after Tuesday (we’ve usually sold out on the first day, so be early).

Event on FB for more info and updates: https://www.facebook.com/events/1664886087139499/

TL;DR
WHAT: ESN Aalto Sports Sitsit
WHEN: 12th of April 2017, cocktails kick off the event at 18:00, the sitsit begin at 18:30
WHERE: Smökki, (Jämeräntaival 4, Otaniemi)
COST: With ESNcard 15 € / 13 € alcohol/alcohol free, without ESNcard 17 € / 15 €
DRESS CODE: Sports

 

24. Wappu Exchange on Sunday, the 23^rd of April 2017

Wappu is coming once again. The traditional events, Wappu sitsit and all that stuff, all that jam, but ah, it’s always the same. The feeling that some change, maybe even an exchangeship, would freshen you up, is familiar to both freshmen and seniors alike.

If this sounds familiar, then the Wappu exchange might be the thing for you! Why be content with the Otaniemi Wappu, when you can see how it’s done elsewhere? So, join our exchange to see the Tampere Teekkariwappu on Sunday, the 23^rd of April!

The merry bus ride to Hervanta leaves from Otaniemi at 11:00. At Hervanta, there will be a Wappuradio LIVE concert on the front lawn of TTY and the Academic Beer Pong World Championships at Bommari, with afterparties. You need not figure out a place to stay, though, since you can hop back on the bus and be safe and sound back at Otaniemi by 03:00 AM, with the bus leaving at 01:00 AM from Tampere.

Please note that you can sign up for the Beer Pong Tournament separately as the signup opens at 12:00 on the 17^th of April, but participating in the Wappu Exchange does not automatically get you signed up for the tournament!

The price for the entire exchange is 10€ per person, with the bus trip from Otaniemi to Hervanta and back. The 50 spots go to the fastest signups, which opens on Tuesday, the 4^th of April at 13:00 at https://lomake.ayy.fi/teekkarijaosto/wappuvaihto/.

Adacemic Engineers and Architects in Finland, more broadly known as TEK, encourages interaction between teekkari communities and is supporting the Wappu Exchange. Contact the teekkari sector correspondents Tyko Viertiö or Jonne Itäpuro if you have any questions.

 

25. Kyykkä Tournament on the 25th of April at 14:00

Why go to Tampere in the middle of the winter to practice some kyykkä, when you can throw skittles with the best of them in the wonderful, beautiful Otaniemi during spring? Gather a team and participate in the Wappu week kyykkä tournament on Tuesday, the 25^th of April at 14:00.

The tournament is open for the first 12 teams that sign up and is played in groups, after which there will be the semifinals followed by the final. A team can fit four players, and gender, stage-of-teekkarihat-raggedness or the color of your overalls hold no stake in this competition. The winners of the tournament will be richly rewarded with awards that will be announced later!

Because there’s no need to reinvent the wheel, we will use the Academic Kyykkä World Championship rules, which can be found at http://kyykka.fi/säännöt

The signup opens on the 5th of April at 12:00 and closes on the 20th of April at 23:45 at https://lomake.ayy.fi/teekkarijaosto/kevatkyykka-2017-spring-skittles-2017/.

After the tournament, there is a great opportunity to continue the evening with the Strong Songs Sauna organized by the Lukkari Committee Lutku at the Alvari Square Wappu Arena!

WHAT: The Spring Otaniemi Kyykkä tournament!
WHERE: Alvari Square in Otaniemi!
WHEN: Tuesday, the 25th of April, starting at 14.00
WHY: Kyykkä!
More info and answers to questions from Teekkari Culture correspondents Tyko Viertiö and Johanna Kuronen (etunimi.sukunimi@ayy.fi)

 

26. Teekkari Section Overall Patch Sale on the 19^th of April

The Teekkari Section is hosting the traditional overall patch sale on Wednesday, the 19^th of April at the Aalto Open Air, and on Thursday, the 20^th of April at the Undergraduate Center between 11:00 and 14:00. At the sale, there will be patches collectively from different associations and guilds in the AYY spectrum, where you can snag the best and snappiest ones to adorn your overalls with. Come and buy the funniest and greatest patches for Wappu, before they are all sold out!

Does your association want to bring their patches for sale? Sign up and we will sell them for you. Sign up your info by the 9^th of April at: https://lomake.ayy.fi/teekkarijaosto/merkkimyynti-2017-badge-sales-2017/

More info and answers to questions from Teekkari Culture correspondents Tyko Viertiö and Johanna Kuronen (etunimi.sukunimi@ayy.fi)

 

27. Volunteer to work for the Wappu Party 2017

The 2017 Wappu Party is held on the 30^th of April in Otaniemi, and the best party of the season requires a lot of staff! We need people for various tasks, including ticket sales, security, bartending, hauling, decorations, technical staff, food preparation and driving the van. Especially people with security certifications are sought for, so come boldly and get valuable experience on security work at this event!

Signups for work open on Monday, the 3^rd of April at 12:00 through this link!

https://lomake.ayy.fi/jtmk/tyontekijaksi-wappubileisiin-2017/

The staff receive free entry through a separate VIP door, an overall patch, one of the two required instances to be allowed to attach a pink ribbon, entry to the exclusive staff afterparty, and an Emergency Kit Wappu Basket to help you survive Ullanlinnanmäki on Wappu day! All staff will also receive a spot in the bus from Otaniemi straight to Ullis on the 1^st of May!
Possible questions can be sent to the party director at jtmk@list.ayy.fi. The signup sheet system closes once we’re full on employees, so speed is of the essence!

 

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News for the newsletter can be sent to tiedotteet@ayy.fi by the previous Thursday before 10:00 AM.

 

May Day is still five weeks away, but the first signs of spring are starting to appear. The sun shines at least sometimes, you may come across a prank or two in Otaniemi, and we now have the best opening party for the Wappu celebrations – Aalto Open Air!

In the coming weeks, you can also do things such as attend a LAN party, listen to brand-related things and tell your friends studying in other universities about AYY’s apartments in East Helsinki that are open to all students.

The association information can be found in the association newsletter. Read it at /en/associations/association-newsletter

 

1. International student – participate in AYY’s survey and help develop health care services and health insurances!
2. Apply for scholarships from AYY
3. AYY apartments in East Helsinki open to all students
4. New AYY student housing tenement in Jätkäsaari completed in September
5. Answer the AYY Brand Survey by April the 9^th
6. AYY Branding presents: Crash Course to Branding on April the 10^th
7. Spring’s grand opening: Aalto Open Air!
8. LAN-Party at Tieto HQ
9. Municipal election candidate – reveal yourself!
10. Apply for AYY’s Central Election Committee 2017!
11. Volunteers for Aalto Open Air and the Open Air afterparty!
12. Who should receive the prize for the International Deed of the Year?
13. Temporary culture space opens in Otaniemi!
14. Entropy’s free technology training
15. Sustainable Entrepreneurship Day 2017
16. Opening of the ÄPY magazine’s sales season on 29^th March
17. Technology students’ sailing club Teekkaripurjehtijat is organizing practical sailing courses
18. Retuperän WBK at the Finlandia Hall on the 31st of March
19. Dry suit diving course starts
20. Find a dream team and build your idea

 

Week 13

28.3. PSK Kupla dry suit diving course 2017

29.3. Ristin kilta: Kwun Chuen Chan – on working

31.3. League of Legends Biweekly Tournament 2

1.4. Entropy’s audio technology training

 

Week 14

3.4. Teekkarispeksi 2017: Viimeinen sinfonia

4.4. Teekkarispeksi 2017: Viimeinen sinfonia

5.4. Ristin kilta: Game night

6.4. Entropy’s DJ training

6.4. Entropy’s VJ training

8.4. Entropy’s lighting technology training

9.4. Teekkarispeksi 2017: Viimeinen sinfonia ALUMNI SHOWING

 

1. International student – participate in AYY’s survey and help develop health care services and health insurances!

AYY is conducting a survey for the international students of Aalto University and the University of Helsinki on the use of healthcare services and health insurances in Finland. Your input is extremely important for the success of the survey. The results will be used both domestically and on the municipal level to influence different service providers to better take into account the needs of international students and to improve communication channels for international students. The health insurance recommended by Finnish authorities for non-EU/EEA students will be competitively re-tendered by a national agency this year, and it is important that the students’ experiences on the insurances are considered in the competitive tendering process.

Filling out the survey takes about 15 minutes and many prices (e.g. gift cards) will be drawn between the participants. The survey is open until 7.4.2017. All information is handled confidentially and the results will be reported anonymously. The study is conducted by the Research foundation for studies and education, Otus.

More information and the link to the survey: /blog/2017/03/15/international-student-participate-in-the-survey-and-help-develop-health-care-services-and-health-insurances/

 

2. Apply for scholarships from AYY

AYY is distributing exchange, community and study scholarships this spring to support the internationalisation of students, support community activities and encourage for successful combination of studies and the student life.

The spring application period for the scholarships is Wednesday 29.3., 12:00, – Wednesday 19.4., 23:59.

More information: /en/students/services/scholarships/

 

3. AYY apartments in East Helsinki open to all students

Since the teaching at Aalto University is focusing more and more on the Otaniemi campus, there are not enough AYY members with a right of residence applying for our apartments in East Helsinki. That is why AYY is now making some of its apartment groups in East Helsinki open to all students, regardless of their place of study.

There are a limited number of apartments, so act fast and tell your friends about them. More information can be found in this announcement: /en/blog/2017/03/23/ayy-apartments-open-to-all-students/

 

4. New AYY student housing tenement in Jätkäsaari completed in September

The new student housing tenement of the Aalto University Student Union (AYY) in Jätkäsaari by the seaside will be completed in September. The Atlantinkatu 7 building will have 122 apartments, most of which are one-room apartments. The building also has a communal sauna and some commercial spaces, to which suitable tenant businesses are still being sought.

The application process for the Atlantinkatu apartments opens to AYY members in April 2017. More info on the building and applications will be published at the start of April!

 

5. Answer the AYY Brand Survey by April the 9^th

AYY is undertaking systematic branding work now for the first time. Branding work isn’t just about logos and the visual outlook and their renewal; it is, if expressed in marketing jargon, an analytical and strategic process, where the core values of a brand are derived from a large quantity of data and creating a vision based on them: an identity and strategy. From this, concrete means of action are derived, and finally the brand is brought into use and its relevance and success are measured. Sounds hard to grasp? In practice, it means that instead of pondering on nice visuals, planning hoodie prints and coming up with snazzy slogans, it is about a lot more in-depth work.

Currently, we are in the process of creating a full and objective view on what the general state of AYY is. Branding does not mean merely a visual and communicational ‘sprucing up’, but pondering on the whole existence of AYY and considering the role of AYY in the student community, society and actually pretty much everything, in addition to communications and the visual outlook. This covers living, services, organization, visual outlook, identity, activities, culture, communications and pretty much every situation where AYY meets different parties or people.

The aim of this survey is to gain a large and comprehensive picture on what AYY agents, meaning YOU, think of AYY, its current state and what AYY should be like in the future. Based on the answers, we can create a picture on how AYY and its brand should be developed and how the points brought up by you can be made a reality. So, take care in answering, because your opinions will have a significant impact on the future of AYY!

Answer the survey here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeiSZPVlRQqTYAFbT35bAwry85URNAj1tvVsp4wbNxMoBAGNA/viewform

For those interested in following our brand work also in the future, we will publish regular blog posts about what is going on with the branding. In the first blog post, we will talk about the brand work in general and tell the latest news from the chairperson seminar. You can find the post here /blogi/2017/03/23/ayy-branding-1-0/?lang=en

 

6. AYY Branding presents: Crash Course to Branding on April the 10^th

What on earth is this branding that everyone is talking about? How on earth does a brand affect the community’s operations and what does a brand actually contain? And, above all, how on earth are brands created, renewed and managed?

AYY, along with Futurice and Aalto Marketing Society, the student organization for marketing students, will answer all these questions during the big branding day held on April the 10^th. Has your association lost sight of its purpose? Does your association look a bit scruffy? Is a new brand an all-encompassing solution to all of your problems? Are you interested in branding in general?

We will go through various interesting brand cases during the day and give you advice on how YOU can improve your association’s/company’s/your own brand. You will also learn how AYY’s brand is going to change this year and can influence the building of AYY‘s brand!

More information will follow soon, save the date!

 

7. Spring’s grand opening: Aalto Open Air!

This year the spring starts bigger than ever as Aalto Open Air takes over the campus area! Take all your friends with you and make your way to the Alvari Square on April 19th!

At Alvari Square you’ll find two stages where bands keeps the atmosphere up. Performers include: Don Johnson Big Band, Boston Promenade and Toot Toot. The main artist will be announced soon – stay tuned ;). In addition you can enjoy different festival events, food trucks and pop-up -events offered by Aalto Festival.

So give wappu a head start and come and enjoy the spring!

To make sure that the party won’t stop, there will be an afterparty at Täffä starting at 10pm!

The event will be organised by AYY, Aalto-university, Aava and April Jazz.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/722121711301800/

 

8. LAN-Party at Tieto HQ

We would like to invite you to our monthly LAN-party in the new Tieto HQ in Keilalahti, Espoo! The event will be held Friday 24.3 from 17:00 – 04:00.

Which Games do we play?
Counter-Strike Global Offensive, Civilization V / VI, Hearthstone, Gang Beasts, Rocket League, Jack in the Box, NHL 17 and so on

What do you need?
If you want to play multiplayer games with us, it’s advisable to take your own laptop + mouse/mousepad + headset
In case you want to just hang out and game casually, you can just bring yourself and enjoy the refreshments with some casual games.

The event only fits 40 people, so please be quick and also free your seat if you are not able to join us.

Sign up here! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc_dlhbRjcABYNNgo-a7up_CmF44_4yYmRaVVnsWbVIha7Y3w/viewform?c=0&w=1

 

8. Municipal election candidate – reveal yourself!

Member of AYY, are you a candidate in the municipal elections? AYY will collect candidates from its members at kuntaehdokkaat.ayy.fi. You can now submit your info with this form:

https://lomake.ayy.fi/sosiaalipolitiikka/member-of-ayy-are-you-a-candidate-in-municipal-elections-let-us-know/?lang=en

Follow the page and find your favourite candidate!

The elections are approaching fast! Advance voting in Otaniemi can be done at the Harald Herlin learning centre on the following dates:

29.03. – 30.03. from 09:00 to 20:00

03.04. – 04.04. from 09:00 to 20:00

 

9. Apply for AYY’s Central Election Committee 2017!

Are you interested in making AYY’s next Representative Council elections the best so far?

The call for applications for the Central Election Committee of AYY is now open. The Central Election Committee is at the heart of the elections and decides on polling and advance polling stations, establishes the election committees, checks the candidacy notifications and agreements on electoral alliances and coalitions, performs the vote count audit and supervises the general order in the elections, among other things. Members of the Central Election Committee may not run as candidates in the Representative Council elections in 2017.

Applications for the Central Election Committee are submitted via the electronic form at: https://lomake.ayy.fi/hallinto/kvl/https://lomake.ayy.fi/hallinto/kvl/. The deadline for applications is at 12:00 noon on Monday, the 27^th March 2017.

Additional information: Administrative and HR Manager Johanna Pietiläinen (johanna.pietilainen (a) ayy.fi), +358 50 520 9434

 

10. Volunteers for Aalto Open Air and the Open Air afterparty!

The event kicking off the Wappu celebrations is approaching, and to ensure a fantastic spectacle, we need security officers for the actual event and for the afterparty. We also need a few volunteers to work in the cloakroom and to sell drinks at the afterparty.

Join us and help us make this event bigger and better than ever!

The deadline for the applications is April 11^th.

http://lomake.ayy.fi/aava/aalto-open-air-volunteers-2017/

 

11. Who should receive the prize for the International Deed of the Year?

The time has come to award the prize for the Learning Promotion Deed of the Year and the International Deed of the Year. Has a professor of yours, a student association or someone else done something special to promote learning or internationalization at Aalto during the academic year 16–17? Does a party or person you know deserve recognition for their excellent idea or deed used to promote learning or internationalization? If the answer is yes, propose their deed as a recipient of the award! The prize can be awarded to any person, group or association within Aalto.

Send your proposal using these forms by April the 2^nd 2017:

Learning Promotion Deed of the Year: https://lomake.ayy.fi/koulutuspolitiikka/659-2/ International Deed of the Year: https://lomake.ayy.fi/kv/192-2/. Please include a description of the deed and reasons for why this deed should win the award. The prize will be awarded at the annual ball of the Aalto University Student Union, held on May 20^th 2017.

 

12. Temporary culture space opens in Otaniemi!

Otaniemi Free Space is a student-oriented communal culture space and experimentation platform, located in the former ADD LAB premises (Sähkömiehentie 4 G). It is open from April the 7^th until May the 27^th 2017.

The aim is to create a playground run by volunteers where students, student organizations, groups and other interested parties can come together to get busy, try out their projects, event ideas and meet others outside their own social circle.

We invite you or your community to join the action and produce content for the culture space. There are countless activities that you can organize – anything from art installations to lectures, bike repair shops and concerts. However, the main focus should be on keeping the activities open to everyone, working together, learning from others and interacting between various parties in Otaniemi and among the Aalto University students. You can also become a volunteer for the project.

Sign up as an event organizer by filling in this form: https://goo.gl/forms/QGARWoPZBkwyuyjW2
Contact us via email: otaniemi.free.space@gmail.com
Check out https://www.facebook.com/ofreespace/ or http://ofree.space/

 

13. Entropy’s free technology training

Entropy will organize four free training sessions in April. They will be held in Finnish, at the Otaniemi Free Space (Sähkömiehentie 4 G).

SOUND TECHNOLOGY TRAINING 1.–2.4.

Getting to know Entropy‘s audio system: installing speakers, connections, processor settings, etc. No pre-registration required. For more details, visit https://entropy.fi/2017/03/aanitekniikkakoulutus/

DJ TRAINING 6.–27.4.

Basics of DJing for beginners on Thursdays at 18:00. Pre-registration by March the 24^th. For more details, visit https://entropy.fi/2017/03/dj-koulutus/

VJ TRAINING 6.–27.4.

Basics of VJing: creating visuals and presenting them at events. On Thursdays at 18:00.  Pre-registration by March the 24^th. For more details, visit https://entropy.fi/2017/03/vj-koulutus/

LIGHTING TECHNOLOGY TRAINING 8.–27.4.

Installing and controlling event lights with the Ecue software. No pre-registration required. For more details, visit https://entropy.fi/2017/03/valotekniikkakoulutus/

 

14. Sustainable Entrepreneurship Day 2017

Is it time to celebrate 100 years of progress and development?
What is the future vision for a more sustainable Helsinki?
How do the political parties differ in their views and programs for the forthcoming election?

A special focus on:  How is the social integration of refugees working so far?

Aalto Design Factory 31^st March at 10-19

https://www.facebook.com/events/1794888927500795/

 

15. Opening of the ÄPY magazine’s sales season on 29^th March

Greetings from Äpy’s editors! The publication of the Wappu magazine is about a month away, and now you have an excellent chance to spread the humour with your friends in the capital region by becoming an Äpy salesperson.

You can become an Äpy salesperson on Wednesday, 29^th March, in the Undergraduate Centre main lobby at 10:00-15:00, or afterwards through the Äpy deal machine at diilikone.apy.fi

The Wappu Magazine Äpy is published in odd-numbered years and always in a new format, with a new concept. Selling Äpy with a nice group of people is not only great fun, but also profitable. In addition to getting some Wappu money, the salespeople receive amazing seller benefits and seller products. Visit Äpy’s sales season’s opening to learn more! Good vibes and ice cream for everyone!

If you have any questions, feel free to email us at toimitus@apy.fi.

 

16. Technology students’ sailing club Teekkaripurjehtijat is organizing practical sailing courses

Greetings all sailors and wannabe sailors!

The registration for this spring’s practical sailing courses is now open at https://trip.ayy.fi/wordpress/?page_id=231. The courses are held mainly in Finnish, but depending on the people who have signed up, some of them can also be held in English.

 

17. Retuperän WBK at the Finlandia Hall on the 31st of March

RETUPERÄN WBK, The Retuperä Voluntary Fire Brigade Band, the world’s best technology student orchestra from Aalto University that plays newer French horn music  – “l’art nouveau francais” – will be seen at the Töölönlahti fire brigade house, “Finlandia Hall”, in a grand concert on the 31^st of March. The concert is led by Torturo Canini. Baritone horn player Matts Remell and grand piano artist Emil Holmström will act as dazzling supporting soloists. During the evening, some of the finest, shining (or at least glittery) examples of classical music pieces minced and mangled by the national arranger Simeon Suihkutsalo will be heard, along with amazing feats of strength by the prospective members.

Ticket sales at https://liput.rwbk.fi

Ticket prices: DeLuxe – 60e / First class – 40e / Second class – 30e / Student – 15e

Along with the ticket reservation, you can sign up for the afterparty, organized in the Kilta hall at Lapinrinne 1. Afterparty tickets, including food and drinks, 60€.

Retuperä WBK at the Finlandia Hall on the 31^st of March at 19:33
Conductor: Torturo Canini
Baritone horn: Matts Remell
Grand piano: Emil Holmström
Incredible feats of strength: Prospective members

FB event: www.facebook.com/events/329529610777888/

18. Dry suit diving course starts

Have you completed your diving certification abroad and want to dive in Finland?

This year’s dry suit diving course begins on March 28^th at 18:00 with our first lecture, where we talk about how to get a dry suit to be used on the course. The lecture takes place at Kammio, our club room in Otaniemi, behind Jämeräntaival 1. After the first lecture, there will be a 1-month course break, during which the members will procure (buy or borrow) a dry suit to use on the course.

The price for the course is 35€ for people taking the CMAS */P1 basic course (/blog/events/psk-kuplan-laitesukelluksen-peruskurssi-intro-2017/) and 60€ for others. All members of Kupla are welcome on the course. The final timetable will be set by the beginning of the course, because the number of participants affects the organizing of the pool exercises. The preliminary timetable is a part of the LSPK timetable.

The instructor in charge of the course is Tommi Toivonen <tptoivon(at)gmail.com>.

Sign up for the course by sending an email to Tommi and mention your current diving certification and experience.

Find more information on our diving activity and the course at www.kupla.org

Welcome to the course! Let’s dive cold and stay warm!

 

19. Find a dream team and build your idea

Have an inspiring idea but no team around you? Or got the talent and looking for a start up to join?

In Kiuas Team Up you will have the chance to mingle with entrepreneurship-minded peers and find your own dream team. The mission is to come up with an innovative idea and develop it into a business. The weekend includes teaming up, coaching, workshops and for the best teams, a great opportunity to get to continue your path as a business towards Kiuas Accelerator. The best teams also win 1000 euros for future development!

Come by yourself or bring your pals and join the adventure to finding your dream team! The application period ends 31th of March so this is your last change to APPLY!

http://teamup.kiuas.us/

 

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Announcements to be published should be sent to tiedotteet@ayy.fi always by 10:00 on the previous week’s Thursday.

 

 

 

The municipal elections are upon us soon! Remember that you can make a difference, so choose your candidate!

The association information can be found in the association newsletter. Read it at /en/associations/association-newsletter

 

1. International student – participate in AYY’s survey and help develop health care services and health insurances!
2. Municipal election candidate – reveal yourself!
3. Students moved under the general housing allowance in August
4. Apply for AYY’s Central Election Committee 2017!
5. Applications open for Aalto Garden’s plots and board
6. Welcome to discuss and share ideas in AYY’s workshop about internationalizing education!
7. Tilapioneerit project course from March 29^th to May 6^th – sign up!
8. Application period for Information Technology Program ends on 24th March
9. Want to create or join a startup? Apply to Kiuas Team Up!
10. ClimateLaunchPad is now open for applications
11. DADA presents: Soft Robotics Exhibition
12. Teekkaripurjehtijoiden purjehtija- ja saaristopäällikkökurssit
13. Retuperä WBK at the Finlandia Hall on the 31^st of March
14. Metal Club Mökä March Sauna
15. Dry suit diving course starts

 

Week 12

20.3. Teekkarispeksi 2017: Viimeinen sinfonia

21.3. Teekkarispeksi 2017: Viimeinen sinfonia

22.3 Ristin kilta: “Guild members speak” night

24.3. EBEC Helsinki 2017

25.3. Aalto Predators vs UTU Beaver Hunters

 

Week 13

28.3. PSK Kupla dry suit diving course 2017

29.3. Ristin kilta: Kwun Chuen Chan – on working

 

1. International student – participate in AYY’s survey and help develop health care services and health insurances!

AYY is conducting a survey for the international students of Aalto University and the University of Helsinki on the use of healthcare services and health insurances in Finland. Your input is extremely important for the success of the survey. The results will be used both domestically and on the municipal level to influence different service providers to better take into account the needs of international students and to improve communication channels for international students. The health insurance recommended by Finnish authorities for non-EU/EEA students will be competitively re-tendered by a national agency this year, and it is important that the students’ experiences on the insurances are considered in the competitive tendering process.

Filling out the survey takes about 15 minutes and many prices (e.g. gift cards) will be drawn between the participants. The survey is open until 7.4.2017. All information is handled confidentially and the results will be reported anonymously. The study is conducted by the Research foundation for studies and education, Otus.

More information and the link to the survey: /blog/2017/03/15/international-student-participate-in-the-survey-and-help-develop-health-care-services-and-health-insurances/

 

2. Municipal election candidate – reveal yourself!

Member of AYY, are you a candidate in the municipal elections? AYY will collect candidates from its members on kuntaehdokkaat.ayy.fi. You can now submit your info with this form:

https://lomake.ayy.fi/sosiaalipolitiikka/member-of-ayy-are-you-a-candidate-in-municipal-elections-let-us-know/?lang=en

Follow the page and find your favourite candidate!

The elections are approaching fast! Advance voting in Otaniemi can be done at Harald Herlin learning center on the following dates:

29.03. – 30.03. from 09:00 to 20:00

03.04. – 04.04. from 09:00 to 20:00

3. Students moved under the general housing allowance in August

Kela reminds that the payments for the housing supplement for students will end and the students living in rental apartments in Finland will be moved under the general housing allowance starting from August 1^st, 2017. Kela will discontinue the housing supplement for students automatically, but students need to apply for the general housing allowance. Apply for the general housing allowance via the Kela web service or with the form AT 1 from the end of May, if you already know your income, housing expenses and living conditions for the fall.

Read the information package provided by Kela well in advance. More info can be found in the Kela newsletter and Kela webpages.

 

4. Apply for AYY’s Central Election Committee 2017!

Are you interested in making AYY’s next Representative Council elections the best so far?

The call for applications for the Central Election Committee of AYY is now open. The Central Election Committee is at the heart of the elections and decides on polling and advance polling stations, establishes the election committees, checks the candidacy notifications and agreements on electoral alliances and coalitions, performs the vote count audit and supervises the general order in the elections, among other things. Members of the Central Election Committee may not run as candidates in the Representative Council elections in 2017.

Applications for the Central Election Committee are submitted via the electronic form at: https://lomake.ayy.fi/hallinto/kvl/https://lomake.ayy.fi/hallinto/kvl/. The deadline for applications is at 12:00 noon on Monday, the 27^th March 2017.

Additional information: Administrative and HR Manager Johanna Pietiläinen (johanna.pietilainen (a) ayy.fi), +358 50 520 9434

 

5. Applications open for Aalto Garden’s plots and board

Join the Otaniemi Urban Gardening Society and apply for a gardening plot in Ossinlampi by the 31^st of March!

We are looking for board members for the Otaniemi Urban Gardening Society. As a member of the board, you can organize gardening and gardening-related events, and it gives you priority when applying for plots. Welcome to our additional annual meeting on Wednesday, the 22^nd of March at 17:00, in the Johanna meeting room, on the first floor of the Learning Centre!

The application for plots has started at https://tinyurl.com/garden17https://tinyurl.com/garden17. Apply for a plot either by yourself or with a group of friends or with an association! The application period lasts from the 9^th of March until the 31^st of March.

For more information on plot applications and the board’s tasks, please contact Saana Rossi (ssaana.rossi@aalto.fi)saana.rossi@aalto.fi. Follow the Society also on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/OtaniemiUrbanGarden. https://www.facebook.com/OtaniemiUrbanGarden

 

6. Welcome to discuss and share ideas in AYY’s workshop about internationalizing education!

AYY and Aalto are working together on an initiative to bring global competences (e.g. intercultural communication skills, global development questions, international phenomena of the field) into curricula, learning goals and outcomes, and we need your help and perspective! Multiculturalism is the word of the day – in most Aalto master level courses the teaching is in English and the classrooms are international, intercultural communication skills are needed in working life in all professions, the Finnish society gets more diverse by the day. How are Aalto graduates prepared for this? What kind of skills does a global game changer need?

Come share your experiences and ideas for development in the workshop on 23^rd March 2017 from 5pm to 8pm in Design Factory (Studio)!

More information and enrollment: https://www.facebook.com/events/436867179986855/

 

7. Tilapioneerit project course from March 29^th to May 6^th – sign up!

The fate of the kingdom is in peril. The Tilapioneerit group answers the call! We are participating as an example case in the Kokeilun Paikka service launch.
https://www.kokeilunpaikka.fi/fi/experiment/75/

A few spots are still open at the course organized by Tilapioneerit from March 29^th to May 6^th. Apply and sign up!
Check out the signup instructions and check out more info here: http://tilapioneerit.fi/

 

8. Application period for Information Technology Program ends on 24th March

Get the skills and confidence to lead in the digital world! Aalto University Information Technology Program (ITP) is an academic summer program. For over 20 years ITP has been bringing together technology, design and business talent and fostering successful project teams.

The purpose of ITP is to provide students with a strong applied understanding of IT, design and the digital world. The program provides concepts and approaches that enable students with diverse backgrounds to operate effectively in the global business environment now and in the future. Students gain valuable real life project experience through project work. The dates for ITP are 29th May – 1st September 2017.

Learn more and apply by Friday 24th March 16:00 at http://itp.aalto.fi

 

9. Want to create or join a startup? Apply to Kiuas Team Up!

Find a dream team and build your idea! http://teamup.kiuas.us/

Kiuas Team Up is a free program for anyone interested in startup entrepreneurship – whether it’s joining or creating a startup team. We aim to connect like-minded people from various educational backgrounds and provide you with the means to develop your idea into an actual business. With the assistance of professional coaching and diverse workshops from our partners, you can assemble your dream team and become the next big thing.

The Kiuas Team Up program is a follow-up to last year’s TeamUp Bootcamp, which brought 250 talented individuals to Startup Sauna and established the birth of multiple thriving startups, including Platonics, FactoryFinder and Duara Travels, all of which have experienced considerable success since last year’s TeamUp and Summer of Startups. This year we’re kicking it up a notch by bringing twice the number of participants to Startup Sauna!

Kiuas Team Up will take place on the second weekend of April (7.-9.4), after which the winning teams will advance to Aaltoes’ brand new Kiuas Incubator program. You can participate as a team or an individual.

There are only a few days left to apply and start the journey to finding your dream team! Come feel the heat of the Kiuas and apply now through this link: https://aaltoes17.typeform.com/to/CR8K9Q

The Facebook event can be found here: https://www.facebook.com/events/1786613791665679/

 

10. ClimateLaunchPad is now open for applications

The world’s largest green business idea competition is open for applications. Everyone with a green business idea and dreaming of becoming an entrepreneur can enter the competition. Your idea can be an innovation in renewable energy, a sustainable transition in the food chain, a mind shift in urban mobility or any other way to tackle climate change.

ClimateLaunchPad kicks off in May with an intensive Boot Camp and follow-up Coaching Sessions. In June, the teams compete in the National Final in front of an expert jury. On top of this, the top-3 teams will be sent to Cyprus in October to pitch their ideas in the Grand Final.

Be sure to apply by 20 April. For more info, see http://impactiglu.org/climatelaunchpad/

 

11. DADA presents: Soft Robotics Exhibition

Soft Robotics is a new and rapidly growing approach to robotics that aims to harmonize with the living environment by using “soft” materials such as silicone, rubber and gelatin that actuate on air, instead of hard mechanical parts that run on motors. Now The Media lab student association DADA is hosting an exhibition showing off the results of our soft robotics workshop.

The exhibition will be held in the learning centre on the 23rd of March at 17:00-20:00. Check out our event at: https://www.facebook.com/events/1825903027632021/

 

11. Teekkaripurjehtijoiden purjehtija- ja saaristopäällikkökurssit

Dear sailors and you who desire to become such,

Registration for sailing crew and inshore skipper course this spring is now open at https://trip.ayy.fi/wordpress/?page_id=231. Most of the courses will be provided in Finnish; however, we will have couple of groups also in English.

 

11. Retuperä WBK at the Finlandia Hall on the 31^st of March

RETUPERÄN WBK, The Retuperä Voluntary Fire Brigade Band, the world’s best technology student orchestra from Aalto University that plays newer French horn music  – “l’art nouveau francais” – will be seen at the Töölönlahti fire brigade house, “Finlandia Hall”, in a grand concert on the 31^st of March. The concert is led by Torturo Canini. Baritone horn player Matts Remell and grand piano artist Emil Holmström will act as dazzling supporting soloists. During the evening, some of the finest, shining (or at least glittery) examples of classical music pieces minced and mangled by the national arranger Simeon Suihkutsalo will be heard, along with amazing feats of strength by the prospective members.

Ticket sales at https://liput.rwbk.fi

Ticket prices: DeLuxe – 60e / First class – 40e / Second class – 30e / Student – 15e

Along with the ticket reservation, you can sign up for the afterparty, organized in the Kilta hall at Lapinrinne 1. Afterparty tickets, including food and drinks, 60€.

Retuperä WBK at the Finlandia Hall on the 31^st of March at 19:33
Conductor: Torturo Canini
Baritone horn: Matts Remell
Grand piano: Emil Holmström
Incredible feats of strength: Prospective members

FB event: www.facebook.com/events/329529610777888/

12. Metal Club Mökä March Sauna

Bada-boom! March has arrived and as everyone knows, it is the time for sauna at Mökä! On March 24^th, we will organize the March Sauna – come to Gorsu and rock!

https://www.facebook.com/events/1460612683962547/

 

13. Dry suit diving course starts

Have you completed your diving certification abroad and want to dive in Finland?

This year’s dry suit diving course begins on March 28^th at 18:00 with our first lecture, where we talk about how to get a dry suit to be used on the course. The lecture takes place at Kammio, our club room in Otaniemi, behind Jämeräntaival 1. After the first lecture, there will be a 1-month course break, during which the members will procure (buy or borrow) a dry suit to use on the course.

The price for the course is 35€ for people taking the CMAS */P1 basic course (/blog/events/psk-kuplan-laitesukelluksen-peruskurssi-intro-2017/) and 60€ for others. All members of Kupla are welcome on the course. The final timetable will be set by the beginning of the course, because the number of participants affects the organizing of the pool exercises. The preliminary timetable is a part of the LSPK timetable.

The instructor in charge of the course is Tommi Toivonen <tptoivon(at)gmail.com>.

Sign up for the course by sending an email to Tommi and mention your current diving certification and experience.

Find more information on our diving activity and the course at www.kupla.org

Welcome to the course! Let’s dive cold and stay warm!