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Weekly newsletter 20/2017

The Annual Ball week is finally here! There’s something to do every day this week, let’s just hope that the weather is good!

NB! Due to Pentecost on the 29th of May, the deadline for the weekly newsletter is on Wednesday, the 24th of May, at 10:00! Please send your announcements to tiedotteet@ayy.fi

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

 

  1. The AYY Annual Ball week starts on Monday, the 15th of May!
  2. AYY Herring Brunch
  3. AYY is searching for an emergency accommodation coordinator
  4. Otaniemi Flea Market Day on the 24th of May 2017 @Smökki
  5. PUS-Basket is looking for new players!
  6. KYN is looking for new enthusiastic singers!
  7. KY-Slice presents: Golf beginner courses
  8. Join the Uneton48 Challenge!
  9. Welcome to the concert of the Helsinki University Symphony Orchestra on the 20th and 22nd of May 2017
  10. Heart Campus campaign, share your story!
  11. IDBM Impact – Exploring interdisciplinarity, May 19th
  12. 19.5. Product Design Gala 2017
  13. Stay tuned for Otaniemi Urban Week and Art Week!
  14. Otaniemi Urban Week
  15. Otaniemi Art Week
  16. Stratos 2018 coordinators wanted!
  17. An Afternoon in the Science Basement: From Genes to Populations

 

Week 20

17.5. Ristin kilta: “Guild members speak” night

/blog/events/ristin-kilta-kiltalaiset-puhuvat-ilta-2/

17.5. Mountain biking for beginners

/blog/events/maastopyorailya-aloittelijoille-2/

Week 21

23.5. KYN, Manuel Dunkel, Ville Herrala & Mikko Hassinen @ G Livelab

/blog/events/kyn-manuel-dunkel-ville-herrala-mikko-hassinen-g-livelab/

24.5. Ristin kilta: Game night

/blog/events/ristin-kilta-peli-ilta-6/

28.5. Super Smash Bros. for Wii U Tournament – Murskaveljekset III

/blog/events/super-smash-bros-for-wii-u-tournament-murskaveljekset-iii/

 

 

1. The AYY Annual Ball week starts on Monday, the 15th of May!

AYY’s Annual Ball week is more magnificent than ever this year. Make the most of the week and join all the different events! Read more at www.vuosijuhlat.fi

Outdoor Cinema Evening at the Alvar Aalto Square on the 15th of May

Come and kick off the AYY Annual Ball celebrations with some grilling and music at the Alvar Aalto Square from 20:00 onwards. After the sun sets, we’ll fire up a movie with the help of our friends at Kino Sheryl. Be sure to bring some blankets and good company with you for a different kind of movie experience!

More information: https://www.facebook.com/events/219265381890076/

Aaltositsit on the 17th of May

Have you been longing for some more interdisciplinary action for the spring season? Now you have a one-of-a-kind chance to hide yourself behind your favorite mask for the evening and get to know to some new and old friends. All this with a little hint of interdisciplinary sitsit! Ticket sales start on the 3rd of May at www.bailataan.fi!

More information: https://www.facebook.com/events/1675165499178986/

AYY 7th Annual Ball on the 20th of May

Come celebrate the 7th anniversary of our student union! This year, the party will kick off with a cocktail party at Otakaari 1 at 15:00. The Annual Ball 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. Signup is open until the 2nd of May at https://www.vuosijuhlat.fi/ilmoittautuminen/

More information: https://www.facebook.com/events/1866988743517378/

AYY 7th Annual Ball afterparty on the 20th of May

The AYY 7th Annual Ball afterparty will start at the Urban Mill (Betonimiehenkuja 3 E) after the dazzling Annual Ball! The party will begin at 22:00 and will continue nearly until the break of dawn with spectacular live music and company. Whether you spent the evening at the Annual Ball or elsewhere, the night’s best afterparty will be found at the Urban Mill! Tickets: https://bailataan.fi/#!/events/906689c8-9e2e-4a75-b7ab-7ba9be95dd95

More information: https://www.facebook.com/events/304703596617139/

AYY 7th Annual Ball Herring Brunch on the 21st of May

AYY’s 7th Annual Ball week will culminate at the Herring Brunch held at Servin Mökki (Jämeräntaival 4) on Sunday, the 21st of May, starting at 12:00. Join us at the carnivalistic Smökki to recover from the sparkling Annual Ball week, and come experience the magic of the carnival with delicious food, drink and program. You definitely don’t want to miss this! Tickets: https://bailataan.fi/#!/events/906689c8-9e2e-4a75-b7ab-7ba9be95dd95

More information: https://www.facebook.com/events/1623648914330291/

 

2. AYY Herring Brunch

AYY’s 7th Annual Ball week will culminate at the Herring Brunch held at Servin Mökki (Jämeräntaival 4) on Sunday, the 21st of May, starting at 12:00. Join us at the carnivalistic Smökki to recover from the sparkling Annual Ball week, and come experience the magic of the carnival with delicious food, drink and program. You definitely don’t want to miss this!

You can sign up for the Herring Brunch at www.vuosijuhlat.fi between the 19th of April and the 18th of May 2017. If the event is not sold out, it is also possible to buy tickets at the door on the brunch day.

WHAT: The Herring Brunch
WHERE: Servin Mökki
WHEN: 21st of May, 12:00–18:00
WHY: Because AYY 7 years and bacon
PRICE: 15 €

We welcome you to end the Annual Ball week with style!

FB: https://www.facebook.com/events/1623648914330291/

 

3. AYY is searching for an emergency accommodation coordinator

AYY is searching for an emergency accommodation coordinator approximately from the 7th of August 2017, or as agreed. The emergency accommodation coordinator is responsible for organizing temporary accommodation for students that are left without an apartment in the autumn and communicating about the situation. The coordinator’s tasks include providing guidance and counselling for students, especially international students, arranging the practicalities related to emergency accommodation (such as monitoring the use of the emergency accommodation and key control), and emergency accommodation planning in the long term.

Please send your free-form applications and CVs to rekrytointi(at)ayy.fi by Monday, the 5th of June, 12:00. We will let you know when we have received your application. We will try to make the selection during June.

Read the whole job description here: /blog/2017/05/15/ayy-hakee-hatamajoituskoordinaattoria-2/

 

4. Otaniemi Flea Market Day on the 24th of May 2017 @Smökki

It’s time for a spring cleaning! Do you have skeletons or other unnecessary stuff in your closet that might delight others? Are you tired of Facebook’s sale groups and table fees at flea markets?

Servin Mökki (Smökki) turns into a treasure house of bargains on the 24th of May. Everyone is welcome to sell their own things and make amazing discoveries!

Reserve your free sales table by the 23rd of May 2017 at: https://goo.gl/forms/cr20ogOXMLIkNkMJ2

More information on the Campus Section’s Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/events/288317928285916/

 

5. PUS-Basket is looking for new players!

PUS-Basket’s men’s 2nd team, PUSsycats, plays in the Southern Region’s 5th division. We will be holding our practices at the Otahalli multipurpose centre again starting this autumn. 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.

6. KYN is looking for new enthusiastic singers!

The spring 2017 auditions will be held on:

Tueday, the 16th of May 2017, at 18:00–21:00

Registration no later than Friday, the 12th of May

Aalto University School of Business, Runeberginkatu 14-16, Helsinki

You can sign up for the auditions by sending an email to koelaulut(a)kyn.fi. Please sign up by Friday, the 12th of May. Write “Koelaulut/Auditions” on the subject line and give us a free-form description about your musical and singing background. Please also provide your contact information. We will reply with more information on the auditions!

We will test your basic musical skills, such as ear for music, sense of rhythm, note reading and polyphonic voices.

KYN is made up of young women of different ages and with different educational backgrounds, and this year you have the chance to add your voice to our choir. KYN is one of the leading female choirs in Finland, and it has broken musical boundaries and brought new Finnish jazz into the choir field, among other things. Our repertoire is diverse, and the choir is well-known for its vibrant timbre reminiscent of a vocal ensemble.

For more information about us, visit our website:

http://www.kyn.fi/ and our FB page http://facebook.com/kynchoir

 

7. KY-Slice presents: Golf beginner courses

KY-Slice is once again organizing golf beginner courses this spring for 100 euros for all Aalto University students. The courses are held at Tapiola Golf, and the cheapest price in the capital region includes 5 hours of group instruction, course equipment and a green card. More information can be found at https://www.facebook.com/events/1307327856048425/.

The opening competition for this year, Märkäbogi, is also coming up. The competition will be held on Saturday, the 27th of May. More information about the event will be published on our Facebook page this week. As KY-Slice’s member benefit, Nevas Golf, which is the game arena for the Märkäbogi competition, is offering playing licenses this summer for all students under 29 years of age at an excellent price. Enter the code KYSLICE in Nevas Golf’s online store and you will get a 38 euro discount on your game package, meaning that it will cost you only 410 euros. The offer is valid until the 14th of May. You can also pay for the game package in instalments if you want to. More information can be found at http://nevasgolf.fi/nevaksen-tarjous-alle-29-vuotiaille-pelioikeukset-jasenyys-448e/.

 

8. Join the Uneton48 Challenge!

This year’s Uneton48 Challenge is approaching! Montaasi is teaming up with OUBS and is now looking for more people to join the weekend challenge. Come and spend a sleepless weekend with OUBS and Montaasi by making a short film!

Uneton48 is a short film contest, taking place between the 19th and 21st of May 2017. During that weekend, participants will produce a complete short film, all the way from coming up with the idea to making a finished copy of the film. Contestants have 48.5 hours to do all this, which means little sleep and lots of creativity. There are still plenty of positions open, whether you like to work behind or in front of the camera. For more information about the challenge, please visit: https://uneton48.com/

For questions and registration, email us at: montaasi@list.ayy.fi

More information about Montaasi: https://montaasi.ayy.fi/
and OUBS: https://oubs.fi/

 

9. Welcome to the concert of the Helsinki University Symphony Orchestra on the 20th and 22nd of May 2017

The spring concert of the Helsinki University Symphony Orchestra is full of fantastic moments and passionate playing. The orchestra will set the mood for the evening with Debussy’s impressionistic, gentle and picturesque Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun. After this, the audience will be treated to Sibelius’s beloved, virtuoso Violin Concerto, with Jukka Merjanen as the soloist. The concert ends with selected parts from Prokofjev’s harrowingly beautiful ballet Romeo and Juliet.

The Helsinki University Symphony Orchestra (Ylioppilaskunnan Soittajat, YS) is a  full-sized symphonic orchestra of the Helsinki University Student Union, founded in 1926. YS follows in the footsteps of the Akateeminen Kapelli orchestra, founded in 1747, to continue the more than 250-year-old Finnish academic orchestra tradition. Tickets: 15€/8€ (students) from orchestra members and at the door.

Programme: Debussy: Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun / Sibelius: Violin Concerto, op. 47, D minor / Prokofjev: Parts from the ballet Rome and Juliet, op. 64.

Sat 20th of May 2017 at 15:00 Virojoki School, Virolahti

Mon 22nd of May 2017 at 19:00 Helsinki Conservatory Concert Hall, Helsinki

 

10. Heart Campus campaign, share your story!

Aalto’s history is full of amazing stories. What is your story or perhaps your fondest May Day memory related to our student community – whether it’s from Arabia, Töölö or Otaniemi? Share your story and show that you are involved in the campaign. In addition to Hannes Kallioinen’s story, you can also find stories by Linda Liukas and Esa Saarinen on Heart Campus. http://heart.aalto.fi #heartcampus

 

11. IDBM Impact – Exploring interdisciplinarity, May 19th

The IDBM community warmly invites you to IDBM Impact, a one-day conference exploring opportunities of interdisciplinary collaboration for creating real-world impact – May 19 in Valkoinen Sali, Helsinki.

Join us for discussion-sparking, interactive panels, as well as, insightful innovation project pitches. Together with thought leaders from Futurice, Holvi, Tieto, ABB and Aalto University we will explore how interdisciplinary collaboration opens new ways to shape the future.

Find more info and tickets at idbm-impact.com. Be fast, there are only a couple of student tickets left.

TL;DR:
What: IDBM Impact
You get: Smart people, insightful discussions, great fun.
When: May 19, 2017 from 9:30 to 17:30
Where: Valkoinen Sali, 16-18, Aleksanterinkatu, Helsinki

Tickets: https://idbmimpact.eventbrite.com

 

12. 19.5. Product Design Gala 2017

For 20 years the Product Development Project course has brought students of engineering, design, and business together to tackle industry problems and develop state of the art solutions to real problems. During 8 months, around 150 students annually learn team work, effective communication, and the essentials of successful product development. At the annual Product Design Gala you’ll get to witness and experience the fruit of their hard labor, the awesome products. We would like to warmly welcome you to enjoy the public exhibition and get familiar with the projects as well as the amazing teams.

Check the event out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/1796708737313410/

And see www.pdp.fi for more information, such as descriptions of this year’s projects.

What: Product Design Gala, the final exhibition of Product Development Project
When: Friday 19.05.2017, 9-17
Where: Aalto Design Factory and Urban Mill (Betonimiehenkuja 5)

 

13. Stay tuned for Otaniemi Urban Week and Art Week!

The remaining weeks of May will be the most active time of Otaniemi Free Space! The second last week will be the Otaniemi Urban Week, followed by Art Week as a perfect end of this free space project. There will be bunch of amazing events happening at the space. If you are interested in deeper involvement, don’t hesitate to lend us a helping hand!

Clicke here to participate https://goo.gl/forms/XptJmhSDDFDegYB82

 

14. Otaniemi Urban Week

Otaniemi Urban Week is an open event that brings together people who are passionate about different aspects of city from space to people and architecture as well as urban design, culture and bottom-up activism. We will use Otaniemi campus of Aalto University as a sandbox for experimentation and exchanging ideas.

The week will include discussions, presentations, workshops, idea pitching and movie screenings to broaden the view and discover what makes this space truly urban. Detailed schedule is coming, follow our event and stay tuned!

https://www.facebook.com/events/211567599338889/

 

15. Otaniemi Art Week

Otaniemi Art Week is an experimental event that brings together different kind of artistic activities and people. Installation, movies, site-specific art, music, workshops, stand-up comedy, art dinner and much more.

Take part and organize your own art intervention, workshop or anything you feel passionate about! This week is also celebrating Otaniemi Free Space -project and its participants to showcase their ideas before the summer starts.
https://www.facebook.com/events/289746631481847/

 

16. Stratos 2018 coordinators wanted!

Come and join us as our Stratos Coordinators in 2018! Stratos is a 27-year-old training program connecting top-notch master students and biggest companies in Finland through various and challenging projects.

What will Stratos Coordinators do?

We are now searching for three coordinators for the program starting in the Autumn 2017. As a coordinator, your responsibility is to run the whole program from start to finish: acquiring partner companies, recruiting the participant students, organizing and participating in the reward study trip. Because of the multitude of these tasks, you will gain experience in many essential fields such as marketing, finance, HR, teamwork and leadership. You will also attain important contacts to major Finnish companies and other like-minded students. The coordinators will be working freely and without any strict guidelines, so you tailor the program in accordance to your own creativity!

What do you need to become the next Coordinator?

Qualifications aren’t all too important, although it helps to have some organizational experience and good communication skill. What we want are highly motivated and proactive Aalto students who are willing to wholly commit to the program and make it prosper.

Interested? Send us your CV, cover letter and study transcript to the address stratosprogram2017@gmail.com by 21.05.2017.

Learn more about Stratos at our website and Facebook page. Any question regarding last year program coordinators and experiences are also wecome to the same email address.

 

17. An Afternoon in the Science Basement: From Genes to Populations

Why, for some diseases, do a few people get sick while others don’t? Why are some diseases more prevalent in certain parts of the world than others? Where does the ‘Finnish Disease Heritage’ come from?

Join us on May 20th for an Afternoon in the Science Basement, where researchers Himanshu Chheda and Shabbeer Hassan will talk about genetics research in Finland. You don’t need a background in science to attend, just curiosity!

From Genes to Populations – An Introspective

Himanshu Chheda and Shabbeer Hassan

Institute for Molecular Medicine Finland (FIMM)

Saturday, May 20th, 16.00

For more information, see our facebook event here or www.thesciencebasement.org/afternoon.

Weekly newsletter 19/2017

The sun is shining and it’s not raining, I think it’s summer! You can spend the beautiful summer days inside on a dance course or at a social policy council meeting – or outdoors, doing your bit at the Otaniemi cleaning bee! See you at the square!

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

 

  1. Changes in the opening hours of the Otaniemi service point starting from the 2nd of May
  2. Invitation to AYY’s open social policy council meeting
  3. Teekkari Village cleaning bee on the 9th of May!
  4. The AYY Annual Ball week starts on Monday, the 15th of May!
  5. AYY Herring Brunch
  6. Interested in development cooperation? Application open for SYL’s Advisory Board for Development Cooperation
  7. KYN is looking for new enthusiastic singers!
  8. Polijazz dance crash courses
  9. KY-Slice presents: golf beginner courses
  10. Heart Campus campaign, share your story!
  11. IDBM Impact – Exploring interdisciplinarity, May 19th
  12. Hitchball 4000 hitchhiking competition June 2nd 4th
  13. Participate and propose your events at Otaniemi Free Space!
  14. 19th of May Product Design Gala 2017
  15. Panel Invitation: Should Students Pay Tuition Fees?
  16. Restaurant Kvarkki opening on the 8th of May!

 

 

Week 19

10.5. Ristin kilta: An evening of prayer and praise

/blog/events/ristin-kilta-rukous-ja-ylistysilta-4/

10.5. Mountain biking for beginners

/blog/events/maastopyorailya-aloittelijoille/

 

Week 20

17.5. Ristin kilta: “Guild members speak” night

/blog/events/ristin-kilta-kiltalaiset-puhuvat-ilta-2/

17.5. Mountain biking for beginners

/blog/events/maastopyorailya-aloittelijoille-2/

 

1. Changes in the opening hours of the Otaniemi service point starting from the 2nd of May

The Otaniemi service point is open from 12:00 to 16:00 starting on Tuesday, the 2nd of May. The service point contact information and information on exception hours can be found at: /yhteystiedot/#Otaniemi

 

2. Invitation to AYY’s open social policy council meeting

Hey student, interested in student health and well-being? Pondering on equality, thinking of how to help well-being and alleviate stress for yourself and people around you? How could the heightened risk for burn-out of students be eased? AYY, Aalto and FSHS have undertaken a large array of surveys concerning student health and well-being, and the data has both positive and worrying news regarding the health of students. It is time to make that data work!

Welcome to join AYY’s open Social policy council and Studies council meeting on the 10th of May to discuss and solve problems pertaining to the subject. The meeting is held at Otakaari 1, at the Deloitte-hall (U119) between 16:00 and 18:00. We have an expert present, along with a presentation into the subject by AYY, so you do not need previous information on the subject to participate. Interest in the subject and willing to increasing the equality and health of students is enough!

Sign up by 9th of May with the link attached, so we can prepare the right amount of refreshments.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfDpReOsNijs54eZy4A_RO8kCIfFZzH3Ed4z3EkX_2HgCUU8A/viewform?c=0&w=1

 

3. Teekkari Village cleaning bee on the 9th of May!

Wappu is over, and now it’s time to clean our beloved Village once again!

The Campus Section is organizing a Teekkari Village cleaning bee on Wednesday, the 9th of May, starting at 17:00. Join the work party with your friend and gather the ugly trash from our beloved living surroundings! The Village Senate provides the cleaning equipment and rakes. Sauna will be warm for the participants at the Rantasauna at 19:00, where free food and drinks will also be served(!) The cleaning will start at the Smökki courtyard’s wooden terrace (Jämeräntaival 4), which also acts as the base of operations for the evening. On the terrace, you can find all sorts of cleaning equipment, such as garbage bags, gloves, rakes, trash grabbers and wheelbarrows. A large waste container can also be found in front of Smökki.

More information on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/297473194022201/

 

4. The AYY Annual Ball week starts on Monday, the 15th of May!

AYY’s Annual Ball week is more magnificent than ever this year. Make the most of the week and join all the different events! Read more at www.vuosijuhlat.fi

Outdoor Cinema Evening at the Alvar Aalto Square on the 15th of May

Come and kick off the AYY Annual Ball celebrations with some grilling and music at the Alvar Aalto Square from 20:00 onwards. After the sun sets, we’ll fire up a movie with the help of our friends at Kino Sheryl. Be sure to bring some blankets and good company with you for a different kind of movie experience!

More information: https://www.facebook.com/events/219265381890076/

Aaltositsit on the 17th of May

Have you been longing for some more interdisciplinary action for the spring season? Now you have a one-of-a-kind chance to hide yourself behind your favorite mask for the evening and get to know to some new and old friends. All this with a little hint of interdisciplinary sitsit! Ticket sales start on the 3rd of May at www.bailataan.fi!

More information: https://www.facebook.com/events/1675165499178986/

AYY 7th Annual Ball on the 20th of May

Come celebrate the 7th anniversary of our student union! This year, the party will kick off with a cocktail party at Otakaari 1 at 15:00. The Annual Ball 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. Signup is open until the 2nd of May at https://www.vuosijuhlat.fi/ilmoittautuminen/

More information: https://www.facebook.com/events/1866988743517378/

AYY 7th Annual Ball afterparty on the 20th of May

The AYY 7th Annual Ball afterparty will start at the Urban Mill (Betonimiehenkuja 3 E) after the dazzling Annual Ball! The party will begin at 22:00 and will continue nearly until the break of dawn with spectacular live music and company. Whether you spent the evening at the Annual Ball or elsewhere, the night’s best afterparty will be found at the Urban Mill! Tickets: https://bailataan.fi/#!/events/906689c8-9e2e-4a75-b7ab-7ba9be95dd95

More information: https://www.facebook.com/events/304703596617139/

AYY 7th Annual Ball Herring Brunch on the 21st of May

AYY’s 7th Annual Ball week will culminate at the Herring Brunch held at Servin Mökki (Jämeräntaival 4) on Sunday, the 21st of May, starting at 12:00. Join us at the carnivalistic Smökki to recover from the sparkling Annual Ball week, and come experience the magic of the carnival with delicious food, drink and program. You definitely don’t want to miss this! Tickets: https://bailataan.fi/#!/events/906689c8-9e2e-4a75-b7ab-7ba9be95dd95

More information: https://www.facebook.com/events/1623648914330291/

 

5. AYY Herring Brunch

AYY’s 7th Annual Ball week will culminate at the Herring Brunch held at Servin Mökki (Jämeräntaival 4) on Sunday, the 21st of May, starting at 12:00. Join us at the carnivalistic Smökki to recover from the sparkling Annual Ball week, and come experience the magic of the carnival with delicious food, drink and program. You definitely don’t want to miss this!

You can sign up for the Herring Brunch at www.vuosijuhlat.fi between the 19th of April and the 18th of May 2017. If the event is not sold out, it is also possible to buy tickets at the door on the brunch day.

WHAT: The Herring Brunch
WHERE: Servin Mökki
WHEN: 21st of May, 12:00–18:00
WHY: Because AYY 7 years and bacon
PRICE: 15 €

We welcome you to end the Annual Ball week with style!

FB: https://www.facebook.com/events/1623648914330291/

 

6. Interested in development cooperation? Application open for SYL’s Advisory Board for Development Cooperation

We are looking for people with lots of ideas who are committed and motivated to join the Advisory Board for Development Cooperation (KENKKU) of SYL. With 15 member associations and 135,000 university students, SYL is Finland’s largest interest and service organization for university students. The Development Cooperation Advisory Board advises SYL’s Executive Board on development cooperation and administers SYL’s development cooperation projects together with the Coordinator for Development Cooperation. If you’re interested in applying to KENKKU as a representative of AYY for the next academic year, please send your application at the latest on the 11th of May 2017, by 16:00, to international@ayy.fi. Call for applications: /en/blog/2017/04/26/interested-in-development-cooperation-application-open-for-syls-advisory-board-for-development-cooperation/

 

7. KYN is looking for new enthusiastic singers!

The spring 2017 auditions will be held on:

Tueday, the 16th of May 2017, at 18:00–21:00

Registration no later than Friday, the 12th of May

Aalto University School of Business, Runeberginkatu 14-16, Helsinki

You can sign up for the auditions by sending an email to koelaulut(a)kyn.fi. Please sign up by Friday, the 12th of May. Write “Koelaulut/Auditions” on the subject line and give us a free-form description about your musical and singing background. Please also provide your contact information. We will reply with more information on the auditions!

We will test your basic musical skills, such as ear for music, sense of rhythm, note reading and polyphonic voices.

KYN is made up of young women of different ages and with different educational backgrounds, and this year you have the chance to add your voice to our choir. KYN is one of the leading female choirs in Finland, and it has broken musical boundaries and brought new Finnish jazz into the choir field, among other things. Our repertoire is diverse, and the choir is well-known for its vibrant timbre reminiscent of a vocal ensemble.

For more information about us, visit our website:

http://www.kyn.fi/ and our FB page http://facebook.com/kynchoir

 

8. Polijazz dance crash courses

Polijazz is organizing crash courses on rock and swing dancing in April and May – come join us and learn three new partner dances in three nights!

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

Price 25e/student

More information and signup instructions can be found at the Facebook event in the Polijazz Facebook group.

 

9. KY-Slice presents: Golf beginner courses

KY-Slice is once again organizing golf beginner courses this spring for 100 euros for all Aalto University students. The courses are held at Tapiola Golf, and the cheapest price in the capital region includes 5 hours of group instruction, course equipment and a green card. More information can be found at https://www.facebook.com/events/1307327856048425/.

The opening competition for this year, Märkäbogi, is also coming up. The competition will be held on Saturday, the 27th of May. More information about the event will be published on our Facebook page this week. As KY-Slice’s member benefit, Nevas Golf, which is the game arena for the Märkäbogi competition, is offering playing licenses this summer for all students under 29 years of age at an excellent price. Enter the code KYSLICE in Nevas Golf’s online store and you will get a 38 euro discount on your game package, meaning that it will cost you only 410 euros. The offer is valid until the 14th of May. You can also pay for the game package in instalments if you want to. More information can be found at http://nevasgolf.fi/nevaksen-tarjous-alle-29-vuotiaille-pelioikeukset-jasenyys-448e/.

 

10. Heart Campus campaign, share your story!

Aalto’s history is full of amazing stories. What is your story or perhaps your fondest May Day memory related to our student community – whether it’s from Arabia, Töölö or Otaniemi? Share your story and show that you are involved in the campaign. In addition to Hannes Kallioinen’s story, you can also find stories by Linda Liukas and Esa Saarinen on Heart Campus. http://heart.aalto.fi #heartcampus

11. IDBM Impact – Exploring interdisciplinarity, May 19th

Here is something to consider after you have recovered from Wappu:

The IDBM community warmly invites you to IDBM Impact, a one-day conference exploring opportunities of interdisciplinary collaboration for creating real-world impact – May 19 in Valkoinen Sali, Helsinki.

Join us for discussion-sparking, interactive panels, as well as, insightful innovation project pitches. Together with thought leaders from Futurice, Holvi, Tieto, ABB and Aalto University we will explore how interdisciplinary collaboration opens new ways to shape the future.

Find more info and tickets at idbm-impact.com. Be fast, there are only a couple of student tickets left.

TL;DR:

What: IDBM Impact

You get: Smart people, insightful discussions, great fun.

When: May 19, 2017 from 9:30 to 17:30

Where: Valkoinen Sali, 16-18, Aleksanterinkatu, Helsinki

Tickets: https://idbmimpact.eventbrite.com

 

12. Hitchball 4000 hitchhiking competition June 2nd 4th

Hitchball 4000 is a weekend-long adventure during which teams of two people hitchhike across Finland and neighboring countries and complete fun challenges along the way. A GPS tracking system allows fellow competitors, friends, worried relatives and random drivers to follow the race and the progress of their favorite team in real time.

The winner is the team that with a cunning tactic collects the most points from checkpoints located in iconic and absurd places all over the country, and gets back in time as well. The winning team will get to decorate their home with the Hitchball 4000 Cup – to which its name will be engraved – for one year. In addition to the main prize, one team will be awarded with the Spirit of Hitchball award, with separate criteria.

“Hitchhiking as an experience is one of a kind. Our eyes were opened, the faith in humankind was restored and our goal was reached by being totally at the mercy of strangers, and the resulting feeling is, as said by so many others after the experience, awesome.”

Where is the world’s largest reindeer statue? What’s in Napue Gin? Is Santa Claus real? To find out, find yourself a team mate of the opposite gender and take a leap of faith to the next level! The most exciting and eye-opening weekend of your summer is gonna be on June 2nd-4th and registration is open through www.lyyti.fi/reg/hb4000. Registration is filling up quickly and will end latest on May 5th, so be quick!

The rules and more information about the race: http://www.hitchball4000.fi/

Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1951180235109657/

Joining us on the road: our fantastic sponsors Sievo, Enoro, RELEX, ABB, Vaisala, Lyyti, Kyrö Tourism Board and Jounin Kauppa!

 

13. Participate and propose your events at Otaniemi Free Space!

Otaniemi Free Space is a student-led, community-based cultural space and test platform in the former ADD LAB space (address: Sähkömiehentie 4 G), which will be open until May 27th 2017.

We now invite you or your community to join the activities and produce content in the space. Also, visit our website and follow our Facebook page for amazing events! The activities organized can be anything from an art installation to a lecture event, or from a bike repair workshop to a music concert. The main focus, however, is welcoming everyone, doing things together and learning from others. We especially encourage collaboration between different parties in Otaniemi and students at Aalto University. You can also come and volunteer in the project.

We will offer the venue (space for events, projects and exhibitions as well as a kitchen), different types of equipment (a projector, PA systems etc) and will advertise your event or project on our social media page and our website.

You’re warmly welcome to join us!

Check out our various spaces and calendar

https://www.facebook.com/ofreespace/ or http://ofree.space/

 

14. 19th of May Product Design Gala 2017

For 20 years, the Product Development Project course has brought students of engineering, design, and business together to tackle industry problems and develop state of the art solutions to real problems. During 8 months, around 150 students annually learn team work, effective communication, and the essentials of successful product development. At the annual Product Design Gala, you’ll get to witness and experience the fruit of their hard labor, the awesome products. We would like to warmly welcome you to enjoy the public exhibition and get familiar with the projects as well as the amazing teams.

Check the event out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/1796708737313410/

And see www.pdp.fi for more information, such as descriptions of this year’s projects.

What: Product Design Gala, the final exhibition of Product Development Project

When: Friday 19th of May 2017, 9:00-17:00

Where: Aalto Design Factory and Urban Mill (Betonimiehenkuja 5)

 

15. Panel Invitation: Should Students Pay Tuition Fees?

Hanken Centre for Corporate Governance (HCCG) invites you to an open panel discussion on whether all students in Finland should pay tuition fees. This question is highly topical, especially in the limelight of a recent report (31st of March 2017) published by the Research Institute of the Finnish Economy (Etla) speaking for the motion.

Naturally, this debate is complex, and raises questions such as:

  • What is the purpose of education?
  • Would this policy change incentivize students to graduate faster?
  • What does this mean for the Finnish welfare society?

Antti Kähkönen will chair the panel. Our panel will consist of the following persons

  • Niku Määttänen (Research Director, Etla)
  • Elina Lepomäki (Member of the Finnish Parliament, National Coalition Party)
  • Li Andersson (Member of the Finnish Parliament, Left Alliance)
  • Riina Lumme (President, National Union of University Students in Finland SYL)

Thursday 11th of May 17:30-19:30 Venue: Assembly hall (festsalen)

Here is a link to our Facebook event
https://www.facebook.com/events/1698648557100745/

 

16. Restaurant Kvarkki opening on the 8th of  May!

Dear Kvarkki customer!

We will open the Sodexo Aalto Kvarkki restaurant on Monday, the 8th of May, 8:00.

We serve delicious porridge in the mornings, and at lunch, you can choose your favorite from a choice of four different meals. You can view the menu at www.sodexo.co.uk/kvarkki starting from the 8th of May.

The restaurant is open from 8:00 to 15:00, and lunch is served from 10:30 to 14:00.

As a new restaurant, we will start with shorter opening hours, but in the autumn, we will expand our selection and extend our opening hours.

The Sodexo staff welcomes you warmly to our restaurant!

 

Weekly newsletter 18/2017

May Day is over, but the party doesn’t stop! AYY’s associations are offering plenty of events and activities for all tastes also this week, from zombies to culinary events!

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

 

  1. Changes in the opening hours of the Otaniemi service point starting from the 2nd of May
  2. Invitation to the next AYY Studies council meeting
  3. The AYY Annual Ball week starts on Monday, the 15th of May!
  4. AYY Herring Brunch
  5. Interested in development cooperation? Application open for SYL’s Advisory Board for Development Cooperation
  6. Join us at World Dinner
  7. Humans vs Zombies in Otaniemi on the 4th and 5th of May
  8. Montaasi is giving out free tickets to Espoo Ciné’s cinema screenings
  9. KYN is looking for new enthusiastic singers!
  10. IDBM Impact – Exploring interdisciplinarity, May 19th
  11. Polijazz dance crash courses
  12. Heart Campus Campaign – share your story!
  13. Workshops to help with stress management
  14. The Self service has been improved – update your contact information!
  15. Hitchball 4000 hitchhiking competition June 2-4
  16. A:Space cafe opening again 3.5.2017 at Otaniemi mall!
  17. Support and guidance for Finnish working life – apply to Aalto University mentoring programme!
  18. Apply now for summer internship opportunity in Greek: Human Resources for Unesco in Piraeus

 

Week 18

2.5. Tieto GenT Trainee Program application period ends!

/blog/events/tieto-gent-trainee-program-application-period-ends/

3.5. Ristin kilta: Bible Quiz

/blog/events/ristin-kilta-raamattuvisa/

 

1. Changes in the opening hours of the Otaniemi service point starting from the 2nd of May

The Otaniemi service point is open from 12:00 to 16:00 starting on Tuesday, the 2nd of May. The service point contact information and information on exception hours can be found at: /yhteystiedot/#Otaniemi

 

2. Invitation to the next AYY Studies council meeting

Hey student, interested in student health and well-being? Pondering on equality, thinking of how to help well-being and alleviate stress for yourself and people around you? How could the heightened risk for burn-out of students be eased? AYY, Aalto and FSHS have undertaken a large array of surveys concerning student health and well-being, and the data has both positive and worrying news regarding the health of students. It is time to make that data work!

Welcome to join AYY’s open Social policy council and Studies council meeting on the 10th of May to discuss and solve problems pertaining to the subject. The meeting is held at Otakaari 1, at the Deloitte-hall (U119) between 16:00 and 18:00. We have an expert present, along with a presentation into the subject by AYY, so you do not need previous information on the subject to participate. Interest in the subject and willing to increasing the equality and health of students is enough!

Sign up by 9th of May with the link attached, so we can prepare the right amount of refreshments.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfDpReOsNijs54eZy4A_RO8kCIfFZzH3Ed4z3EkX_2HgCUU8A/viewform?c=0&w=1

 

3. The AYY Annual Ball week starts on Monday, the 15th of May!

AYY’s Annual Ball week is more magnificent than ever this year. Make the most of the week and join all the different events! Read more at www.vuosijuhlat.fi

Outdoor Cinema Evening at the Alvar Aalto Square on the 15th of May

Come and kick off the AYY Annual Ball celebrations with some grilling and music at the Alvar Aalto Square from 20:00 onwards. After the sun sets, we’ll fire up a movie with the help of our friends at Kino Sheryl. Be sure to bring some blankets and good company with you for a different kind of movie experience!

More information: https://www.facebook.com/events/219265381890076/

Aaltositsit on the 17th of May

Have you been longing for some more interdisciplinary action for the spring season? Now you have a one-of-a-kind chance to hide yourself behind your favorite mask for the evening and get to know to some new and old friends. All this with a little hint of interdisciplinary sitsit! Ticket sales start on the 3rd of May at www.bailataan.fi!

More information: https://www.facebook.com/events/1675165499178986/

AYY 7th Annual Ball on the 20th of May

Come celebrate the 7th anniversary of our student union! This year, the party will kick off with a cocktail party at Otakaari 1 at 15:00. The Annual Ball 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. Signup is open until the 2nd of May at https://www.vuosijuhlat.fi/ilmoittautuminen/

More information: https://www.facebook.com/events/1866988743517378/

AYY 7th Annual Ball afterparty on the 20th of May

The AYY 7th Annual Ball afterparty will start at the Urban Mill (Betonimiehenkuja 3 E) after the dazzling Annual Ball! The party will begin at 22:00 and will continue nearly until the break of dawn with spectacular live music and company. Whether you spent the evening at the Annual Ball or elsewhere, the night’s best afterparty will be found at the Urban Mill! Tickets: https://bailataan.fi/#!/events/906689c8-9e2e-4a75-b7ab-7ba9be95dd95

More information: https://www.facebook.com/events/304703596617139/

AYY 7th Annual Ball Herring Brunch on the 21st of May

AYY’s 7th Annual Ball week will culminate at the Herring Brunch held at Servin Mökki (Jämeräntaival 4) on Sunday, the 21st of May, starting at 12:00. Join us at the carnivalistic Smökki to recover from the sparkling Annual Ball week, and come experience the magic of the carnival with delicious food, drink and program. You definitely don’t want to miss this! Tickets: https://bailataan.fi/#!/events/906689c8-9e2e-4a75-b7ab-7ba9be95dd95

More information: https://www.facebook.com/events/1623648914330291/

 

4. AYY Herring Brunch

AYY’s 7th Annual Ball week will culminate at the Herring Brunch held at Servin Mökki (Jämeräntaival 4) on Sunday, the 21st of May, starting at 12:00. Join us at the carnivalistic Smökki to recover from the sparkling Annual Ball week, and come experience the magic of the carnival with delicious food, drink and program. You definitely don’t want to miss this!

You can sign up for the Herring Brunch at www.vuosijuhlat.fi between the 19th of April and the 18th of May 2017. If the event is not sold out, it is also possible to buy tickets at the door on the brunch day.

WHAT: The Herring Brunch
WHERE: Servin Mökki
WHEN: 21st of May, 12:00–18:00
WHY: Because AYY 7 years and bacon
PRICE: 15 €

We welcome you to end the Annual Ball week with style!

FB: https://www.facebook.com/events/1623648914330291/

 

5. Interested in development cooperation? Application open for SYL’s Advisory Board for Development Cooperation

We are looking for people with lots of ideas who are committed and motivated to join the Advisory Board for Development Cooperation (KENKKU) of SYL. With 15 member associations and 135,000 university students, SYL is Finland’s largest interest and service organization for university students. The Development Cooperation Advisory Board advises SYL’s Executive Board on development cooperation and administers SYL’s development cooperation projects together with the Coordinator for Development Cooperation. If you’re interested in applying to KENKKU as a representative of AYY for the next academic year, please send your application at the latest on the 11th of May 2017, by 16:00, to international@ayy.fi. Call for applications: /en/blog/2017/04/26/interested-in-development-cooperation-application-open-for-syls-advisory-board-for-development-cooperation/

 

6. 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 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 the easiest way is 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 there!

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

 

7. Humans vs Zombies in Otaniemi on the 4th and 5th 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. The game also includes various tasks to make it more interesting. Teamwork 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 4th and 5th of May. On Sunday, we will organize a closing sauna for debriefing and prize-giving.

More information, rulest, etc. 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 your friends and let’s ruin the plans of the mysterious elite!

 

8. Montaasi is giving out free tickets to Espoo Ciné’s cinema screenings

The Espoo Ciné Film Festival will be held between the 5th and 14th of May 2017, and Montaasi has picked five interesting films from the festival program. We will be giving out free tickets to these films’ screenings for Montaasi members and for people that want to join Montaasi. Maximum two tickets per person.

More information on the movies and signup instructions:

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

 

9. KYN is looking for new enthusiastic singers!

The spring 2017 auditions will be held on:

Tueday, the 16th of May 2017, at 18:00–21:00

Registration no later than Friday, the 12th of May

Aalto University School of Business, Runeberginkatu 14-16, Helsinki

You can sign up for the auditions by sending an email to koelaulut(a)kyn.fi. Please sign up by Friday, the 12th of May. Write “Koelaulut/Auditions” on the subject line and give us a free-form description about your musical and singing background. Please also provide your contact information. We will reply with more information on the auditions!

We will test your basic musical skills, such as ear for music, sense of rhythm, note reading and polyphonic voices.

KYN is made up of young women of different ages and with different educational backgrounds, and this year you have the chance to add your voice to our choir. KYN is one of the leading female choirs in Finland, and it has broken musical boundaries and brought new Finnish jazz into the choir field, among other things. Our repertoire is diverse, and the choir is well-known for its vibrant timbre reminiscent of a vocal ensemble.

For more information about us, visit our website:

http://www.kyn.fi/ and our FB page http://facebook.com/kynchoir

 

10. IDBM Impact – Exploring interdisciplinarity, May 19th

Here is something to consider after you have recovered from Wappu:

The IDBM community warmly invites you to IDBM Impact, a one-day conference exploring opportunities of interdisciplinary collaboration for creating real-world impact – May 19 in Valkoinen Sali, Helsinki.

Join us for discussion-sparking, interactive panels, as well as, insightful innovation project pitches. Together with thought leaders from Futurice, Holvi, Tieto, ABB and Aalto University we will explore how interdisciplinary collaboration opens new ways to shape the future.

Find more info and tickets at idbm-impact.com. Be fast, there are only a couple of student tickets left.

TL;DR:

What: IDBM Impact

You get: Smart people, insightful discussions, great fun.

When: May 19, 2017 from 9:30 to 17:30

Where: Valkoinen Sali, 16-18, Aleksanterinkatu, Helsinki

Tickets: https://idbmimpact.eventbrite.com

 

11. Polijazz dance crash courses

Polijazz is organizing crash courses on rock and swing dancing in April and May – come join us and learn three new partner dances in three nights!

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

Price 25e/student

More information and signup instructions can be found at the Facebook event in the Polijazz Facebook group.

 

12. Heart Campus Campaign – share your story!

Aalto’s history is filled with great stories. What is your story, or perhaps your best vappu memory from this student community? Share a story and show your support!
From the Heart Campus you can read student Rosa Nylén’s, Professor Kalevi “Eetu” Ekman’s, children’s book author Linda Liukas’ and Professor Esa Saarinen’s stories. http://heart.aalto.fi  #heartcampus #aaltouniversity

 

13. 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 8th of May 2017, 13:00-16:00, 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 9:00-12:00, 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

 

14. The Self service has been improved – update your contact information!

We have improved the Self service based on the feedback received from students.

Start using the Self service now and update your contact information. Also remember to choose how you want to receive notifications from the service (via SMS or email).

http://www.yths.fi/self

Also check out the video!

 

15. Hitchball 4000 hitchhiking competition June 2-4

Hitchball 4000 is a weekend-long adventure during which teams of two people hitchhike across Finland and neighboring countries and complete fun challenges along the way. A GPS tracking system allows fellow competitors, friends, worried relatives and random drivers to follow the race and the progress of their favorite team in real time.

The winner is the team that with a cunning tactic collects the most points from checkpoints located in iconic and absurd places all over the country, and gets back in time as well. The winning team will get to decorate their home with the Hitchball 4000 Cup – to which its name will be engraved – for one year. In addition to the main prize, one team will be awarded with the Spirit of Hitchball award, with separate criteria.

“Hitchhiking as an experience is one of a kind. Our eyes were opened, the faith in humankind was restored and our goal was reached by being totally at the mercy of strangers, and the resulting feeling is, as said by so many others after the experience, awesome.”

Where is the world’s largest reindeer statue? What’s in Napue Gin? Is Santa Claus real? To find out, find yourself a team mate of the opposite gender and take a leap of faith to the next level! The most exciting and eye-opening weekend of your summer is gonna be on June 2nd-4th and registration is open through www.lyyti.fi/reg/hb4000. Registration is filling up quickly and will end latest on May 5th, so be quick!

The rules and more information about the race: http://www.hitchball4000.fi/

Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1951180235109657/

Joining us on the road: our fantastic sponsors Sievo, Enoro, RELEX, ABB, Vaisala, Lyyti, Kyrö Tourism Board and Jounin Kauppa!

 

16. A:Space cafe opening again 3.5.2017 at Otaniemi mall!

A:Space cafe will open again 3.5.2017 at the Otaniemi mall by the legendary Kynä ja Paperi! Especially good coffee as well as sweet and savoury snacks. Kynä ja Paperi cafe open starting 3.5.2017 Mon-Fri 9-16.

Kynä ja Paperi has reliably served the art supply needs of the students and staff of Aalto in Arabia since the 80s. Kynä ja Paperi art supply store will open in A:Space in June and this special bond will continue.

Warm welcome!

 

17. Support and guidance for Finnish working life – apply to Aalto University mentoring programme!

Mentors are University graduates, our alumni. As a student (mentee) you will get support and guidance 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.

Grab the chance for a great opportunity by 3 May: http://alumninet.aalto.fi/mentoring

 

18. Apply now for summer internship opportunity in Greek: Human Resources for Unesco in Piraeus

Still looking for a summer job? Want to have some work experience in business field? Passionate about working for NGOs? Then this is the opportunity for you.

What are you going to do?

Make a market research of which of subsidized programs in Europe and International Network

Create a plan of the ways of implementing the programs in the NGO

Research for international forums or events that find place and have common field with the NGO

More information here: https://opportunities.aiesec.org/opportunity/834445

Sign up and apply at: http://youth.aiesec.org/

Any other queries, please contact: ha2.nguyen@aiesec.net

 

Weekly newsletter 17/2017

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 25th of April at 14:00
  10. Join us at World Dinner
  11. PopCorn Movie Fiesta!
  12. Human vs Zombies in Otaniemi on the 4th and 5th of May
  13. Montaasi is handing out free tickets to Espoo Ciné movie viewings
  14. Join the Tyttösitsi committee!
  15. PUS-Basket’s 2nd 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

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

28.4. Aalto Gamers League of Legends Tournament 4

/blog/events/aalto-gamers-league-of-legends-tournament-4/

29.4. Wappufestarit 2017

/blog/events/wappufestarit-2017/

30.4. OtaWappu 2017

/blog/events/otawappu-2017/

 

Week 18

1.5. Waputin feat. leathertrumpetist Antton Puonti

/blog/events/waputin-feat-nahkatrumpetisti-antton-puonti/

2.5. Tieto GenT Trainee Program application period ends!

/blog/events/tieto-gent-trainee-program-application-period-ends/

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 20th 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 11th of April and for others on the 18th of April 2017. The signup closes on the 2nd 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 29th of May to 20th 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 19th of April at the Aalto Open Air event, or at the webpage teekkarius145.ayy.fi starting from the 20th of April.

There are 200 places reserved for pre-registration, and you can pre-register until the 1st 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 30th 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 21st until the 30th 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: 21st–30th 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 29th 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 25th 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 1st 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 30th 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: 29th April at about 22:00–1:00, after the freshman speksi and the opening ceremony
SIGNUP FOR CHECKPOINT ORGANIZERS: Until the 25th 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 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 25th 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 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)

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 4th and 5th 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 4th and 5th 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 31st 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 2nd team is looking for new players

PUS-Basket’s men’s 2nd team, PUSsycats, plays in the 5th 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 24th of April 16 – 18 Rockabilly
Fri 28th of April 19 – 21 Fusku
Mon 8th 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 8th 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, 24th of April, 17:30 – 19:00

Coffee and snacks available!

Weekly newsletter 16/2017

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 25th of April at 14:00
  16. Sitsi competition on Saturday, the 22nd of April at 13–17 @ Alvari Square
  17. Äpy Gala on the 21st of April 2017
  18. Human vs Zombies in Otaniemi on the 4th and 5th of May
  19. 95th Anniversary Concert of the Polytech Orchestra takes you on a symphonic journey into the wild!
  20. Join the Tyttösitsi committee!
  21. PUS-Basket’s 2nd 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 95th 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

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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 1st 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 20th 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 11th of April and for others on the 18th of April 2017. The signup closes on the 2nd 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 20th.

The genre for 2017 is traditional painting.

Submit the art and details of work by April 23rd 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 19th 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 19th of April at the Aalto Open Air event, or at the webpage teekkarius145.ayy.fi starting from the 20th of April. There are 200 places reserved for pre-registration, and you can pre-register until the 1st 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 30th 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 21st until the 30th 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: 21st–30th 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 21st 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: 30th 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 29th 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 25th 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 1st 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 30th 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: 29th April at about 22:00–1:00, after the freshman speksi and the opening ceremony
SIGNUP FOR CHECKPOINT ORGANIZERS: Until the 25th 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 23rd 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 17th 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 4th 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 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 25th 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 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)

 

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 22nd 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 30th of April at the Wappurieha kick off!

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

 

16. Äpy Gala on the 21st 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 21st 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, 21st of April, 19:00 (salesperson cocktails at 18:00)
FB: https://www.facebook.com/events/1426413620761409/

 

17. Human vs Zombies in Otaniemi on the 4th and 5th 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 4th and 5th 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. 95th 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 31st 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 2nd team is looking for new players

PUS-Basket’s men’s 2nd team, PUSsycats, plays in the 5th 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 8th 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

 

Weekly newsletter 15/2017

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 18th of April. To get your news translated, you must send your pieces by the previous week’s WEDNESDAY, meaning April 12th!

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 7th 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 25th of April at 18:00
  12. Wappu Exchange on Sunday, the 23rd of April 2017
  13. Kyykkä Tournament on the 25th of April at 14:00
  14. Sitsi competition on Saturday, the 22nd 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. 95th 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

/blog/events/sateenkaarisitsit/

14.4. Silent Music: UMO & KYN

/blog/events/silent-music-umo-kyn/

 

Week 16

19.4. Aalto Open Air

/blog/events/aalto-open-air/

19.4. Ristin kilta: Lapland trip afterski

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

21.4. TRIP Navigation course final exams and exam afterparty

/blog/events/48805/

22.4. Sitsi competition

/blog/events/sitsikilpailut-4/

22.4. Polytechnical Orchestra 95th 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 1st 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 20th 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 11th of April and for others on the 18th of April 2017. The signup closes on the 2nd 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 20th.

The genre for 2017 is traditional painting.

Submit the art and details of work by April 23rd 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 29th of March, 12:00, until the 19th 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 20th!

/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 19th!

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, 30th 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 30th 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 29th 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 25th 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 1st 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 30th 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: 29th April at about 22:00–1:00, after the freshman speksi and the opening ceremony
SIGNUP FOR CHECKPOINT ORGANIZERS: Until the 25th 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 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.

 

12. Wappu Exchange on Sunday, the 23rd 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 23rd 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 17th 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 4th 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 25th 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 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 22nd 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 30th of April at the Wappurieha kick off!

Sign up your team at http://lomake.ayy.fi/teekkarijaosto/sitsikisat_2017/ by the 20th 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 21st 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, 21st 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. 95th 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 2nd until the 31st 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 12th of April, and the mobile app will be launched at AYY’s Aalto Open Air event on the 19th 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