This is AYY’s weekly newsletter 46/2011

The union meeting of National Union of University Students in Finland (SYL) will be arranged in the following weekend in Hyvinkää. If you want to participate, just tune to the Aate frequency and follow the live thriller online.

1. This week’s events
2. Apply for AYY’s exchange scholarship in the autumn
3. Participate in Be a Change event
4. The Tenured Professors’ Installation Lectures at Aalto University on 16 Nov 2011
5. Writing a master’s thesis for a company
6. How to distinguish yourself in online job search workshop
7. Welcome to develop HSL website from the student’s perspective on Wednesday, 23 Nov, 2pm–4pm!
8. Finland and the Economic Crisis in the EU lecture series

1. This week’s events

• Tuesday, 15 Nov: Excu to Parliament House
• Tuesday, 15 Nov: MIDE Demo day
• Wednesday, 16 Nov: Radio amateur degree
• Wednesday, 16 Nov: Novemberfest
• Friday, 18 Nov: Swine festival

2. Apply for AYY’s exchange scholarship in the autumn

AYY wants to support the internationalisation of its members by assisting exchange studies with scholarships. The first application round for exchange scholarships was arranged in July and the second application round is currently underway. Scholarships worth 10,000 euro will be allocated. The amount of an individual scholarship is the maximum of 800 euro. The deadline for applications is 11.59pm on 30 Nov. More information on the scholarship and application instructions are available on AYY’s website.

Further information: AYY Board Member Antti Karkola, antti.karkola@ayy.fi

3. Participate in Be a Change event

Are you interested in social entrepreneurship? Do you want to develop your business idea?

Be A Change 2011 is a social-oriented business idea competition that gathers entrepreneurial people in search for innovative, sustainable business ideas that create solutions for the world’s challenges. The event is open both to individuals who already have an idea that they want to share and those who are simply interested in networking, discovering innovations and caring for society.

Join the weekend full of inspiration and creativeness from 18 to 20 November 2011 @ Aalto Design Factory (Otaniemi).

Sign up before 16 Nov on our website.

Follow us on http://www.facebook.com/beachange

4. The Tenured Professors’ Installation Lectures at Aalto University on 16 Nov 2011

Aalto University celebrates its tenured professors with lectures given by the new Associate Professors and Full Professors. You are very welcome to Dipoli, Auditorium (address Otakaari 24, Espoo) on Wednesday 16 November 2011 at 2pm.

• ”Physics of society”, Santo Fortunato, Aalto University School of Science, Department of Biomedical Engineering and Computational Science
• ”Towards efficient use of radio spectrum”, Riku Jäntti, Aalto University School of Electrical Engineering, Department of Communications and Networking
• ”Getting in touch with atoms and molecules”Peter Liljeroth, Aalto University School of Science, Department of Applied Physics
• “Cognitive Microelectronics”, Jussi Ryynänen, Aalto University School of Electrical Engineering, Department of Micro and Nanosciences

All lectures will be held in English.

The multidisciplinary lectures will be followed by a reception hosted by Tuula Teeri, the President of Aalto University.

Welcome!

Tenure Track is the core academic career system of Aalto University. It is the foundation of Aalto University’s objective to be a world-class university with a distinct profile, in which science and art meet business and technology. Aalto Tenure Track offers a well-supported career path aimed at the professorial level for successful academics.

Tenure track is based on the principle of commitment from the university and the individual to their academic career; it has clearly defined expectations, incentives, and assistance in personal, professional and academic development.

More information about the speakers

5. Writing a master’s thesis for a company

Wed, 16 Nov 2011, 2pm-4pm, Otaniemi

There is a wide range of practices on writing a thesis, administrative and legal perspectives and a variety of funding opportunities. Come and hear about different options and collect ideas for your own thesis.

The target group includes particularly those students who are nearing the thesis phase but students in the early stage of their studies are also welcome.

Read the more specific programme and sign up no later than 14 Nov in the event calendar of Aalto CareerWeb.

6. How to distinguish yourself in online job search workshop

Wed, 30 Nov, 2pm-4pm, Otaniemi

Many companies are looking for employees through online application forms. How could your application stand out?

In the training, you will learn how you can highlight your know-how in online job search and how to take advantage of the menus and open fields in the application form. You will also hear how employers search for job applicants from their own applicant data files.

The training consists of lectures, tips for filling out job application forms and working in small groups. 25 Aalto University engineering degree students in the order of registration can participate in the training.

Read the more specific programme and sign up no later than 18 Nov in the event calendar of Aalto CareerWeb.

7. Welcome to develop HSL website from the student’s perspective on Wednesday, 23 Nov, 2pm–4pm!

Now you have the opportunity to influence the future of the website of Helsinki Regional Transport Authority (HSL)! HSL and Opiskelijametropoli project will arrange a brainstorming workshop on Wednesday, 23 Nov 2011, 2pm-4pm on the development of HSL website from the student’s perspective.

A new user group site will be created on HSL website for students and academic communities. Now we want to hear what kind of information you need from HSL site? How could HSL website better serve you during your studies? How could the Journey Planner better serve the students’ needs? What kind of information and services would you like to see in the maps? Which information or online service would improve the mobility between campuses in the metropolitan area?

Coffee and snacks are provided in the event. In addition, students receive two movie tickets for their participation.

The event is arranged by Opiskelijametropoli project in cooperation with HSL. The workshop includes experts of HSL communications and public transport development. Binding registrations by 16 Nov to Project Designer Hanne Hämäläinen (hanne.m.hamalainen@hel.fi). Please mention your university, major subject, study phase and possible food allergies.

The event will be held in Bock House/Old Town Hall next to the Senate Square (the Greens’ Room 333, Aleksanterinkatu 20).

Welcome!

8. Finland and the Economic Crisis in the EU lecture series

The lecture series (in Finnish) is open to public at Little Parliament Citizen Info, Arkadiankatu 3, Helsinki. At the end of the events, the public has the opportunity to ask questions and participate in discussions.

Wednesday, 16 Nov, 12.30pm-1.45pm Greece, Italy and leverage – what’s new in the euro crisis? Counsellor Martti Salmi, Ministry of Finance

Thursday, 24 Nov, 12.30pm-1.30pm Parliament and the economic crisis of the EU, Chair of the Grand Committee of the Finnish Parliament Miapetra Kumpula-Natri

Tuesday, 29 Nov, 2pm-3pm How to proceed? Professor of Finance Vesa Puttonen, Aalto University

Coffee is provided before the events. Free admission, welcome!

Organised by Uusimaa Europe Information, Parliament Information Office and the Finnish Delegation of European Commission.

Further information:

Hanna Päivärinta, Regional Communications Officer, Uusimaa Europe Information, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, tel. (09) 1605 6565, gsm 040 510 7511, hanna.paivarinta@formin.fi

www.eurooppatiedotus.fi

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This is AYY’s weekly newsletter 45/2011

AYY’s Representative Council elections were conducted and the voting rate was 31. You can read the election release here and see the results here AYY congratulates all the new representatives

1. This week’s events
2. Ticket sales of the closing party of AYYDVENTURES week to begin on Monday
3. Scholarships of the Polytech Choir Fund now available for application
4. Physicist Spex 2011: Kekkonen
5. Prodeko’s boy calendar is here
6. MoA’s registration period open until 1 Dec 2011
7. Rock excavation work continues in Otaniemi
8. Writing a thesis for a company – in employment or with a scholarship?
9. Mide demo day on 15 Nov 2011
10. Launch of the Aalto University WDC2012 programme
11. Welcome to the ARENA Career Fair at Aalto University School of Economics, Wed, 9 Nov!

1. This week’s events

• International Week AYYDVENTURES – ALL INCLUSIVE
• Monday, 7 Nov: AYYDVENTURES Café lingua
• Monday, 7 Nov: Karaoke evening: Can I sing, daddy?
• Tuesday, 8 Nov: Panel of AYY’s chairperson candidates for the Representative Council and the former of the board
• Tuesday, 8 Nov: AYYDVENTURES Finnish Movie Night
• Wednesday, 9 Nov: Next stop AYY 2012 – AYY Recruitment evening
• Thursday, 10 Nov: One night in forbidden city
• Thursday, 10 Nov: Polirytmi open jamming session
• Thursday, 10 Nov: Fennovoima presents
• Saturday, 12 Nov: AYYDVENTURES all inclusive – TERMINUS

2. Ticket sales of the closing party of AYYDVENTURES week to begin on Monday

The closing party of AYY’s international week, AYYDVENTURES, will be held at Design Factory on 12 Nov, 6pm onwards. There are plenty of interesting events and exotic performers. Tickets in advance cost 6 euro and 8 euro at the entrance. In addition to the programme, the ticket price also includes African food and admission to the after party at Fredan Tivoli, so you will certainly get value for your money. Join the party! Also check out the other events of the international week.

Tickets are sold as follows: Otaniemi Main Building: 7-11 Nov, 11am-1pm, Taik: 7 Nov, 11am-1pm, School of Economics: 11 Nov 12noon-2.15pm

See the preliminary programme

3. Scholarships of the Polytech Choir Fund now available for application

The Polytech Choir Fund invites applications for scholarships for the choir term 2011-2012. The purpose of the Polytech Choir Fund is to support and promote with scholarships and grants the singing activities of AYY members and the members of AYY associations.

Applicants are asked to clarify their singing activities and to justify the need for the scholarship. The application should include the applicant’s social security number, tax municipality, contact information and account number, the copy of AYY’s membership fee receipt or the student card and the explanation of the expenses of singing activities during the choir term September 2011–August 2012 with supporting documents.

Applications must be submitted by Thursday, 17 Nov 2011, to the address Polyteknikkojen Kuoron Rahasto, Eero Hämäläinen, PL 69, 02151 Espoo. You can also leave your application in an envelope with this contact information to AYY’s Otaniemi Service Point.

Late applications will not be processed.

If you need more information, please contact Secretary of the Polytech Choir Fund Eero Hämäläinen, 0400 629208, eero.hamalainen@polyteknikkojenkuoro.fi

4. Physicist Spex 2011: Kekkonen

“Kekkonen. Kekkonen. Kekkonen.” echoes everywhere in November 2011. This is an amazing story of what might have happened in the recent history without us knowing about it. Secrets will be revealed one after another, masks will drop and hearts break when President Kekkonen with his friends and foes walks onto the stage. Will the world peace remain? Will vodka help? And who on earth is the man in the closet?

Physicist Spex presents Kekkonen, its fine and rich third production in 2011 in Kannusali (Kannusillankatu 4, Espoon keskus). There are three performances: Fri, 11 Nov, 6pm, Sat, 12 Nov, 5pm and Wed, 16 Nov, 6pm. In addition, you can enjoy the spex atmosphere at Nachspex sitsit party on Sunday, 13 Nov.

Ticket sales will be arranged in the lobby of the former TKK main building on weekdays between 31 Oct-16 Nov and online at www.fyysikkokilta.fi/speksi where you can also get to know the characters in advance and sign up for the sitsit. The student ticket price is €10.

Come along and experience speed, entertainment and danger. See you at Physisict Spex!

5. Prodeko’s boy calendar is here

The long anticipated Prodeko’s boy calendar is finally here! Prodeko boys have worked hard at the gym numerous times last winter and spring for you and the calendar! The calendar was published on Prodeko’s anniversary week and you can also order it online. The calendar has been incredibly popular and also was presented on Iltalehti website.

The hottest Christmas gift is really popular so order yours before the edition runs out!

Official website of the calendar and orders.
FB site of the calendar (like it!)
With testosterone greetings, Prodeko boys 😉

6. MoA’s registration period open until 1 Dec 2011

MoA 2012 is an event arranged every May, which focuses on new master graduates. If you graduate from Aalto University no later than May 2012, MoA is a great place for you to showcase your thesis to a wider audience.

Traditionally, MoA has presented the thesis of the Masters of Arts but now along with Aalto, we expand this arena to also include other fields of study. Although the exhibition is, and will remain, the focus of MoA, we also offer the opportunity to present conceptual and written thesis through demos, seminars, pitching , slams and discussions.

MoA provides not only a festive end to your studies but also a stage where you can present the final results of your studies to the general public and meet other graduates. Please sign up at www.moa.fi and become part of the greatest World Design Helsinki 2012 project arrranged by Aalto University: MoA 2012!!

Further information at www.moa.fi and from Event Producer Katri Winqvist, tel. (050) 591 4314 or email katri.winqvist@aalto.fi

7. Rock excavation work to continue in Otaniemi

Rock excavation work continues in Otaniemi also on week 45 (7-11 Nov) between the wings Y and M. The work will cause noise, dust and dirt on road.

The pedestrian underpass constructed on Otakaari side is nearing completion. District heating work of Fortum, which is independent from NCC Rakennus work site, is preventing the use of the underpass for now.

8. Writing a thesis for a company – in employment or with a scholarship?

Wed, 16 Nov 2011, 2pm-4pm at Otaniemi

There is a wide range of practices on writing a thesis, administrative and legal perspectives and a variety of funding opportunities. Come and hear about different options and collect ideas for your own thesis.

The target group includes particularly those students who are nearing the thesis phase but students in the early stage of their studies are also welcome.

Read the more specific programme and sign up in the event calendar of Aalto CareerWeb.

9. MIDE DEMO DAY, NOV 15, 2011

Saha, Otaniemi, 12am–3pm

MIDE is a research programme on digitalisation and energy technology at Aalto. It carries out long-term projects aimed at creating high-level expertise and building multidisciplinary cooperative research consortia inside Aalto University.

On 15 November, MIDE will bring all its 11 research projects and 3 student projects under the same roof – just for you! Come and get a hands-on experience from our demos and taste delicious waffles at the Aalto on Waffles stand!

Coming up on Demo Day:

• How to make a transparent loudspeaker
• A multi-touch table aiding urban planning
• How LEDs can exceed 100% efficiency
• A carry-on hydrogen supply for your mobile
• How to cut a work machine’s energy consumption by more than half
• How to make real business in a virtual world

For more information on MIDE and the event, please visit http://mide.aalto.fi or contact elina.karvonen@aalto.fi.

10. Launch of the Aalto University WDC2012 programme

The World Design Capital Helsinki 2012 year is approaching, and the preparations are well underway. Aalto University plays a major role in the content production for the WDC 2012 programme, and the year will bring a great deal of visibility for us both in Finland and internationally. The theme chosen by Aalto University is the promotion of better living environments under the title Living+.

You are welcome to join us and learn more about our theme, Living+ and about the projects and events at Aalto during the theme year. The event is a great way to meet other members of Aalto involved in the same project, while also enjoying delicious refreshments.

FIND OUT MORE AND GET INVOLVED

WHAT Aalto University and World Design Capital Helsinki 2012
WHERE Design Factory, Betonimiehenkuja 5, Otaniemi
WHEN 17 Nov 2011, 2pm-4pm

The more specific programme of the event and the registration form are available at Inside (requires logging in with Aalto user name).

11. Welcome to the ARENA Career Fair on Wed 9th November at Aalto University School of Economics!

The annual ARENA Career Fair will be held this year on 9 November in the main building. ARENA Career Fair is the biggest contact event organised for Economics students in Finland. This year we celebrate the 20th ARENA Career Fair and there are more than 70 exhibitors presented. ARENA is organised by Aalto University School of Economics and Hanken.

The fair opens at 9.30am, and the bustle continues until 4pm. Besides visiting the stands, you can learn about potential employers by participating in company presentations and the CV-Clinic. New this year: SME stands and opportunity to participate in speed interviews for the open positions of companies. At ARENA-On-Line you can also get acquainted with a number of employers.

Welcome to learn and expand your network! More information on ARENA Fair, schedule and how to get most out of ARENA Fair at https://into.aalto.fi/display/encareer/ARENA+Career+Fair

The link of the week

Something to do on boring lectures or just for fun! http://firstpersontetris.com/