News and events
News and articles
Letter to Members of Parliament
We brought all Members of Parliament letters this week.
Call for applications: Model for AYY’s image bank photoshoot
Aalto University Student Union is updating its image bank and looking for enthusiastic students to model for the project. We will arrange three photoshoots during 2024, and we aim to have a diverse representation of students from different fields. We are looking for a total of 15 students.
Mental Health Week held in the shadow of students’ mental health crisis
This week is Students’ Mental Health Week, aiming to address the alarming mental health situation of students and to foster a more mentally healthy learning environment in higher education communities.
Facelift renovation of B & C staircases at Otakaari 18 have been completed
Comfort improvement (facelift) renovation at Otakaari 18 B & C staircases has been completed. The project progressed on schedule and was very successful from the property owner’s point of view. Facelift renovations took place between 11/2023 and 3/2024.Commitments and press releases
Letter to Members of Parliament
We brought all Members of Parliament letters this week.
Apply for SYL committees
Aalto University Student Union members now have the opportunity to apply as candidates for the Development Cooperation Advisory Board (KENKKU) and Climate Network of SYL, the National Union of University Students in Finland. In the committees, you have the opportunity to learn and engage in national advocacy work in the field of development cooperation and climate policy.
The proposed fee for applying for an extension is another slap in the face for students
Orpo’s government is proposing a fee of 50 euros for university students applying for an extension to complete their studies. The government’s goal is to raise the level of education in Finland, but at the same time, it is adding new obstacles to students’ graduation. Combined with the cuts to subsistence, adding a fee for applying for an extension only serves to repeat the same old message to students: you are nothing but a burden to society.
The year 2024 is Tempaus year
The eight-year wait is over. The rumours are true – the year 2024 is Tempaus year! In Tempaus, students have an impact on the world with a twinkle in their eye, yet seriously.
Events
Blog
Mental Health Week held in the shadow of students’ mental health crisis
This week is Students’ Mental Health Week, aiming to address the alarming mental health situation of students and to foster a more mentally healthy learning environment in higher education communities.
Sofia Tynkkynen, Chair of ASY, the Housing Cooperative, talks about her year in tenant democracy.
Sofia Tynkkynen, Chair of ASY, the Housing Cooperative, talks about her year in tenant democracy.
Get involved in tenant democracy!
The annual residents' meetings are approaching, offering you the opportunity to participate and influence the affairs of your building.
Free education must be preserved
Today is the Day of Free Education. In the light of current politics, the significance of the day is even greater. Free education must not be compromised.Come work for AYY!
Aalto University Student Union employs 40 people, ranging from professionals who are just starting their careers to very experienced employees.
AYY live
At AYY live, you can follow the Representative Council meetings, among other things.
Housing
AYY owns 2,600 apartments in the metropolitan area, providing homes for 3,200 student union members.
