The Student Union of the University of Lapland (LYY) is disappointed with the decisions made at Prime Minister Petteri Orpo’s government's mid-term budget session, which will impose massive cuts of … [Read more...] about STATEMENT: Finland’s Future Cannot Be Built by Cutting Education
LYY News – April 2025
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Statement: Homes for Students – Alongside Sustainable Tourism
Rovaniemi is Finland’s northernmost university city – and one of the few – but this isn’t always reflected in the city’s decision-making. The student housing situation in Rovaniemi has reached a … [Read more...] about Statement: Homes for Students – Alongside Sustainable Tourism
Apply to become a welcoming buddy!
The University of Lapland is looking for enthusiastic students to join the Welcoming Buddy program! As a Welcoming Buddy, you will support new exchange students upon their arrival in Rovaniemi and … [Read more...] about Apply to become a welcoming buddy!
International students, did you know you’re (most likely) eligible to vote in the upcoming municipal & county elections?
Who can vote? International students from the member states of the European Union, Iceland, and Norway are eligible to vote if their municipality of residence, as defined by law, is the … [Read more...] about International students, did you know you’re (most likely) eligible to vote in the upcoming municipal & county elections?
LYY News March 2025
Upcoming Events April 15th, 10:30–15:00 – LYY’s Spring Flea Market At the Spring Flea Market, you can come find treasures from items and clothes that others no longer need! All university students … [Read more...] about LYY News March 2025
The Application period for SYL’s development cooperation advisory board and SYL’s climate network is open for the 2025-2026 term!
Apply to become a member of SYL’s development cooperation advisory board! The National Union of University Students in Finland (SYL) is looking for creative and motivated people to join its … [Read more...] about The Application period for SYL’s development cooperation advisory board and SYL’s climate network is open for the 2025-2026 term!
LYY News – February 2025
Upcoming events Advocacy Events Other matters Spring is approaching fast. LYY hopes to see many student organization members enjoying the second day of Laskiaisrieha on 4.3.! … [Read more...] about LYY News – February 2025
Northern Finland Program: Just Regional Politics or a Long-Awaited Enabler?
The Northern Finland Program, prepared under the leadership of the Finnish government and published in early February, is an assessment of how to fully utilize the region’s potential. The program is … [Read more...] about Northern Finland Program: Just Regional Politics or a Long-Awaited Enabler?