From August 1, 2025, most students will no longer be eligible for general housing allowance. Instead, they will receive the student housing supplement. Read here what the change means in … [Read more...] about Degree student! Are you currently eligible for general housing allowance?
Student Unions: University Community Must Stand Up Against Open University Degrees!
In its mid-term policy review session between 22 and 23 April 2025, the Finnish Government decided to give open universities the authority to grant degrees. This would be a huge revolution in Finnish … [Read more...] about Student Unions: University Community Must Stand Up Against Open University Degrees!
STATEMENT: Finland’s Future Cannot Be Built by Cutting Education
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!