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ISYY's newsletter: Weekly Feed Joensuu Week 7/2024

Tue Feb 13 10:50:20 2024

ISYY's newsletter: Weekly Feed Week 7/2024
 
 

 

ISYY's newsletter: Weekly Feed Joensuu Week 7/2024

13.2.- 19.2.2024

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HAPPY TUESDAY!

In Finland, 14 February is not only for celebrating your significant other, but even more for celebrating your friends! Valentine's Day is called Ystävänpäivä in Finnish, which literally translates as 'friends' day'. Tomorrow is the perfect day to hang out with your friends - you can for example go to Carelia lobby to have your picture taken with your friend between 11am-1pm. JEIS also has a Valentine's Day card making booth at Carelia lobby between 12-4pm, so you can go and create a card for your nearest and dearest! 

Please note that today our offices are closed today due to the Sports Afternoon. Enjoy your day and have a great week!

Salla
Coordinator of International Affairs 
kv.joensuu(at)isyy.fi

 
 
     
 

 
     
 
 

Sober Disco's ticket sale has begun!!

ISYY is organising Sober Disco, in other words, non-alcoholic evening party, for students at Kerubi's basement on Tuesday 27.2. from 7 pm to 12 (midnight)!

During this decade, alcohol-free parties have become increasingly popular. At Sober Disco you can enjoy live music, dancing and have fun without alcohol.

Ticket sales has started in Kide.app on 13.2. at 10 am. The ticket price is 5€ (+0,5€ service fee), which includes the event's overall badge. Tickets are limited, so get yours quickly.

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Registration to ISYY Annual Celebration ends on 15 February

Registration to the ISYY Annual Celebration will be open until this Thursday 15 February. The Celebration is held in Joensuu, Sokos Hotel Kimmel, on Friday 15 March. All event info, such as dinner card prices, dinner menu and celebration programme can be found from www.isyy.fi/annualcelebration. For those coming from Kuopio we are offering a bus transport. 

 
 
     
 
 

You have still time to apply for the position of Student Representative!

ISYY has an open call for several open positions for Student Representatives in UEF Administration! Could one of these be your place to make impact?

With this application period we are supplementing the positions in UEF Faculty Councils and Collegiate Body, that were not filled in autumn 2023 when they were first published. We've also opened a new call for positions in Language Center's Development Group. The term of all positions will last until 31 December 2025.

 

 

 
 
 

After the Student Representative's term has ended, they can apply from 1 to 3 ETCS's for taking care of the position. For attending the Faculty Council's and Collegiate Body's meetings, a meeting remuneration is paid for the representative.

Check out the open positions and apply to the UEF Administration to represent UEF students by 16 February at 12 pm (noon).

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Sports Afternoon After Party today in Bepop!

Today 13 February will be held the traditional Sports Afternoon After Party in after party in Bepop starting at 10 pm. Theme of the party s after ski. Pasi and Anssi will be entertaining us with their music!

There will be different competitions, such as best outfit competitions during the night. Winners will receive prizes. Before the after party, we'll also have a Beer Pong pre-party in Bar Play starting at 8 pm.

Pre-tickets are sold via Joensuu Sports Afternoon Kide.app. Those who purchased a pre-ticket will get to choose one overall patch from the Bepop entrance!

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UEF will organise a pop-up photo studio in the lobby of Carelia on 14 February

Do you want to send photo greetings to your friends and family? Would you like to get photos of your fellow students and yourself to store in a box of memories? Come to our free photo shoot!

The UEF Communications and Media Relations will set up a pop-up photo studio in the lobby of Carelia on the Joensuu campus on Wednesday 14 February 2024, at 11:00-13:00. You can have a photo taken of you and your friends, and the photo will be sent to you later.

We will photograph groups in the order of arrival, so no advance registration is required.

Welcome to a friend photo shoot!

 
 
     
 
 

 

Library's user survey

The UEF library uses this survey to map your experiences of the library's services. It takes about 10 minutes to respond to the survey, and your answers are stored anonymously. The answers will be used to develop library services — every answer is important and welcome! The survey is open until the 29th of February.

If you would like to participate in a draw for a Library tote bag (3 pcs), you will receive a link to a separate form after you have submitted the survey.

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The February application period for outgoing exchange is open until 15 Feb, 3 PM!

During this application period, students may apply for exchange via several programs.

The application period ends on 15 Feb at 3 pm sharp – make sure you submit your application in time!

The calls for applications are available in Kamu. Submit your application form on SoleMOVE.

For more information, please see the Study Abroad section on Kamu!

 

 
 
     
 
 

 

Save the date for Sustainability Days!

Sustainability Days will be held for the first time at both Kuopio and Joensuu campuses in spring 2024. The event provides an opportunity to explore UEF's sustainability expertise
across various disciplines and fields of study.

Sustainability Days are held in Joensuu, March 19-21, 2024. The event program can be found from the link below:

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First-year student, please answer the HealthStart questionnaire!

The health examination for first-year students begins with the HealthStart questionnaire. The HealthStart questionnaire examines your physical, mental and social health, as well as the key aspects of your health behavior, as well as factors affecting your health, health behavior and ability to study. 

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JEIS Valentine's Day Card Making Event (14.2)

Roses are red, violets are blue,
In Carelia's cafeteria, I think of you.
With markers and paper, we'll make a card,
To express our thanks for the friendships we've made in the school halls 

This Ystävänpäivä and Valentine's Day, let's take a moment to show appreciation for those in our lives who bring us joy and happiness. On February 14th, join JEIS members in the Carelia lobby from 12 to 4 for a day filled with love and laughter as we create sweet and meaningful Valentine's Day cards for our friends, family, loved ones, and even strangers! Let's make this a JEIS day to remember! 

Who? All JEIS/ISYY members
When? Wednesday, February 14th, 12-4 (feel free to just drop by!)
Where? Carelia lobby
How much? Free, all materials will be provided

 

JEIS goes sledging! (18.2)

This Sunday, 18th of February, we are sledging behind the Lutheran Church (Papinkatu 1B). All you need to do is get your lovely self there for 11:00 and join the fun!

Because Finland is not La Palma, DRESS UP WARM! We’ll provide the sledges as you glide down the snowy slopes!

Join as afterwards as we head to Bar Play to warm up. We will be there at 14:00. SEE YOU SUNDAY LOVELY PEOPLES!

Who? All JEIS/ISYY members
When? Sunday, February 18th, 11am-2pm 
Where? Behind the Lutheran church

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AEGEE-Joensuu Sauna Social (16.2)

AEGEE-Joensuu warmly invites our members to join us for this month's sauna social on Fri 16 Feb @ 19.00 - come along to relax, enjoy some light snacks, and get to know fellow members!
Register to participate here

(If you're not a member yet, but would like to become one and join the event, email us at aegee-joensuu@aegee.eu and we'll be happy to help you out!)  

For more info, find us on 
Instagram @aegee_joensuu
Facebook AEGEE Joensuu
Email aegee-joensuu@aegee.eu

 

 
 
     
 
 

 

English speaking LGBTQIA+ hangouts (19.2)

Open hangout nights organized by local LGBTQIA+ rights NGO North Karelia Seta. Coffee, tea and snacks provided.

Next hangout:
Monday 19.2. 5pm-7pm
Location: Community space Satama.
Address: Yläsatamakatu 28

Free of charge. Bring a friend!

More information: vlad@pohjoiskarjalanseta.fi

 
 
     
 
 

Timetravels trip: Northern Lapland, Saariselkä (03.03.2024–08.03.2024)

Welcome to Saariselkä - an authentic village and a splendid ski resort in Finnish Lapland. Timetravels invites you to join the adventure of a lifetime - meet the real Santa Claus in his Village in Rovaniemi, visit the reindeer farm, or take a joyful husky ride through the winter wonderland. Saariselkä is a perfect place to try outdoor activities like snowshoeing and cross-country skiing. And of course the high possibility of seeing the Northern Lights is the cherry on top! Are you ready for a once-in-a-lifetime experience with us?!

Tickets: 389€ for Student with a valid with ESNCard or ISYY membership!

 

Timetravels trip: Lofoten Islands  
(23.04.2024– 29.04.2024)

Welcome to the Arctic student adventure to breathtaking Lofoten! Explore the magical Norwegian fjords and breathtaking nature sceneries with your friends and Timetravels. In fact, Lofoten is not all about the landscapes, you will also visit picturesque fisherman villages and find out more about the mighty Vikings!

Tickets: 409€ for Student with a valid with ESNCard or ISYY membership!

 
 
 

Timetravels trips are organised in collaboration with ISYY's international club Joensuu's Exchange and International Students (JEIS), which was formerly known as ESN Joensuu. 

Check out all available trips and purchase tickets from Timetravels website from the link below!

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KAVI movie screenings in spring 

The National Audiovisual Institute KAVI and Pohjois-Karjalan Elokuvayhdistys offer screenings of classic films in Tapio movie theater Mondays at 4:30pm. Tickets 7€ for each film. You can purchase tickets from the Savon Kinot website or from the movie theater (Kauppakatu 27).

Upcoming films this spring include e.g. Dune, Mo' Better Blues, Terminator, Kill Bill Volume 2, The Adventures of Robin Hood and Things to Come. 

See the full schedule and more information from the Facebook event: 

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Upcoming events in the spring semester:

  • 13.2. Sports afternoon & Sports Afternoon After Party
  • 27.2. Sober Disco, Joensuu
  • 15.3. ISYY's 14th Annual Celebration in Joensuu
  • 26.-27.3. ISYY's Association Days

ISYY's Club Meetings 

All meetings are held in ISYY's meeting room in Haltia-building, 2nd floor (Yliopistokatu 7) 

Mondays MtG Guild meeting 3 pm - 8 pm (15.1. - 25.3. & 8.4. - 13.5.)
Tuesdays Joensuu's Exchange and International Students (JEIS) meeting 4pm - 6pm (6.2. - 21.5)
Tuesdays Literary arts club LUOMIO! meeting 6 pm - 8 pm (16.1. - 28.5.)
Wednesdays JOOJAKU meeting from 4pm to 8pm (17.1. - 24.4. & 8.5. - 22.5. )
Thursdays Joensuu Board Gamers meeting 3 pm - 8 pm (11.1. - 30.5.)
Fridays ISYY Chess Club meeting 4 pm - 8 pm (19.1. - 22.3. & 5.4. - 31.5.)

 
 
     
 

 
     
 

 
 

What is my Student Association? 

Student Associations are independent, subject-specific associations. Student Associations gather together students who study the same subject, which allows for them to get to know their peers and work together in the field of student advocacy. It's a great way to meet new people and attend a variety of activities and events with people studying the same subject as you! 

Each Student Association has their own overalls colour, they are listed in ISYY's student calendars! You can watch this Youtube video to learn more about the Finnish higher education overall tradition. 

See the list of all Student Associations on ISYY's website to find out your own Student Association: 

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VR is now giving student discount for postgraduate students

Those studying for a postgraduate degree in a higher education institution or university are eligible for a student discount from 1 January 2024. VR will check your eligibility for the student discount by asking you to provide a student card. Frank has added the VR logo to their postgraduate students' digital student card. However, please note that the old plastic postgraduate student cards do not have the VR logo that entitles you to the discount so you should buy a new one or use the digital version.

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Information about Weekly Feed

This is an issue of Weekly Feed at Joensuu campus. Weekly Feed is the English language newsletter of the Student Union of the University of Eastern Finland (ISYY). You are receiving this letter on your email because you are a member of ISYY and are studying at Joensuu campus or because you have joined the mailing list yourself. 

Weekly Feed provides you with current information on matters related to the Student Union, UEF or other organisations close to students, such as FSHS. In addition, the newsletter provides you with information on events taking place at campus or the campus city.

Weekly Feed is published on Tuesdays during the academic year, with the exception of holidays and a few other days. If you do not want to receive the newsletter anymore, you can unsubscribe the letter via the link (Click here to unsubscribe) located on the bottom of the letter. 

You will find more information on ISYY's newsletters  and privacy protection on ISYY's website.

 
 
     
 
 

Advertise your event in ISYY's newsletter Weekly Feed

If you would like to have something featured in the Weekly Feed, please send a short (max. 500 characters including spaces), informative advertisement of the event/activity in English to tiedotus@isyy.fi.

Please include at least the following information: date, time, place, admission fee and the event website/facebook page and a short description of the event. If you want to include pictures, the optimal size is 270 x 270 px.

 
 
 
 

   

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