Happy Tuesday!

Do you enjoy learning languages? Attend ISYY's Language Café info online tomorrow at 9 am and learn how you can either teach a language of your choice to your peers or learn a language from your fellow students. If you'd like to learn Finnish, check out a list created by International House Kuopio or attend Neulamäki library's Finnish Language Café next week.

Kind regards,
Elina
Coordinator of International Affairs and Administration

Upcoming exceptions in ISYY office opening hours

There will be some exceptions in ISYY office opening hours:

• Wed 21 January Kuopio office is closed.
• Tue 17 February offices will close at 12 (Sports Afternoon).
• Mon–Sun 2–8 March offices will be closed (Winter Holiday)

If the office is closed, the return date for sports equipment and board games will automatically move to the next day that the office is open. Also note that if you want to borrow sports equipment for the Sports Afternoon from the ISYY office, please pick them up on Tuesday, February 17 at 10–12 at the latest.

ISYY is recruiting student representatives for positions of trust at UEF

Who would be better to represent students’ than another student? Would you like to be that person and take part in university decision-making?

ISYY has published call for applicants for following positions:

• Faculty of Science, Forestry and Technology (3 deputy representatives)
• Philosophical Faculty (1 deputy representative)
• University Collegium (2 deputy representatives)
• Education Leadership Group (1 representative and 1 deputy representative)
• Language Centre’s Development Group (2 representatives and 2 deputy representatives)

You can later apply for ETCS's from these positions. And of course, you’ll gain experience in decision-making! In the Faculty Council, University Collegium and Education Leadership Group you will also receive monetary compensation when attending the meetings.

Interested? Read more from ISYY website, get to know the application call and apply by Monday 2 February 12 (noon).

The start of ISYY’s Language Café activities in spring 2026 is nearing!

Do you want to learn a new language, brush up on your old skills and meet new people or for example teach your native language to other students? Language Cafés are the perfect opportunity for you! You can also gain ECTs from the activity, whether you are participating as a learner or as a teacher.

The idea of the language cafés is to provide an informal platform for students to both learn and teach languages in a relaxed manner. If you complete a couple of assignments during the Language Café -activities, you can earn 1 ECTS as a participant and 2 ECTS as a teacher of a café.

Join the Language Café info session on Wednesday 21 January from 9 am to 10 am on Google Meet to find out more! If you want to host a Language Café, attend the leader training on Thursday 22 January at 9 am on Google Meet.

Coffee & Friends continues next week!

Coffee & Friends event offers low-threshold hanging out after lectures and the opportunity to meet other students over coffee and a snack. All students of the University of Eastern Finland are welcome to Coffee & Friends. You can come to the café alone or with a friend. In addition, Coffee & Friends has a changing chill programme. Participation in the programme is voluntary and you can come for a while or for the whole time. Participation is free of charge and does not require pre-registration. 

Coffee & Friends meets on Tuesdays from 27 January forward at 3-5pm at Lukema (ISYY office in the Studentia building).

Spring’s programme will be updated on ISYY’s webpage in January.

ISYY club meetings

Check the list of ISYY clubs in Kuopio on our website.

ISYY clubs' meetings at Lukema (ISYY office in Studentia, C door):

• Tue 20.1. at 5 pm Kärmes (board game club)
• Sun 25.1. at 1 pm UEF Student Bible Club
• Wed 28.1. at 5 pm Kärmes (board game club)
• Sun 1.2. at 1 pm UEF Student Bible Club

SYKETTÄ Sports Services

SYKETTÄ – Kuopio University Sports offers a comprehensive range of sports services for students and staff of Savonia University of Applied Sciences and the University of Eastern Finland’s Kuopio campus. Please read the SYKETTÄ Kuopio information. Read more on the SYKETTÄ Kuopio website and follow SYKETTÄ on social media:

• SYKETTÄ Kuopio webpage
• Facebook: sykettakuopio
• Instagram: @syketta_kpo
• TikTok: syketta_kuopio

SYKETTÄ free trial week has ended

• NOTE! From 19.1.2026 onward you must have a valid SYKETTÄ membership when using SYKETTÄ sports services! 
• Buy the membership from the SYKETTÄ website's store or from ISYY office.
• You will also have access to nutrition and physical activity counselling.
• Find out more about our diverse services on the Member sevices webpage.

More information can be found in the January newsletter.

Respond to a survey on the accessibility of the University of Eastern Finland Library!

The purpose of the survey is to map the physical and digital accessibility of the library's services, facilities, collections and communications. Your answers will help us make the library more accessible.

The survey is open from 19 January until 8 February 2026.

P. S. Please, visit the library service desk in case you need assistance in filling in the form.

Student Tutors Needed for Next Autumn Semester!

Would You Like to Be a Student Tutor?If you study in a Bachelor’s or a Master’s degree programme at UEF and you are interested in helping the new students in Autumn Semester 2026, you can apply as a student tutor.

The student tutor helps the new students to have a smooth start for their studies. Tutoring offers many opportunities to learn, for example to develop your communication and coordinating skills. The tutors will be trained for the job, and they will receive credits and a certificate on tutoring.

The application period is 19 Jan – 1 Feb 2026.

If you study in a Bachelor or a Master's Programme and are interested in volunteering as a student tutor for next Autumn Semester – Come and Learn About Tutoring at Our Pop-up Points!

Tutor Recruitment Starts on January 19. Would you like to know what a student tutor does and what it’s like to be a student tutor? Or are you wondering how tutoring can support your studies? Now you have the chance to ask and chat with us!

At the pop-up points, you can:

• ask about tutoring and the role of a tutor
• get more information about the tutor recruitment process
• hopefully hear experiences from current tutors

Where and when?

• Tue Jan 20, 11:00–13:00 at Snellmania (at the same time as Working life pop-up!)
• Wed Jan 21, 11:00–13:00 at Carelia
• Thu Jan 22, 10:30–12:00 at Futura

Come and say hi on campus! You’ll get information, tips, and answers to all your questions about tutoring.

Working life pop up by UEF Career Services

• Tuesday, 20 January
• From 11:00 to 13:00
• The ground-floor entrance halls of Carelia and Snellmania

Are you wondering how to accumulate work experience?

Join us to generate alternative ways to gain more working life experience!

UEF Trainee 2026 Positions are now open!

UEF Trainee Programme provides paid internship placements to international degree students (bachelor´s and master´s students) of UEF. In the programme, international degree students have a chance to work at placements provided by our collaborators for two months (or four months half time).

The application period is open until 30th January 2026 (by 16.00 hours Finnish time). You can apply simultaneously, in the order of your preference, up to three different placements by using application form. The selection of candidates is done by the provider (employer) of the training position. You can see the open positions here. The training can be done anytime during the year 2026.

To be eligible, you need to be registered to one of UEF degree programs as an active student when you apply. You are still eligible if you graduate before or during your training period.

Looking for an internship, a thesis topic, or work experience in Finland? Talent Pool can help you get started

Talent Pool is a skills database for international students at UEF. By registering, you can showcase your skills, education, and work experience to potential employers — all in one place.

What’s in it for you? 

• Be the first to hear about internships, employer events and Talent Hub activities.
• Make your skills visible to Finnish employers.
• Get support in connecting with employers.
• Build networks and gain practical experience in Finland.

How does Talent Pool work? 

• Fill in a short survey about your skills, studies and career interests.
• Employers contact Talent Hub when they are looking for students.
• With your permission, we introduce suitable candidates to employers.
• You may be invited to meet employers and discuss next steps.

Talent Pool is an easy way to explore internships, thesis topics and job opportunities while studying in Finland.

Enrolment to the Pathways to Career Competence and Networks, 2 ECTS, course is now open!

Talent Hub Eastern Finland project is recruiting students to join Future Talents team. The main goal of the team is to foster cooperation between international study programmes, local companies, and organizations to create collaboration such as internships, project work, case studies and thesis topics. In a way, the Future Talents team works as a representative of the university by marketing and selling the skills and expertise of study programs and students.

Being part of the team begins by completing 2 credits orientating course Pathways to Career Competence and Networks. Successful completing will open the possibility to participate in the Future Talents Team project (3 ECTS) later on the spring. Timing of the course is 11.02.2026 – 24.03.2026.

Who can apply? The course is mainly targeted for students of international degree programmes (bachelor´s and master´s) also doctoral researchers can apply (max intake 40).

Find purpose for your career and register to career planning and job seeking courses for spring 2026!

Are you wondering about your future? Where will I find work? How will I be convincing in the job interview? What can I do with my degree? What are my strengths? Am I in the right field? What should I study as a minor subject? What rights and obligations do I have as an employee?

Students pondering about their future directions or seeking traineeships and employment are troubled by many questions. Nevertheless, don’t worry! Practical guidance, knowledge and support is there for you on the career planning and job seeking courses offered by UEF Career Services.

NyytiCoaching

Would you like to get support to identify your working life expectations and career goals? Would you like to receive coaching to find your own potential?

Come and join NyytiCoaching! The call for applications is open now. The coaching process includes three free of charge meetings with certified coach. Coaching is aimed at students in the final stages of their studies at universities and universities of applied sciences, as well as doctoral students throughout Finland.

Vamos Olohuone

We are happy to start our Vamos
Kuopio Olohuone! You are more than
welcome to join. Please contact us if
you have any questions. Activities are
free of charge. Please wear comfortable clothes
for the activities.

January activities:

• Tue 20.1., 2 pm-6 pm: Start of Olohuone: Wraps!
• Thu 22.1., 3 pm-7 pm: Finnish language club
• Tue 27.1., 2 pm-6 pm: Relaxing Yoga
  and Smoothies
• Thu 29.1., 3 pm-7 pm: Board Games
• Sat 31.1., 1 pm-5 pm: Special Program

#KPOWEEKINENGLISH

Welcome to the traditional Kuopio January Market on 23–24.1.!

The January Market offers delicious Vyborg pretzels, warm winter clothing and accessories, bakery products and food, as well as woodwork and handicrafts. 
The January Market will be held at Kuopio Market Square on Fri at 9-16 and on Sat at 9-15.

Children's Frost Festival / Pakkasjuhla, Sun 25.1. at 14-17 in Brahenpuisto Park

The event area offers plenty of free, wintry activities for children and families. The trees sparkle with lights after dark. The event is free. You can buy food at the event or bring your own snacks. Grills are available. The event is weather-dependent.

Follow @kuopiointernational on Instagram to keep up with all events and activites that Kuopio has to offer.

Lets speak Suomi!

Welcome to Neulamäki Library Language Café to learn to speak Finnish in a relaxed atmosphere on Tue 27.1. at 5 pm.

Neulamäki Library Language Café is an open, relaxed event where you can practice speaking Finnish while playing board games. When you strike up a conversation, it’s easy to get to know new people and cultures.  Of course, you can also participate just by listening! Library staff will also take part in the games and conversations to collect ideas for future gatherings.

So come along, bring a relaxed attitude and a smile! You can take your whole family with you if you like! No registration needed. Coffee and tea available.

Welcome to Sessions Talents at Novapolis on 4.2.2026

Are you looking for a job, summer work, or an internship? Interested in entrepreneurship, or searching for a suitable thesis topic? Sessions Talents gives you the opportunity to connect directly with experts from companies and education providers.

Sessions Talents 2026 is a new kind of recruitment and networking event that brings together both domestic and international students with companies in an impactful way.

At the event, you can explore different theme areas at a time that best suits your schedule. Check the day's program and participating companies online, no registration needed!

Weekly Feed is the English language newsletter of the Student Union of the University of Eastern Finland (ISYY). You are receiving this letter in your email because you are a member of ISYY and are studying at Kuopio 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 unsubscription link located on the top of the letter.

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