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ISYY's newsletter: Weekly Feed Joensuu Week 12/2022

Tue Mar 22 14:35:56 2022

ISYY's newsletter: Weekly Feed Week 12/2022 22.3. - 28.3.2022
 
 

 

ISYY's newsletter: Weekly Feed Joensuu Week 12/2022

22.3 - 28.3.2022

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HAPPY TUESDAY!

Winter is starting to transform into spring as the days are getting lighter. Daylight saving time starts on this week's Sunday, so remember to turn your clock forward 1 hour on 27th March at 3am. If you're always confused which way to turn your clocks, always turn them towards the summer!

ISYY's international club ESN Joensuu is organising events at least once a week - take a look at the Upcoming events -section of this newsletter and sign up to the events! There's also a new International Tuesday hangout in Bepop Street every Tuesday, first hangout is today! 

If you are a new student and unsure about how to join ISYY, order your student card or anything else related to your life and studies in Finland, please contact the ISYY team. We are here to help!

Hope you have a wonderful semester!

Kind regards,

Salla / kv.joensuu@isyy.fi

 
 

 
     
 
 

This Spring’s Smiles and Complaints Week Takes Place on 21.–27.3.2022

Now it's your time to give some feedback! This Spring’s Smiles and Complaints Week will take place on 21.-27.3.2022. During the week you can give feedback through ISYY to ISYY, UEF, YTHS, campus restaurants or any operator that affects student’s life.

You can send your feedback 21.-27.3.2022 via Google Forms. Link to the form: 

  feedback form  
 

 
 
     
 
 

 

Maiju Laukkanen has started 14.3. as ISYY's Membership Services Specialist Substitute

Maiju is studying Multimaterial Craft Science and Cultural Studies at the University of Eastern Finland. Previously, Maiju has worked in ISYY's office as a helper and as an Election Worker at Joensuu campus in ISYY's Representative Council Elections 2021. Substitution will last till the end of April.

"I am very excited about being back at the office! I have enjoyed working at ISYY very much, and I will do my best to help you with anything you have in mind. See you at the office!"

Maiju works at Joensuu campus.

 
 
     
 

 
 

2+3 Adventure afterparty - get your ticket now!

2+3 Adventure is right around the corner! There's also an afterparty on Wednesday 23.3 after the event, remember to get a ticket from Kide.app. Check out more information from the Facebook event: 

  facebook event  
 
 
     
 
 

 

Welcome to ISYY Association Days on 6th and 7th of April 2022!

ISYY is organising the traditional Association Days in the beginning of April, in which Student Organisations, Clubs and Campus Organisations present their activities and sell overall patches! Come and find out what ISYY and associations close to it have to offer. It’s also possible that you’ll find some new activities from Association Days. ISYY Association Days are open for everybody and there’s no entrance fee.

The event will be held on Wednesday 6th of April from 10 am to 2 pm in Kuopio Snellmania lobby (1st floor) and on Thursday 7th of April from 10 am to 2 pm in Joensuu Carelia lobby. 

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What BRIDGES?

What BRIDGES? The University of Eastern Finland has received a special grant from the Ministry of Education and Culture for the years 2021-2022 to promote the well-being of students and increase commonality. The Co-ordinator of the project is Riina Pääkkönen (MAT). Read more about what fun is going to happen during the project at www.isyy.fi/bridges 

 
 
     
 
 

Communal walk 29.3. 5pm-6pm

A walk is a good way to get to know better Joensuu and it is more neat with company. So come with us to a communal walk with the BRIDGES! The walk is on Tuesday 29.3. 5pm-6pm. The start is from Carelia's Alkukivet, where is also served juice. In addition you will get the BRIDGES overall patch as a memory of attending in the event. A walk is open to everyone and it doesn't require registration. Warmly welcome!

 

The BRIDGES breakfast

The BRIDGES breakfasts are relaxed and communal hangouts that all students of the University of Eastern Finland are welcome to attend. The registration is almost full so the fastest can still get a ticket to breakfast on later spring. There is also an opportunity to registrate to the queue list, if there comes any cancellations. Breakfast moments are in the Kampus Bistro on Tuesdays from the 22nd of March until the 10th of May on 8.30 am to 9.15 am. Link to registration below: 

  registration  
 
 
     
 
 

Here are the searched hobby buddies right now!

The Hobby Buddy service is intended for all students of the University of Eastern Finland who want to make new friends through common hobbies and interests. By filling the Hobby Buddy application, we are looking for a suitable buddy for you! 
 
There are different hobbies - you can search for a buddy for a coffee or movie company. Right now there are students in Joensuu currently looking for hobby buddies to

  • Classic music (also remotely)
  • Casual chilling (looking for a male buddy)

We’ll get in touch when the right buddy is found. We read applications and combine them together once a week, usually on Fridays.
 
Read more about the service and fill out an application today!

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SYKETTÄ Joensuu

SYKETTÄ includes sport services for the students and staff members at the University of Eastern Finland and Karelia University of Applied Sciences. You can see the prices for each sticker on the SYKETTÄ website and you can buy your sticker online or from the ISYY office. Remember to create a user account with your uef email before you try to buy a sticker or enroll to classes. Physical stickers are available to purchase at the ISYY office. Spring 2022 stickers are valid until 31.8.2022 so you can use the services during the summer as well!

Please follow our hygiene and safety instructions


Youtube: SYKETTÄ Sports   |   Instagram: @syketta_jns   |   Facebook: Sykettä

  sykettä website  
 
 
 

 

Important information about the use of Joensuu Areena

From 14.3.2022 door codes will be introduced at Joensuu Areena. In the future, you can only enter the hall with a code. The codes can be found in the SYKETTÄ turn description.

Users of the Joensuu Areena gym should request the code separately from SYKETTÄ staff. The code is intended for SYKETTÄ users only and may not be redistributed. Contact information of SYKETTÄ employees can be found on the website:

  website  
 
 
     
 
 

Curling tournament for students 1.-3.4.2022

A curling tournament for students will be held to continue the super popular student curling shift!
Price 50 e / team (3-5 players), no Sykettä sticker required. Eight teams will be admitted to the tournament, so register your team now! Tournament info and practice on Friday 1.4. from 4pm, games on Saturday 2.4. and on Sunday 3.4.

Please register your team no later than 29.3. juho.tiainen@curling.fi/0504904398.(Joensuu Curling Ry)

Curlinghall: Linnunlahdentie 14, 80110 Joensuu

 
 

 
     
 
 

Tips by FSHS psychologists to deal with reactions to the war

The Russian invasion of Ukraine has shocked people around the world. War, the distress of people in the war zones and concern for our safety have been in everyone’s mind during the past week. The events currently unfolding are causing all kinds of thoughts and emotions such as anxiety, hatred and fear.

Support

  • FSHS´s anonymous chat service MieliChat weekdays 8-14 via the Self online service. (for degree students)
  • The crisis helpline provided by MIELI Mental Health Finland operates 24 hours a day throughout the year, tel. 09 2525 0111. Calls are anonymous and confidential.
  • Sekasin chat helps those under 30 (weekdays from 9 am to midnight, weekends from 3 pm to midnight), and Solmussa chat helps those over 30 (Monday to Thursday, 3 pm to 7 pm).
  • MielenTEKoja chat provided by Nyyti ry provides support in Finnish and English (Mondays, 5 pm to 7 pm).
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The War in Ukraine – how an ordinary student can help?

SYL (National Union of University Students in Finland) encourages students to help the victims of the Ukrainian war. There are many ways to help, even if you don’t have much money. SYL has listed in their blog post different ways to take action and to donate. Read the post via the link below.

  syl.fi/en  
 
 
     
 
 

The Library is invoicing borrowing fees in early April

Campus libraries are invoicing unpaid borrowing service fees in early April. By paying all the unpaid fees before that, you can avoid the invoicing. Web payment in UEF Primo is a quick and easy way to pay the overdue and reservation fees online. It is possible if the amount of fees is at least three euro. You can also pay the fees at the Joensuu and Kuopio campus libraries' customer service with a debit/credit card. Payment is not possible in the KUH Medical Library, because there is no cash service.

More information: library@uef.fi

 

 
 
     
 
 

 

The Portuguese Crash Course is back!

The Language Centre is offering a Portuguese Crash Course. If you are interested in learning Portuguese and getting to know more about the Brazilian culture do not miss this chance! The course will be taught by a native speaker, and you will learn how to communicate in everyday life situations such as introducing yourself, ordering a meal, asking for directions and more.

The course schedule is from April 4th to May 18th. The classes are ONLINE every Monday and Wednesday from 6:15 to 7:00 pm. The registration is now open in Peppi and all students are welcome to sign up for it! You can find the course in Peppi using the code 8014350-3001.

Registrations are open until March 28th, so guarantee your spot soon!

You can also find more information on the course registration page or by contacting the responsible teacher: daniferr@uef.fi”

 
 
     
 

 
 

Apply for the YUFE Student Journey on Spring 2022!

Do you want to study in an international environment? How about studying at 10 young research-driven universities in Europe at the same time! 

Take your chances and apply to join the YUFE Student Journey. Application period starts 4 April and continues until 24 April 2022. Learn more about the application process below. 

The YUFE Student Journey offers you the opportunity to create your own learning path and broaden your European horizon. Virtual participation is also possible!

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Student2Student-peer counselling is here to support you!

Do you have any difficulties in your everyday life or in your studies? Do you have anything on your mind that you would like to talk about?

We Student2Student peer counsellors are here for you. You can contact us in any thoughts you have concerning your studies or wellbeing. All the conversations are free of charge, confidential, and you can also discuss your situation anonymously. Let’s ponder your situation together!  

Contact us: 

CALL (+358) 029445 8580
or
CHAT kamu.uef.fi/en (Tue-Thu 2-5pm)

You can access the message or callback request at any time. We will contact you during on-call hours. 

Best regards, Student2Student peer counsellors 

 

 
 
     
 
 

 

Nyyti ry - supporting students’ mental health

Nyyti Group Chat (6 pm - 8 pm)

Nyyti’s group chat is meant for all students. You don’t have to register or sign up to the chat. Conversation will be held via usernames.

Mielentekoja - one-on-one chat (Mondays from 5 to 7 pm)

Nyyti mielenTEKoja-chat is open and ready to ponder with you about any stumbling block or everyday dilemma in student life.

mielenTEKoja-chat offers university students one-on-ones peer support regarding studies and mental wellbeing. The volunteer on-call counsellors are regular students trained by Nyyti. The chat is anonymous and free of charge.

 
 


 
     
 
 

City of Joensuu on Instagram & Facebook

Follow the city of Joensuu on social media to find out about current news, events and other information about the city.

See what's happening around the city!
Instagram: @joensuu_idassa
Facebook: Joensuu - kaupunki idässä

 

Try the Joensuu app!

Joensuu services are now in a useful app! You can upload your library card to the app, check bus routes and timetables, see upcoming events and locate the nearest waste sorting stations in the city. App users also get local offers dirrefent stores and restaurants in Joensuu. 

The Joensuu app can be found from App Store and Google Play Store.

 
 
     
 

 
 

COVID-19 info - all in one place!

Your health and wellbeing is important to us, which is why ISYY has collected Covid-19 related info for you in one place! 

 
 
     
 

 
     
 

 
 

ESN Joensuu x Bepop Street: International Tuesday
(starting 22.3)

Come and meet (fellow) international students in the most interesting street pub in Joensuu! Bepop Street has teamed up with ISYY’s (Student Union of the University of Eastern Finland) international club ESN Joensuu to give your Tuesdays some international spirit. International Tuesday brings together all international students (and those international at heart), so get together with friends and come to Bepop Street to meet some new people!

Student-priced drinks are available all night (as always), but now also with your ESNCard. Also tasty offers on snacks. International Tuesday starts at 7 pm in Bepop Street every Tuesday and if you feel like there’s still some party left in you afterwards, Bepop downstairs is open from 11 pm to 4 am (yes, there’s karaoke).

  facebook event  
 
 
     
 
 

ESN Joensuu FRIDAY fishing! (25.3 10am-3pm) 

Ever wondered to capture the feeling of ice-fishing while in Finland? This chance is given by ESN Joensuu since we go for ice-fishing on Pyhäselkä
lake this Friday!

If you have no idea how to, have no equipment, then no worries, since ESN Joensuu supplies all of them (fishing rods, ice gauge, limited fishworms). Get warmer boots since we’ll be whole day long on the ice, some snacks, and a piece of patience since fish like those who wait for!

To take part in the event, let us know by filling the registration form!

  • WHAT? - ESN Joensuu FRIDAY-fishing
  • WHEN? – 25.03.22, from 10:00 to 15:00
  • WHERE? - Pyhäselkä lake, (meeting point will be announced later)
  • PRICE? – completely free

Check out ESN Joensuu's Facebook page for additional info! 

 

 
 
     
 
 

ESN Joensuu International Dinner (31.3 at 6pm E200)

ESN JOENSUU's legendary international dinner is back!!! International Dinner is a tasty event where you can enjoy good food and good company of other ESNers!! This event is free to all ISYY and ESN members.

In order to take part in the International dinner, you’ll need to prepare a dish that preferably represents the food that is typical/common in your home country. All the food will be shared among the participants in a buffet-style feast! This is an amazing opportunity for you to both offer your fellow students a little taste of your own culture and also to try out some exotic new flavours yourself!

There are a limited number of spots available for this dinner party and the registration is compulsory. SIGN-UP HERE! 

  • WHAT? ESN Joensuu "International Dinner"
  • WHEN? Thursday 31st at 6pm
  • WHERE? Educa Building , E200 CLASS University of Eastern Finland
  • PRICE? Free for ESN/ISYYmembers
  facebook event  
 

ESN Joensuu Got Talent (8.4 at 6pm E200)

HELLO!!!

We are waiting for you and your hidden talents! ESN Joensuu Got Talent welcomes everybody - sign up NOW to get a spot! 

What kind of talent are we looking for? 

  • Magic show
  • comedy
  • circus
  • dancing
  • singing
  • playing instruments
  • theater

To participate or attend fill up the SIGN-UP FORM! 

  facebook event  
 
 
     
 
 

 

Jokicon returns (9.4-10.4)

Jokicon is back. Come play familiar board games with us or learn some new ones. The whole collection of the board game club Joensuu Board Gamers is at your disposal. You can also bring your own games, if you wish. The event is non-alcoholic.

What? Board game event

Where? Aurora-building A-door (near Carelia-building) (Yliopistokatu 2, Joensuu)

When? April 9th 12-22, April 10th 10-19

Entry fee 3 €/1 day, 5 €/2 days

More information on Facebook:

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Global Fridays at Joensuun Setlementti

Joensuun Setlmentti ry organises multicultural meetings every Friday from 5pm to 9pm. 

We increased the maximum amount of hangout space to 15 people. Come spend the evening with us at Global Friday.

Address. Niskakatu 4, Joensuu

  facebook  
 

KAVI -movies on Mondays

Movies from the KAVI (National Audiovisual Institute) archives are presented in Tapio movie theater on Mondays at 4:30 pm. Tickets 6e, you can get them from the Savon Kinot website or at Tapio movie theater. 

28.3. The Dead Zone (David Cronenberg), USA 1983

  Facebook event  
 
 
     
 
 

Event Calendar

Week 12

Mon 21.3 ESN Joensuu weekly meeting in Haltia meeting room (Yliopistokatu 7) at 4 pm
Mon 21.3 ISYY's Interest Advocacy Coffee Break between 3 pm - 5pm on Discord 
Mon 21.3 Luomio club meeting in Haltia meeting room (Yliopistokatu 7) at 6 pm 
Mon 21.3 KAVI: "Le magnifique" at Tapio Movie theater (Kauppakatu 27) at 6:30 pm 
Tue 22.3 MtG Guild club meeting in Haltia meeting room at 3 pm 
Tue 22.3 ESN Joensuu x Bepop Street: International Tuesday in Bepop Street from 7pm to 11 pm 
Tue 22.3 Nyyti's group chat: "Time management in studies " at 6pm-8pm
Wed 23.3 JOOJAKU club meeting in Haltia meeting room (Yliopistokatu 7) at 4pm 
Thu 24.3 Joensuu Board Gamers club meeting in Haltia meeting room (Yliopistokatu 7) at 3pm
Fri 25.3 ESN Joensuu FRIDAY fishing between 10 am and 3 pm 
Fri 25.3 Global Friday at Joensuun Setlementti (Niskakatu 4) between 5pm and 9 pm 

Week 13

Mon 28.3 ESN Joensuu weekly meeting in Haltia meeting room (Yliopistokatu 7) at 4 pm
Mon 28.3 Luomio club meeting in Haltia meeting room (Yliopistokatu 7) at 6 pm 
Mon 28.3 KAVI: "The Dead Zone" at Tapio Movie theater (Kauppakatu 27) at 6:30 pm 
Tue 29.3 ISYY BRIDGES Communal Walk leaving from Alkukivet at 5 pm 
Tue 29.3 MtG Guild club meeting in Haltia meeting room at 3 pm 
Tue 29.3 ESN Joensuu x Bepop Street: International Tuesday in Bepop Street from 7pm to 11 pm 
Wed 30.3 JOOJAKU club meeting in Haltia meeting room (Yliopistokatu 7) at 4pm 
Thu 31.3 Joensuu Board Gamers club meeting in Haltia meeting room (Yliopistokatu 7) at 3pm
Thu 31.3 ESN Joensuu International Dinner at 6pm in room E200 (Educa building) 
Fri 1.4 Global Friday at Joensuun Setlementti (Niskakatu 4) between 5pm and 9 pm 

 
 

 
     
 

 
 

UEF students, develop your study and working-life skills in online trainings!

“Keys to Well-being – 5 Steps towards Future Work Skills” online trainings are designed to improve self-management skills, which are increasingly important in the changing world of work and study. Transformation of work requires new skills and competences: time and self-management skills, resilience and adaptability, collaboration skills, new ways of thinking, taking care of well-being and finding meaning in our work.

The online trainings consist of short videos as well as in-depth trainings. The trainings can be accessed flexibly at any time that suits you. They are free of charge to UEF staff and students, and they are available until January 31, 2023. The trainings can be accessed by logging into Moodle with your UEF-account: Keys to Wellbeing – 5 Steps towards Future Work Skills

Welcome to develop future work skills!

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Have you already replied to the 2022 CareerTest? There is still time!

Each year, more than one million students and professionals take the survey around the world. All data collected is useful for Universum, employers who want the best for their future employees, and for your school! The world is changing and so are your expectations and it’s important for Universum, your school and your future employers to better understand you and what you want.

After completing the survey, you will be given access to Universum’s service where you can log in to find new features such as new career profiles, personalized recommendations according to your profile and salary insight. You also get a chance to receive a free CV check and practice psychometric tests.
 
Click below to enter the CareerTest and meet with your future:

  careertest  
 

 
 
     
 

 
 

TalentHub Joensuu

TalentHub Joensuu brings together international talents and companies in the Joensuu region.

As a part of the employment services of Joensuu city, TalentHub Joensuu aims to promote the integration of international talent into the Joensuu area, offer and develop personalized employment services for international professionals and work together with educational institutions and local companies to attract and keep international talents in the Joensuu region.

As an international talent, you can create your Talent Profile to introduce yourself to potential employers. As a company, you can look for the international skills your company needs with the Talent Profile search tool or by posting your own job ad.

  website  
 
 
     
 
 

JobTeaser job portal

New job and traineeship offers for university students and graduates are advertised in the JobTeaser job portal. In the JobTeaser service, it is possible to sort job advertisements with numerous parameters.

Read more »

 

Jobs in Finland

Welcome to explore open job opportunities in Finland. On our website, you can find jobs targeted at English speaking professionals. You don't have to be able to speak Finnish or Swedish.

Read more»

 

Opiskelijatöihin.fi 

An employment service website covering North Karelia and North Savo regions. The service is created and maintained by the Student’s Eastern-Finland association.

Students can leave their profiles anonymously for employers to find and also seek employers’ job advertisements.

Read more »

 
 
     
 
 

Available grants for students of UEF and UEF's Open positions

There is a listing of grants availbale for students of the University of Eastern Finland at UEF's webpage.

You'll find a list of Open Positions at UEF HERE.

 
 
     
 

 
     
 

 
 

What is my Student Organisation? 

Student Organisations are independent, subject-specific associations. Student Organisations 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 Organisation 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 Organisations on ISYY's website to find out your own Student Organisation: 

  ISYY website  
 
 
     
 
 

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 kv.joensuu@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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