Weekly Digest 4/2024

Happy skiing holiday!

There may be a break in our studies this week, but there never is in events. Towards the end of this week, you can enjoy a three-course dinner in a post-apocalyptic atmosphere in the International Sitsit or participate in a Beer Pong tournament.

Next week, on the other hand, there will be a slightly more official program with the first Department Coffee Hour of the spring on Wednesday in the A-wing.

Along with all the events, remember to enjoy the outdoors and rest a little before the start of the next period!


I — General Announcements

PIN codes are back from 1.2. – how to move on campus

BIG – application deadline 22.2. !!!

Looking for additional committee members for the guild

II — Events

Friday 23.2. International Sitsit: Post-Apocalyptic Edition

Friday 23.2. ABP x GAYY Rainbow beer pong 

Thuesday 27.2. Aaltoes startup sauna

Wednesday 28.2. Department Coffee Hour

APPLICATIONS OPEN: Solve the SDG Aalto Ventures 22.3. – 24.3.

III — Other

Glass Challenge 2024 – Exhibition in Väre until 4.3


I — General Announcements

PIN codes are back from 1 February – how to move on campus

For Aalto community

We want to ensure safe and controlled access to the university premises. Starting from February 2024, a PIN code will be required to open the outer doors, when entering buildings, in the evenings after 22.00 and the early morning before 6.15. This includes all Aalto University buildings.

Read more Here.

PIN code is back from 1 February – how to move on campus | Aalto University


BIG – application deadline 22.2. !!!

Interested in helping organize orientational events for the next freshmen? Now is your last chance to apply to be a BIG!
Link to the application form: https://forms.gle/zUw41wAgZ7GBont46

♥: Sofia

BIG counsellor ‘24


Looking for additional committee members for the guild

We are looking for volunteers especially for the following positions:

master consultant

alumni representative

welfare committee

sportklubb (sports committee)

Feel free to also join any other existing committees
Please contact our Community manager / Vice-chairman

Aino Roiha

Mail ak-varapuheenjohtjit@list.ayy.fi

TG @ainoskainen


II — Events

23.2. International Sitsit: Post-Apocalyptic Edition

Ill from mass pandemics, robots taking over, nature parched by climate change… in which dystopian alternative reality do you believe? Find out how the destruction of the world has hit Smökki on 23 February in the means of a Post-Apocalyptic themed International Sitsit.

coctail hour: 17.30  sitsit: 18.00

Tickets cost €15. Ticket sales on Kide App have ended.

For further information, please contact: @internationaldirector


23.2. ABP x GAYY Rainbow beer pong


ABP x GAYY Rainbowpong is less than a week away! Remember to sign up to play!

The prizes for the tournament are sponsored by Giggeli! You don’t want to miss this!

What? Beer Pong tournament

Where? OK20 upstairs

When? Friday 23.2., games begin at 17:30

How? SIGNUP LINK (https://forms.gle/Ys7YQ8w5zboSRA3X7)


27.2. Aaltoes startup sauna

WHAT: Implementing AI with Smartbi and IBM
WHERE: Aalto University, Startup Sauna
WHEN: Thursday 22.02 at 18.00-19.30

Ever wondered how AI is applied in the real world, behind the buzzwords and headlines? 

Come join us and explore how AI is applied at scale in industries with Smartbi, and learn how IBM Finland put concepts such as trustworthy AI in practice.

This event is perfect for students, professionals and anyone enthusiastic about AI’s practical impacts. 

SIGN UP (https://lu.ma/n0jftrcy) NOW!  Limited spots are available.

Don’t forget to follow our socials at aaltoai.com (https://aaltoai.com/) and connect with fellow AI enthusiasts! 



28.2. Department Coffee Hour

Department’s coffee hour with students and faculty members. Possibility to discuss on current issues. 

Wednesday 28.2. at 15-17
A-wing lobby / hall A1

Welcome!


APPLICATIONS OPEN: Solve the SDG Aalto Ventures 22.3. – 24.3.

Solve the SDGs is a hackathon by @Junction and @Aalto Ventures Program, where you’ll work together towards a better tomorrow by creating solutions for the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals. This year, the hackathon is organized simultaneously in Finland and India.

This 48-hour event is a can’t-miss opportunity for anyone looking to make a difference and test yourself! Work together with global talent and expert mentors to tackle real sustainability challenges provided by industry partners.

Join the hackathon on 22.3.–24.3. to make the world a bit better and for a chance to win 5000€! 

Read more and apply by 8.3. here: https://www.solvethesdgs.com

III Other

Glass Challenge 2024 – Exhibition in Väre until 4.3

Dear students, staff, department and accomplished

We warmly invite you to the opening of our ”Glass Challenge 2024” exhibition. The exhibition showcases products, artefacts and creative research resulting from our dive into this year’s theme: ”Coldness” . How do you perceive the cold? Could it be defined by someone’s warmth?  Find the answers and admire the work of young Contemporary Design, Interior Architects, and Collaborative & Industrial Design students, who designed their unique way through an intensive glass course, led by Kirsti Taiviola & Sara Hulkkonen.  

Opening times  

19.02.2024 – 04.03.2024

Mon to Fri 9:00 – 20:00 

Sat 9:00 – 17:00  


IV — Job Offers

METSÄ GROUP SUMMER JOBS 2024

What kind of a job motivates you? A fun and encouraging team, meaningful work or decent wages? A summer job at Metsä Group offers you all this. A summer at Metsä Group is an excellent springboard for your career. It offers a good overview of the forest industry and the opportunity to work for a sustainable future – with a great group of people. Continuous product development and innovation are key elements of our business. We offer diverse and responsible summer jobs all over Finland. You can develop your skills in areas such as production, sourcing and logistics, production planning, technical marketing, IT or customer service. Apply for summer jobs by 29 February 2024. 

www.metsagroup.com/summerjobs