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TiLA! – a new home for creativity in Otaniemi
A community workspace in Espoo for artists and creative professionals.
When there is no proof, the story is the evidence — a new Founder Storytelling course at Aalto University
A new course at Aalto University teaches aspiring founders how to build, adapt and deliver the story behind their venture — before the traction, revenue and track record exist.
Take your first steps as a founder — in just six weeks
A new Founder Principles course at Aalto University gives students the tools, mindset and hands-on experience to start building — with AI as a co-founder from day one.
Travel guidelines updated regarding sanctions and US visa bonds
Please consult the university’s travel guidelines available on the website if you are planning an outbound business trip or an international assignment. Many countries and regions have special requirements
The Dean of the School of Business will honor students for their outstanding contributions to promoting sustainable development
The Dean’s Impact Award is intended to show appreciation for promoting sustainable development and activities in line with Aalto’s values
Done: Short breaks in file services on Monday, 7 September starting at 4 pm
Short 1-3 minutes breaks per service in Home, Work and Teamwork network drives due to updates.
Time to think – Working retreat for supervisors and specialists 26.-27.10.2026
Time to think – Working retreat for supervisors and specialists
Ilkka Niemelä: In the age of AI, university education builds the ability to learn, think critically and collaborate
Universities bring together what society needs most: understanding of the world and cutting-edge technologies and the profound ability to question, assess and innovate, says President Ilkka Niemelä. Aalto University celebrated the opening of its academic year on Tuesday 1 September 2026
Aalto IT Thursday News 3 September 2026 at 10 to 11
Join us to hear the latest on current topics of general interest for all Aaltonians, presented by Aalto IT.
Aalto Distinguished Professor Jukka Pekola’s message: Basic research is at the heart of progress
Department of Applied Physics Professor Jukka Pekola was appointed Aalto Distinguished Professor on September 1, 2026.
Pioneers, pollinators, and standing deadwood
Aalto University’s campus is home to thousands of species. Nature recovers and flourishes through gentle care and room to grow.
Aalto community members awarded for outstanding work
Projects and actions awarded bring Aaltonians together and embody the Aalto spirit – congratulations to all!
Application round for Erasmus+ staff and teacher mobility grants open 1-15 October
Are you looking for an opportunity to enhance your skills and expand your international network? Explore the possibilities offered by the Erasmus+ program and apply for a mobility grant during the fall application round in October 2025.
Take a break! -break exercises on Tuesdays at campus in Autumn 2026
UniSport welcomes all aaltonians to participate and enjoy relaxing breaks in the free sessions of Take a break! -break exercises.
Autumn 2026 Finnish courses for international personnel in the metropolitan area universities
Aalto University offers Finnish language study opportunities to its employees in autumn 2026.
Teacher: Remember to obtain a license before showing a movie in the course
Showing a movie or part of it in connection with teaching always requires a licence.
Nostalgia for the contryside in downtown Helsinki – The School of Electrical Engineering celebrated Elojuhlat
The festivities were held at the Zetor restaurant on Wednesday, 26 August 2026.
Aalto University endowment returned 9.5% during first half of 2026
Endowment provides EUR 46 million funding to university operations in 2026.
Space21 Newsletter #1
24 different projects. 3 community events. Films developed with coffee, doughnuts for economics, apocalyptic games. Welcome to the Space21 Newsletter #1.
UniSport services at Aalto University facilities in autumn 2026
UniSport services for students and staff
