/en/listing/406871/feed News listing en /en/news/from-humble-beginnings-to-a-captain-of-industry-a-visionarys-final-gift-lives-on-at-aalto-university Thu, 17 Sep 2026 08:07:52 +0000 Virpi Raski 1394736 at /en The Lampén bequest supports Aalto University chemical engineering students and future professionals through scholarships. Honorary counsellor and Master of Science (Technology) in chemical engineering Aleksander Lampén was a significant pioneer in the Finnish wood processing and cellulose industries. His legacy continues to promote internationalisation and high-quality research in the field of bioproduct technology. A donation ɫɫ�� University is an impactful investment in education, innovation and the renewal of society. Cooperation Research & Art Alex ja Lucie Lampen /en/news/mentor-elina-nauha-mentoring-was-a-mutual-and-enjoyable-learning-experience Mon, 07 Sep 2026 07:58:12 +0000 Kati Kuula 1392708 at /en First-time mentor and chemical engineering alumna Elina Nauha joined the program despite some initial hesitation. It turned out she had much to offer—and to gain. Cooperation Alumni ja mentori Elina Nauha /en/news/an-interest-in-solving-the-environmental-issues-related-to-global-supply-chains-took-our-alum-maija Wed, 02 Sep 2026 18:27:38 +0000 Emilia Nevalainen 1392302 at /en Maija Lehner first completed a bachelor’s degree in Business Technology at Aalto University School of Business, then a double degree in the CEMS Global Management and Strategy master’s programmes. Cooperation Alumni Maija Kirveennummi /en/news/a-joint-anniversary-class-reunion-was-piloted-at-aalto-university-school-of-business Thu, 03 Sep 2026 07:23:08 +0000 Emilia Nevalainen 1392550 at /en The classes who started their studies at the School of Business 30, 20 and 10 years ago gathered in a festive atmosphere at the old School of Business building in Töölö. Cooperation Lavalla KY:n hallituksen puheenjohtaja Vilma Paavola ja alumnivastaava Tatu Lehtisyrjä, yleisössä vuosikurssilaisia istumassa pöytäriveissä. /en/news/learning-doesnt-end-with-a-degree-heli-bergstrom-fully-embraced-the-ai-transformation Fri, 21 Aug 2026 11:33:34 +0000 Sarita Heikkinen 1389773 at /en Aalto University alum Heli Bergström aims to support the development of Aalto’s doctoral education through her legacy gift. Cooperation Research & Art /en/news/from-management-consulting-to-startup-thinking-julia-seppa-on-finding-an-entrepreneurial-path Wed, 19 Aug 2026 07:23:23 +0000 Caitie Santo 1389425 at /en What happens when 15 years of experience lead you to ask, “What’s next?” Studies Smiling woman with straight brown hair in a grey patterned blazer, facing the camera on a white background /en/news/alumni-encounters-from-zurich-to-washington-dc Mon, 17 Aug 2026 18:05:18 +0000 Susanna Ritala 1389015 at /en Aalto alumni form a diverse international community. Nearly 30,000 alumni live outside Finland. Cooperation University Alumni in Munich May 2026 /en/news/new-podcast-explores-finnish-contributions-to-artificial-intelligence Tue, 11 Aug 2026 06:46:47 +0000 Amanda Alvarez 1387669 at /en Researchers Arno Solin ja Eric Malmi interview pioneers, entrepreneurs and experts about the AI field's history, disruptive consequences and the probability of humanity's destruction. Research & Art University Glitch art of flowing blue and red wave with Finnish text and Aalto University logo at bottom left /en/news/experience-isnt-the-finish-line-payam-salarvand-on-learning-to-build-better Wed, 15 Jul 2026 10:44:47 +0000 Caitie Santo 1383278 at /en Can experienced entrepreneurs still benefit from going back to the classroom? Studies Smiling man in a blue suit and white shirt leaning against a dark wall /en/news/from-sound-design-to-the-cannes-red-carpet-working-with-a-filmmaking-idol-on-a-palme-dor-winner Thu, 18 Jun 2026 10:42:32 +0000 Paula Haikarainen 1378229 at /en When sound designer Pietu Korhonen walked the red carpet at the Cannes Film Festival in May, it was far from his first time. Once again, cameras flashed, champagne flowed – and this time, he returned home with the Palme d’Or for Fjord. Aalto Magazine Awards and Recognition Henkilö miksauspöydän ääressä hämärässä äänitysstudiossa, puiset seinät ja mikrofoneja /en/news/can-ai-teach-people-empathy-researchers-are-resolving-workplace-conflicts-with-a-digital-twin Thu, 04 Jun 2026 04:37:43 +0000 Tiina Aulanko-Jokirinne 1375641 at /en Aalto University Professor Niina Nurmi and Senior University Lecturer Ville Eloranta are developing an AI-based method aimed at resolving workplace conflicts – ideally before they happen. The TeamTwins software is already used by more than one thousand users in Finnish and multinational companies as well as public sector organizations. Press releases TeamTwins on eräänlainen digitaalinen peili tai kaksonen, joka auttaa reflektoimaan omia ominaisuuksia, asenteita ja toimintatapoja suhteessa tiimikavereihin ja yhteistyökumppaneihin. Kuva: Matti Ahlgren, Aalto-yliopisto. /en/news/ainomaija-haarla-if-everyone-agrees-critical-discussion-is-missed Thu, 28 May 2026 08:39:48 +0000 Ville Hakulinen 1374567 at /en To reach your goals and keep up with development, you must have the courage to make unconventional choices, says Ainomaija Haarla, a firm believer in the power of interdisciplinarity. Cooperation Legacy Awakens -seminaari Professor Tapani Vuorisen kunniaksi. From left to Right: Olavi Pikka, Senior Advisor, Tapani Vuorinen, Ainomaija Haarla and Pirjo Kääriäinen, Professor in Design and Materialities /en/news/aalto-international-talent-program-mentor-matti-aksela-i-recommend-participating-to-all-companies Mon, 11 May 2026 09:08:59 +0000 Kaisa Paasivirta 1368234 at /en The Program enables companies to get to know international talent easily and develop a more diverse work community. Cooperation Aalto Inernational Talent -ohjelman opiskelijoita vierailemassa Outokummun toimitiloissa Helsingissä. /en/news/meyer-turku-donates-eur-800000-to-aalto-university Wed, 20 May 2026 16:13:51 +0000 Riikka Haikarainen 1373297 at /en With the donation, Aalto will establish a five-year Professor of Practice to accelerate developments in marine technology and secure expertise in the field in Finland. Cooperation Suuri valkoinen risteilyalus Legend of the Seas telakalla kirkkaan taivaan alla /en/news/alum-liting-aalto-i-want-to-keep-learning-new-technologies Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:22:57 +0000 Emilia Nevalainen 1370118 at /en Liting Aalto studied Information and Service Management at Aalto University School of Business. Currently, she works as a data scientist at Elisa. Cooperation Alumni Liting Aalto /en/news/from-exchange-studies-to-working-life-in-finland Mon, 23 Mar 2026 06:41:42 +0000 Terhi Ollikainen 1364403 at /en Aalto University tries to support and give guidance for students who want to learn about Finnish working life and search for and find jobs in Finland Studies Person in beige jumper stands arms outstretched in front of dense yellow-flowered bushes outdoors /en/news/alum-kati-vilhelmsson-one-of-the-most-important-things-i-have-taken-from-aalto-was-a-truly-global Wed, 18 Mar 2026 08:41:45 +0000 Ellen Kuitunen 1363581 at /en School of Business, International Business Programme alum Kati Vilhelmsson encourages current students to actively seek international opportunities and trust the power of their networks. Studies Person in white jacket and cream trousers stands by a riverside fence with a cityscape and bridge in the background. /en/news/alum-of-the-year-anna-brotkin-we-need-modern-stories-about-our-era Mon, 09 Mar 2026 13:22:32 +0000 Krista Kinnunen 1362197 at /en Screenwriter Anna Brotkin is the Alum of the Year 2026 of the School of Arts, Design and Architecture. She believes in the power of locality and the importance of hope in times of crisis. Awards and Recognition Research & Art Tummaan takkiin pukeutunut henkilö seisoo ulkona monikerroksisen rakennuksen edessä, jossa on paljon ikkunoita. /en/news/hannu-martola-appointed-as-chair-of-the-aalto-university-alumni-network-board Tue, 03 Mar 2026 15:34:14 +0000 Annika Linna 1361233 at /en The board’s new members are Esa Arola, Eila Lindroos and Terttu Sopanen. Continuing members are Ari Bertula, Ossi Leikola, Laura Nikola and Katja Soini. Appointments Cooperation Four people standing in a spacious indoor area with signs above them. The floor is tiled and walls are white. /en/news/alum-ding-ma-i-want-to-represent-a-new-era-mayor Thu, 26 Feb 2026 09:08:37 +0000 Emilia Nevalainen 1360476 at /en Ding Ma, who will start as the Mayor of Savonlinna at the age of 37, studied Information and Service Management at the School of Business. Cooperation Alumni Ding Ma