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Appreciative encounter - join interactive group coaching
A totally new kind of training open for all Aaltonians starts 7 October – as a participant you will get concrete tools for appreciative interaction both in your work and studies

Schedule your autumn My Dialogues conversation
Check out these key tips for having a quality 1-1 discussion.

Kristiina "Kiikki" Huotari: I want to be growing goodness
'If you look at things from the perspective of love, you are always looking from the right perspective. Then there is room for everyone.'

Finding love: Study reveals where love lives in the brain
Researchers from Aalto University utilised functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) to measure brain activity while subjects mulled brief stories related to six different types of love.

Join the Unite! 21-Day Diversity & Inclusion Challenge
A self-directed, online and free learning tool designed to deepen your understanding of diversity and inclusion.

Training card offer at UniSport Otaniemi and free break exercise on campuses!
UniSport is a sports centre for students and staff of the University of Helsinki, Aalto University, Hanken and the University of the Arts Helsinki, offering affordable and diverse services for people of all fitness levels. Take advantage of the UniSport Otaniemi training card offer and take breaks during the day with the Carefree Shoulders break exercise sessions.

People are the core of a flourishing programme
Aalto University has identified enhancing the sense of community as a key development goal based on the 2023 wellbeing at work survey. In spring 2024, OASIS of Radical Wellbeing conducted an investigation to identify cornerstones of a flourishing programme.

Teacher – here’s how you can add movement to teaching!
In the Ministry of Education and Culture’s University on the Move project, UniSport has produced materials for teaching staff that provide tools for adding movement to teaching.

Finnish happiness expert seeks to shift governments’ focus from GDP to well-being
If we can standardise a comprehensive metric for well-being, we make it a more serious alternative for measuring progress, says Aalto University Professor Frank Martela.

Groundbreaking culturing technique reveals crucial mechanics of cancer
A novel cell culturing technique reveals the hidden biomechanics of breast cancer

Research: price tag counts more than long-term results when purchasing medical devices
A cost savings based bonus led procurement professionals to choose a cheaper device option over one with improved health outcomes but a higher price tag.

My Hour continues to support personnel wellbeing
The majority of those who have used My Hour feel that their wellbeing at work has improved

Seed funding available to boost collaboration between Aalto, KU Leuven and University of Helsinki
Aalto University, KU Leuven and the University of Helsinki launch the 2nd exploratory seed funding call to explore research collaboration possibilities. The funding call is open until 10 September 2024.

Work out with the UniSport Summer Training Card at a special price!
UniSport Summer Training Card campaign allows you to work out at a discounted price throughout June and July. With the UniSport Summer Training Card you can access UniSport’s training card services and online classes allow you to work out flexibly where ever you are.

Break exercise month is here - exercise and participate in a giveaway!
Break exercise month reminds us of the importance of taking breaks and moving throughout the day.

Break Pro -break exercise program adds movement to the day – more videos available now!
Break Pro -break exercise program adds movement to the day

Personal Impact for University Educators in academic year 24-25
Two courses available for teachers academic year 2024-2025.

Third pulse survey on My Hour in 15. - 17.5.
Each employee will receive an email with a link for feedback

Coffee in the guild room and chat on Telegram – Small acts can help create a psychologically safe atmosphere
Prioritizing psychological safety is absolutely critical for building and maintaining a thriving academic environment..
Health Technology Engineering equips students to create innovative technical solutions to health challenges
New Master’s programme combines engineering knowledge with practical understanding of health-related issues
