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Professor Maarit Salolainen: ‘Multidisciplinary cooperation is the key to solving sustainability issues in the textile field’
Professor of Textile Design Maarit Salolainen wants to see closer cooperation not only between research in different fields but also between the university, the industry and resellers to bring about change.
Aalto AI Assistant and an extensive AI service guidance has been published
Aalto AI Assistant, our own ChatGPT, is now published for the whole Aalto personnel. Similar service is planned for students as well, in early fall 2024. Also, check out the new extensive guidance pages regarding Aalto's internal AI services, as well as list of AI projects and AI services' roadmap.
New book tells the story of the birth of Aalto University
"Aalto. The birth of the University" outlines the extraordinary administrative-political-social process that led to the formation of Aalto University.
Short breaks in Aalto network on 14 June at 7.30-12
Aalto University’s DHCP servers will be updated on 14.6.2024 at 7.30 -12.
Board approved the financial plan 2025–2028 and had a campus tour
The Aalto University Board’s meeting was held on campus 10-11 June
New features available in course feedback tool in June 2024
New features in course feedback tool will be available after 17.6.2024 update. New features will develop the tool to be more user friendly.
American and Finnish universities collaborate to drive SDG advancement and innovation
American and Finnish universities collaborate on SDG innovation during a week-long training event, fostering global sustainability solutions.
Reetta Ranta: ‘I try to think about how to make the world a better place’
Alum story: Alum of the School of Arts, Design and Architecture believes that everything we do should involve ethical reflection.
Chat with aalto.fi – new feature for personnel is looking for your feedback
Brand new AI-powered feature now allows you to chat with aalto.fi. You can ask anything related to the content found on aalto.fi
My Hour continues to support personnel wellbeing
The majority of those who have used My Hour feel that their wellbeing at work has improved
External service provider for safety and reception services will change gradually starting from August
The service provider for Otaniemi campus and Aalto Töölö will change from Securitas to Palmia starting from 1 August 2024
South Korea Lifelong Education Development Foundation and Aalto University Lifewide Learning exchange experiences on lifelong education
The Aalto University Lifewide Learning team were honoured to host the South Korea Lifelong Education Development Foundation on Aalto University campus in May 2024.
Tiima requires Multifactor Authentication (MFA) when logging in outside Aalto’s network from 10 June 2024 onwards
From Monday 10 June onwards, multi-factor authentication will be used when you log in to the browser version of Tiima time tracking system from outside the Aalto network. If you use Aalto VPN or log in from Aalto's internal network, you are not required to use MFA to log in to Tiima.
Aalto University retains Finland’s #1 spot in QS ranking
Aalto University continued its success in the international QS World University Rankings, maintaining its position as the best university in Finland.
Donor story – Helena Hyvönen: ‘The world is built together, without silos’
Helena Hyvönen has had a long career as Professor of Textile Art, Rector and Dean at the University of Art and Design Helsinki and later Aalto University School of Arts, Design and Architecture. She believes it is important for the field to have a vibrant community of designers. The designers also have a lot to offer to the university.
Short breaks in Aalto network on Saturday 8 June at 10-16
On Saturday 8 June at 10-16 there will be short breaks in Aalto network due to the maintenance of network devices.
Marsio will open in September - read more about facilities and services
What happens there, what kind of facilities and services are there and what kinds of events can be organised? Read more from this news piece.
Pave helpdesk opening hours during summer 2024
Pave helpdesk opening hours during June - July 2024 Mon - Fri 9 – 14.
Näytös24 was a celebration of creativity and personality
At the annual Aalto University Fashion Show, a total of seven prizes were awarded to fashion students' works. Innovation, high technical skills and sustainability were emphasised in the award criteria.
