For alumni
Alumni collaboration is an integral part of Xamk’s alumni activities.
It can take many forms, ranging from one-off contributions to longer-term cooperation between Xamk and its alumni.
Participation in alumni collaboration is always voluntary, and each alum can engage in ways that best suit their interests and situation.
Alumni status is lifelong; everyone who has graduated from Xamk remains part of our alumni community, regardless of their level of involvement in alumni activities.
As a Xamk alum, you are an important ambassador for our UAS in Finland and internationally. We also aim to provide meaningful opportunities and added value for you as part of our alumni network.
All who have completed a degree from Kymenlaakso UAS, Mikkeli UAS or South-Eastern Finland UAS are Xamk alumni!
From student to alum — alumni collaboration with Xamk
Collaboration with Xamk can offer our alumni a variety of opportunities, for example:
- Developing your expertise (e.g., mentoring, giving lectures)
- Supporting students (e.g., sharing your career story, visiting study courses)
- Expanding your professional network (events and activities)
- Professional collaboration (contributing your expertise to Xamk’s RDI activities or education)
You can tell us which forms of collaboration interest you through the Alumni Portal.
Participation in alumni collaboration is always voluntary, and using the portal does not commit you to anything.
You can find the Alumni Portal on this page in the following section.
Expertise for companies and organisations
You can explore Xamk’s broader collaboration opportunities with companies and organisations here:
Services – Kaakkois-Suomen ammattikorkeakoulu Xamk
Follow our channels
LinkedIn
Add the time of your graduation and Xamk – South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Sciences in “Education” on your profile and follow us.
Instagram
Follow us on Instagram: Xamkfi, where we publish alumni-related content as well.
Don’t hold back with tagging us in your posts, on which you feel connected to your former University; we are happy to react in our alumni’s publications, which we have the honor to be included in.
Alumni newsletter
Stay connected with Xamk and your alumni community through our alumni newsletter.
You’ll receive the latest updates on education opportunities, webinars, and events, as well as insights from our diverse RDI activities. The newsletter also shares stories, experiences, and greetings from fellow alumni and Xamk staff.
The newsletter is delivered by email six times a year, bringing you inspiration, new ideas, and opportunities to stay involved.
Xamk’s Alumni Portal
Our Alumni Portal is a platform designed for our alumni, where you can share your career information and your interests in alumni collaboration. The information you provide is updated to our internal alumni register, which is used to support Xamk’s alumni activities and collaboration. All data processing is guided by data protection requirements and defined usage policies.
In the portal, you can tell us about your ongoing interests and needs related to alumni activities. For example, you can indicate if you are interested in:
- Giving lectures at Xamk
- Hosting company visits at your workplace
- Mentoring students
- Receiving invitations to events related to your degree or field
- Sharing your experiences in an alumni story interview.
If a suitable opportunity matching your interests arises, for example, in a degree programme, course, or project, we will contact you!
Practical information
Using the Alumni Portal and being part of our alumni register is free of charge. You can view, edit, and update your information in the portal at any time.
You can also activate a communication restriction if you prefer not to be contacted regarding alumni collaboration. Please note that if you wish to unsubscribe from the alumni newsletter, you need to do so separately using the link provided at the end of the newsletter.
The Xamk Alumni Portal is intended for all graduates of Kymenlaakso, Mikkeli, and South-Eastern Finland Universities of Applied Sciences (Kyamk, Mamk and Xamk).
Data protection notice: Alumni and customer relations – South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Sciences Xamk
You can always contact us through alumni@xamk.fi
Alum of the year
Since 2018 we have nominated the Alum of the Year.
The alumni who have received this honorable mention have actively cooperated with Xamk in different ways.
The honorary mention will be awarded to the Alum in Xamk’s graduation ceremony in December.
The alumni of the year:
2025: Milos Dobras, Bachelor of Health Care, Naprapathy
2024: Joona Haatainen, Bachelor of Business Administration
2023 Harto Kuukka: Bachelor of engineering
2022 Riikka Peni: Bachelor of Health Care
2021 Inka Häkkinen: Bachelor of Health Care
2020 Roosa-Maria Manninen: Bachelor of Business Administration
2019 Tiina Heikari: Bachelor of Culture and Arts
2018 Satu Temonen: Bachelor of Business Administration
Nominate an Alumn of the Year candidate!
Anyone can nominate the Alum of the Year anytime. The nominee may also be a graduate of Mikkeli- or Kymenlaakso UAS.
You can nominate a candidate for the Xamk Alumnus of the Year if one or more of the following criteria are met.
The Xamk Alumnus of the Year has:
- Supported activities aligned with Xamk’s strategic goals through their actions (Xamk strategy).
- Promoted Xamk, their field of study and/or education in a positive way.
- Collaborated with Xamk after graduation.
- Demonstrated outstanding achievements in their professional or other areas of life.
Xamk Pulse – The largest provider of open UAS studies in Finland
Xamk Pulse offers over 700 courses, providing a wide range of flexible study opportunities.
Through Pulse, you can update your skills for working life, work towards a degree, or simply study for your own interest and enjoyment.
As a Xamk alum, you are entitled to a free continuous learning study right for two years starting from your graduation.
Certificates after studies
Official copies of the certificates, degree certificate attachments, course descriptions, and certificates related studies can be ordered from us.
More information and price lists here
Alumni stories
Read study and career stories from our alumni! If you wish to share your story, please do not hesitate to contact us, alumni@xamk.fi. Your story will be highly appreciated!
Xamk has awarded naprapath Milos Dobras as the Alum of the Year.
Life and studying are a continuous growth process
Joona Haatainen is the alumnus of the year 2024
From Tennessee to Mikkeli and Xamk
Shakil Regmi teaches future environmental professionals at Xamk
I found my career path in Finland
Xamk graduates are satisfied with their degree
Alumni benefits
Xamk Pulse – Study for free for two years, starting from your graduation
As a Xamk alum, you can continue developing your skills free of charge for two years after graduation through Xamk Pulse. The right to study for free starts from your graduation and lasts for 2 years.
Finnish Business mentors
Business Mentors Finland support small businesses success.”
Xamk cooperates with Business Mentors to build and develop entrepreneurship communities.
Business sponsors spar and mentor Xamk’s students and alumni for free with business development.
In addition to the campus regions, as a Xamk alum you can also utilise the nationwide network of the Business Mentors.“Business Mentors Finland support small businesses success.
Work stations at Kohoa Synergy Centre in Kouvola
Kohoa Synergy Centre is a platform for cooperation, entrepreneurship and education, as well as a multiplier of the potential of its community members.
One of the goals of Xamk and Kohoa’s cooperation is to create a communal hub for entrepreneurship and entrepreneurial activities in Kouvola.
As an alum of Xamk, you can reserve work stations at Xamk’s facilities in Kohoa through Xamk’s Alumni Coordinator. The workstations are located in Xamk’s common room. Workstations include a height-adjustable desk, a monitor, and a power outlet. In addition, alumni can use the Xamk premises to organize e.g. work-related meetings or events, when separately agreed.
Please reserve via e-mail alumni@xamk.fi
Career monitoring survey
The nationally significant career monitoring survey collects up-to-date information about the post-graduation working careers of those, who have completed the bachelor’s- or master’s degree. The survey concentrates on the degrees’ suitability for working life. The survey is sent annually to all alumni of each University of Applied Sciences, who have graduated 5 years before.
It is your answer that is extremely important to us because every missing answer prevents us from forming an overall picture of how we have succeeded in our operations, and what we could develop.
Heikki Saastamoinen
So please tell us how the knowledge you gained in your studies has been beneficial in your working life. Your effort in filling out the survey helps us to develop.
CEO and President, South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Sciences, Xamk
Career monitoring survey results 2024
Career monitoring survey results from year 2023
Xamk graduates are satisfied with their degree
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About Xamk
We strengthen the vitality and internationalization of Southeast Finland together with the working life and our partners.
We focus on responsible wellbeing, technology, and creative industries
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Whether it’s about developing innovations, strengthening staff expertise, or collaborating with students, we’re here to help.
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We trust your desire to give your all and to boldly try new things. We also trust in your ability to learn from setbacks.