Vaikuttavuus

Alumni stories

Nearly 2000 graduates from Xamk every year

Here you can read the stories and thoughts of Xamk graduates about their studies, career path, work and Xamk’s influence on their lives and careers.

The best way to know tomorrow is to create it yourself.

"My favourite part about this job is that I continue to learn and grow. "

Sharma Pakir studied in Kouvola, and graduated as a Bachelor of Business administration and now works in Helsinki, read his tips for applying jobs"

“Studying in Mikkeli really changed my life. I will truly never forget that time”

Yulia studied business in Mikkeli and now shares her story and how she ended up in Oulu.

Young woman sitting in the field.

"In Kouvola we formed a tight study network"

Leaving China for studying in Kouvola over 20 years ago opened Yafang Huang a prominent career in Finnish forestry industry.

"The Erasmus exchange made me want to see the world even more."

Marjaana Pasila studied business administration in Kotka, and now works as an entrepreneur in Dubai. Read Marjaanas story and find out how did she end up in Dubai.

"The flexibility, in the course and the practical as well as research orientation of the studies, made learning highly efficient."

Shakil Regmi studied Environmental Engineering in Mikkeli. Read his career story and how did he end up as a lecturer in Xamk!

"In my work, I’ve also benefited from the network I created during my studies. It’s great that old school mates can help each other."

Roosa-Maria Manninen was named for the alumni of the year in 2020.

Would you like to share your story?

share us your career story and you might inspire somebody to follow your career path!

Interviews will be short, only few questions. Stories will be shared as a video or text article.

Please contact us alumni@xamk.fi