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How does breathing influence brain-body interaction in elite adolescent ice hockey players?

Project researcher and doctoral researcher Jaakko Heikkilä is investigating how breathing influences the dynamic interaction between the brain and the body in elite adolescent ice…
Press release

Take your child to the forest – Finnish maternity and child health clinics tell you why

Nature can support the health and wellbeing of even the youngest children. A new guidebook, Raised by Nature, published by South-Eastern Finland University of Applied…
Pöydällä kulhoissa porkkanoita, omenia, päärynöitä, takana banaania ja satsumia.
Experience

Youth oriented approach in food education

Food is present in young people’s lives every single day. And so is food education – although we don’t even think about it. Broadly understood,…
One hand giving a wooden baton to another hand. Baton says INGENIUM.
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INGENIUM secures two more years of Erasmus+ funding for its next phase

European Commission had selected Next INGENIUM proposal for funding through the Erasmus+ European Universities call. This means that our European University will get Erasmus+ support…
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Heart-healthy lipid profile benefits brain health in adolescents

A new Finnish study shows that blood markers of dysfunctional lipid metabolism are associated with poorer cognitive function in 15–17-year-olds. The findings are significant because…
Personal story

Pasi Karppinen to Strengthen Xamk’s Digital Economy Research 

Pasi Karppinen, PhD, Adjunct Professor, has been appointed Principal Researcher for the Digital Economy focus area at Xamk. He started in the role in April,…
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Mikkeli Water Week returns in June – plenty of new program for water sector professionals as well as city residents and cottage owners 

Mikkeli Water Week will once again be held on June 8–14, 2026, bringing to Mikkeli people from around the world who are interested in the…
A child in fores.
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Maternity and child health clinics in Finland may soon give recommendations to spend time in nature

In the future, maternity and child health clinics in Finland can provide instructions on nature exposure to expectant mothers and families with young children. South-Eastern…
Personal story

Worthy Uni with Opportunities to Shape Yourself

Discover how flexibility, real-world projects, and a close-knit community can shape your future. Daria’s journey from student to global climate advocate shows that this degree…
Article

Local development spiced with a global touch

At its best, collaboration with an international project provides concrete tools for improving the operations of your own organization. For example, the need to develop…
Personal story

Why choose IT-studies at Xamk? Practical skills, flexibility, and career growth

When Sagar Kafle moved from Nepal to Finland, he wanted a degree that offered flexibility, practical learning, and global opportunities. At Xamk, he discovered an…
Mikkeli city from the air.
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Aalto University establishes a professorship of practice position in data economy in cooperation with Xamk

The new professorship strengthens the collaboration between Aalto University and South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Sciences. It brings data economy expertise to Mikkeli to support…
Press release

New Degree Programme in Mikkeli Offers a Pathway for International Nurses to Work in Finland – A Solution to the Future Skills Shortage

This autumn, South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Sciences (Xamk) launched a new type of English-language nursing degree programme at its Mikkeli campus: Bachelor of Health…
Experience

From Screens to Scenes – INACS team on the road in Latvia and Estonia

In mid-October 2025, the INACS project team gathered for a three-day cross-border workshop trip to Latvia and Estonia. The goal was to strengthen collaboration clarify…
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Exploring Diverse Themes at Xamk’s RDI Day

South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Sciences (Xamk) hosted its Research and Development (RDI) Showcase Day at Saimaa Stadiumi in Mikkeli. The event gathered nearly 300…
Experience

Submarine Escape Game from Mikkeli Offers Lessons in Sustainable Food Services

Katariina Kovanen and Laura Pulkkinen from Xamk’s Mikkeli campus presented their Submarine-themed escape game in Greece at the INGENIUM Staff Academy, showcasing it to European…
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Students’ May Day celebrations 2025

Students usually celebrate the May Day way longer than those who already are in the working life. This year our students start the celebrations about…
Xamk Staff and guests from HKA in Mikkeli
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Xamk’s RDI and simulation learning facilities interested our guests from Karlsruhe University of Applied Sciences

INGENIUM alliance makes it possible for INGENIUM partners to deepen their bilateral relationships. A delegation from Karlsruhe University of Applied Sciences (HKA) visited Xamk’s Mikkeli…
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New Research Reveals the Well-Being Benefits of Nature-Based Soundscapes

A recent study highlights the positive effects of nature-based soundscapes on human health. According to the research, listening to nature sounds can significantly enhance the…
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The European University INGENIUM’s event brings 150 international guests to Mikkeli

Xamk will host the 10 Days of INGENIUM event, expecting 150 participants from across Europe.
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Xamk to Implement ‘Smart Campuses’ 5G Test Network with Nokia Equipment

South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Sciences (Xamk) has announced that Nokia Oyj will supply it with advanced 5G technology for Xamk’s new test network, set…
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Southeastern Finnish 5G test network to further develop Mokki Tech Spaces

Xamk has received a 5G test network license, advancing the Mokki Tech Space concept—a high-tech modular network that connects users across continents via XR and…
Experience

Everything is fearful for the first time!

Working Experience (TET) at Helper-project
Experience

FarmEnergy project

As a 20-year-old French student living in Paris, I became aware of environmental issues early on and so I decided to study thermal, building and…