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South East Finland is well-suited for studying information warfare, says Senior Researcher Niina Meriläinen
Niina Meriläinen, Adjunct Professor (docent) in political science, began working as a Senior Researcher at Xamk’s cyber security and game technology research unit mid-April. She…
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Spring Forum in Kotka sparked ideas and strengthened collaboration
Xamk organised the Spring Forum for Higher Education International Affairs together with the Finnish National Agency for Education at its Kotka campus on 18–20 May…
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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…
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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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Xamk has the best reputation among universities of applied sciences in Finland
South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Sciences – Xamk has risen to first place among universities of applied sciences in the latest Reputation & Trust survey.…
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Graduates of Xamk are celebrated in Kouvola on 21st May!
All the graduates from winter and spring have been invited!
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Graduates from South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Sciences, May 2026
A total of 205 professionals graduated from Xamk in May – warm congratulations to everyone!
Graduates’ Scholarships at Xamk – May 2026 Graduation Ceremony
Scholarships awarded at Xamk’s May 2026 graduation ceremony. The list includes the names of graduates who have given permission for publication.
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Norowareta Game Trailer – Bringing Ideas to Life with Virtual Production
In spring 2026, an experimental project at Meduusa Studio created a live-action teaser for a video game using virtual production technology. The project brought together…
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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…
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Which Master’s Degree Programmes Can You Apply for? Prior Degrees and Degree Titles Explained
Your prior degree has an impact on which Master’s degree programmes (Master’s level UAS degrees) you are eligible to apply for and which degree title…
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From Turkey to Helsinki: Boosting Founders New to the Region
Meric Eryurek is the Co-Founder & Game Designer at Upgrade Entertainment Ltd., Partner at Gaming İstanbul, Indieway & Vardiya | Mentor at BUG Lab |…
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Graduates from South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Sciences, April 2026
A total of 167 professionals graduated from Xamk in April – warm congratulations to everyone!
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tudent May Day celebrations in our campus cities
The highlight of the student spring—May Day (Vappu)—can be seen in all our campus cities. Statues are capped, May Day parades take place, and people…
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Test results guiding the improvement of oil spill response preparedness
The results of oil spill response testing have led to measures to strengthen the national preparedness for responding to ship-borne oil spills.
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Community‑Driven Sustainable Solutions Explored at the Kemiönsaari Living Lab
A unique GreenCCircle Living Lab weekend was held on Kemiönsaari in the Archipelago Sea of Western Finland on 20–21 February 2026. Professionals from various fields…
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Graduates from South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Sciences, March 2026
A total of 128 professionals graduated from Xamk in March – warm congratulations to everyone!
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Digital Towers Can Secure the Future of Finland’s Smaller Airports
Research identifies path to shared, remote Air Traffic Services – but warns that short-term thinking is blocking adoption.
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Xamk attracts applicants from across Finland – one quarter of first-choice applicants come from Uusimaa
South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Sciences Xamk received a total of 13,556 applications in the spring joint application round. There were 4,311 first-choice applicants and…
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Spring Forum for Higher Education International Affairs to Be Held in Kotka Campus in May – Registration is Now Open
The Spring Forum for Higher Education International Affairs brings together people working in international affairs at higher education institutions from across Finland. The event is…
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How to Combine Adult Studies with Everyday Life
Many adults consider returning to studies at some point. A degree can open new opportunities — career progression, better salary, a new direction or a…
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INGENIUM’s Senior School helps participants build European networks, develop working-life skills, and identify their personal strengths
INGENIUM’s Senior School helps participants build European networks, develop working-life skills, and identify their personal strengths. Xamk students Heidi Aska‑Randelin and Juuso Kokkonen share their…
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Learning Business by Doing: How Digital International Business at Xamk Prepares Students for Real-World Challenges
Moving to a new country to pursue higher education is never easy, but for Manoj Gharti, an international student from Nepal, it marked the beginning…
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Graduates from South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Sciences, February 2026
A total of 88 professionals graduated from Xamk in February – warm congratulations to everyone!