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Pay your overdue and reservation fees now to avoid an invoice

03.11.2026 Leave a Comment on Pay your overdue and reservation fees now to avoid an invoice

We will invoice borrowing service fees in mid-November. You can pay your overdue and reservation fees yourself on UEF Primo or in person at the library, and we will not send you an invoice. Online payment is available for fees of 1 euro or more.

Due to the pricing update introduced in June, there may be some variation in reservation fees, as customer records may contain charges based on both the old and the new list of service fees.

If you have any questions about your fees, please contact [email protected]

Mostly positive feedback on the renewed Kamu

30.10.2026 Leave a Comment on Mostly positive feedback on the renewed Kamu

The Kamu website was renewed in May 2026. In September, a campaign invited people to explore Kamu and enter a prize draw. Participants could also provide feedback on the renewed website.

The responses indicate that Kamu is now seen as clearer, more visually appealing and easier to use. Many respondents particularly appreciated the more logical structure, easier navigation and the fact that information is easier to find.

The feedback also highlighted areas for improvement. Some respondents felt that not all the information they need is easy to find. Suggestions included improving the search function, fixing links and making some content easier to locate. Respondents also wanted student tools to be more visible on the homepage.

Overall, however, the feedback is positive: the renewed Kamu is considered clear and functional, and especially useful for new students. A total of 72 pieces of open-ended feedback were received.

A total of 41 pairs of UEF socks were drawn among those who responded to the Kamu survey. The winners have been contacted. Thank you to everyone who explored Kamu and took part in the survey!

Olola lounge area added to Joensuu Campus Library 24/7 access from 2 November

30.10.2026 Leave a Comment on Olola lounge area added to Joensuu Campus Library 24/7 access from 2 November

The Olola lounge area on the 1st floor of the Joensuu Campus Library will be available to customers during the library’s self-service hours from 7.00 a.m. on Monday, 2 November 2026. Please note that you may not take non-borrowed library materials or borrowed reading room copies into the Olola area. More information about the library’s 24/7 facilities is available on the library’s website.

Career Monitoring Survey continues – Your response Matters

30.10.2026 Leave a Comment on Career Monitoring Survey continues – Your response Matters

Have you received the Career Monitoring Survey 2026? If so, we warmly encourage you to take a few minutes to respond if you have not already done so.

The survey provides valuable information about graduates’ career paths, employment, and how well their studies have prepared them for working life. The results are used to develop university education, student guidance, and they also contribute to university funding.

This week (week 44), reminder letters will be sent to those who have not yet responded. Every response is important. Your experiences help the University of Eastern Finland improve education and support future students on their own academic and professional journeys.

The survey is open until 9 December 2026. For more information, see here.

Thank you for helping the University of Eastern Finland better understand graduates’ career experiences and continue developing guidance for the students.

Reminder from Kela: Students – Remember to pay your healthcare fee

27.10.2026 Leave a Comment on Reminder from Kela: Students – Remember to pay your healthcare fee

The due date for the healthcare fee for students in higher education is 15 November. You can pay the fee handily in the OmaKela e-service (available in Finnish and Swedish only).

If you are a higher education student completing a first- or second-cycle degree (bachelor’s, master’s, licentiate of medicine, licentiate of odontology) and you have registered as attending, you must pay the student healthcare fee by 15 November at the latest. The fee is EUR 35.35 per academic term, and it helps the Finnish Student Health Service (FSHS) offer comprehensive student healthcare services. We recommend paying the healthcare fee before the due date. If your payment is late, you will also have to pay a fixed late-payment charge.

You can pay the fee in OmaKela by selecting Oikopolut (Shortcuts) and then Korkeakouluopiskelijan terveydenhoitomaksu (Healthcare fee for students in higher education).

Not sure if you have already paid?

Visit OmaKela to check the details of the student healthcare fees you have paid. First select Oikopolut (Shortcuts) and then Korkeakouluopiskelijan terveydenhoitomaksu (Healthcare fee for students in higher education) and finally Maksut (Payments).

Pay the fee in OmaKela!

What is Kuopio like as a student city? Take the survey for a chance to win a €50 S Group gift card!

27.10.2026 Leave a Comment on What is Kuopio like as a student city? Take the survey for a chance to win a €50 S Group gift card!

What makes you enjoy life in Kuopio? What is missing? Would you like to stay after graduation? Share your experiences in the Students’ City 2026 survey!

Share your experiences of finding a home, managing your budget, getting around and finding your community in Kuopio. What are your chances of finding an internship or a job in your field? And what would make you want to stay after graduation?

The results will inform the work of the City of Kuopio’s student affairs advisory board (Opiskelija-asioden neuvottelukunta). This forum brings together city services, educational institutions, student organisations and other organisations that support everyday student life. The findings will help them understand what students value about Kuopio and what changes they would like to see.

Take the survey from 21 October to 10 November 2026. It takes around 10–15 minutes, and you can answer in Finnish or English.

Respondents can enter a prize draw to win a €50 S Group gift card and Kuopio-themed merchandise. To enter, leave your contact details at the end of the survey.

The study is conducted by Männikkömetsä Oy in collaboration with the Research Foundation for Studies and Education Otus.

Take the survey: https://link.webropol.com/s/ok-tutkimus-kuopio

International Week 26-30 October 2026!

26.10.2026 Leave a Comment on International Week 26-30 October 2026!

International Week 26-30 October 2026

During the week, we will host online info sessions and info stands on campuses. You can see our schedule here. Links to the sessions can be found below!

Online sessions will be mainly in Finnish, partly in English. Presentation materials will be in English. Sessions will be recorded and materials will be shared and viewable for 2 weeks, starting from 2 Nov.

Monday 26 Oct

12.15-1 PM Info session on Teams: Planning the exchange and applying. We will talk about the basics of how to start planning the exchange and how to get started on the application process.

The session’s Powerpoint will be in English, spoken presentation in Finnish. We welcome questions in both languages.

Tuesday 27 Oct

12.00-2 PM International Mobility Services info stand at Carelia’s lobby (in Joensuu).

Wednesday 28 Oct

12.15-1 PM: Info session on Teams: Exchange options and programmes. We will discuss different exchange programmes UEF has to offer. This session will be repeated in the afternoon – if you can’t join this session, join the afternoon one!

4.15-5 PM: Info session on Teams: Exchange options and programmes. We will discuss different exchange programmes UEF has to offer. This session has the same content as the 12.15 session – if you missed it earlier, join this one!

The session’s Powerpoint will be in English, spoken presentation in Finnish. We welcome questions in both languages.

Thursday 29 Oct

12.00-2 PM Info stand at Snellmania’s lobby (in Kuopio).

YUFE Day in Joensuu campus! YUFE Market at Carelia’s lobby from 11 AM to 2 PM.

Meet those already involved in YUFE, ask questions, win prizes, and get information about:

  • exchange and minor subject opportunities
  • the OpenYUFE programme benefits and the Virtual Campus
  • online language courses and cafés
  • volunteering and YUFE Stars
  • staff training and mobility, network cooperation
  • the soon starting kick-off fundings (teaching, research & students)
  • equity, diversity and inclusivity themes in YUFE
  • utilizing YUFE in your own studies and work

Coffee, tea, something sweet, information and great conversations available. Welcome!

Friday 30 Oct

12.15-1 PM Info session on Teams: Recap of the week’s topics! Chance to ask questions about internationalisation.

The session’s Powerpoint will be in English, spoken presentation in Finnish. We welcome questions in both languages.

Welcome!

Master your data, finish your thesis on time

20.10.2026 Leave a Comment on Master your data, finish your thesis on time

When file names become a creative guessing game and important documents vanish into the wrong folder, thesis work quickly becomes frustrating. Data management for undergraduate students course (1 ECTS) gives you the skills and tools to take control of your research data and keep your thesis project on track from day one.

Research data management isn’t just paperwork. It’s a practical skill that saves time, reduces stress, and helps you work smarter throughout your studies and beyond.

Designed specifically for master’s students, this course supports you whether you’re just starting your thesis journey or already working on your research project.

Throughout the course, your guides will be Tadaa, a student, and AINO, Tadaa’s mentor. Together, they will help you avoid common research data management pitfalls and discover practical approaches that work for your own thesis project.

Why start today?

Complete Your Thesis More Smoothly

Well-managed research data saves time during both analysis and writing.

Gain Valuable Career Skills

Learn the fundamentals of research data management and how to create a Data Management Plan (DMP).

Keep Your Data Safe and Organized

Learn how to name, store, and back up your files so they stay secure and easy to find.

Study at Your Own Pace

Watch videos during your commute, complete activities from the comfort of your home, and progress whenever it suits you best. This online course is available anytime, anywhere, fitting around your schedule.

Enroll in the course through Peppi, where you can also find detailed course information.

The course is available from 19 October 2026 to 31 May 2027 and may be completed at your own pace during this period.

Please follow the instructions provided in Moodle.