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University of Eastern Finland gets back to normal studying and working by autumn [article]

The coronavirus situation in Finland has improved significantly, and the vaccination programme is also in good gear. This makes it possible to get back to normal in studies and work over the summer and by next autumn – while of course taking any possible orders given by the authorities into consideration. Teaching in the autumn […]

Case of COVID-19 confirmed in Rantakylä Teacher Training School [article]

A case of COVID-19 has been confirmed in Rantakylä Teacher Training School in Joensuu. Exposure to the coronavirus has been possible during Friday, 21 May 2021. Approximately 40 persons in Rantakylä Teacher Training School have been exposed to the virus; for the majority of them, exposure has been deemed mild. Those affected have been informed […]

Rectors appeal to the academic community: have a safe Easter holiday [article]

Easter and the Easter holidays are approaching, but unfortunately the coronavirus situation remains challenging both on a national level and in the university’s home regions. This is why we appeal to the entire academic community to spend their holidays safely, protecting their own health and that of others. Jukka Mönkkönen & Tapio Määttä

New case of COVID-19 confirmed in Rantakylä Teacher Training School [article]

A new case of COVID-19 has been confirmed in Rantakylä Teacher Training School in Joensuu. Exposure to the coronavirus has been possible during Monday, 15 March 2021. According to a preliminary estimate, approximately 55 persons in Rantakylä Teacher Training School have been exposed to the virus. Those affected have been informed of the matter via […]

Bridges -project supports students wellbeing [article]

The Ministry of Education and Culture has awarded the university a special grant for 2021 and 2022 to take the measures necessitated by the coronavirus epidemic to reinforce support for student counselling and student wellbeing. The two-year Bridges -project aims to take action to strengthen the engagement and inclusion of students and prevent exclusion. The […]

UEF info session on 18 March 2021 at 15–16 [article]

Welcome to a UEF info session on Thursday, 18 March, starting at 15.00. The topics of the info session include the coronavirus situation and student and staff well-being. Professor Markku Niemivirta will present the results of a survey on student well-being. The info session will be led by the university´s Rector, Academic Rector and Director […]

Case of COVID-19 confirmed at Rantakylä Teacher Training School, Siun sote will contact those exposed to the virus by tomorrow at the latest [article]

A case of COVID-19 has been confirmed in Rantakylä Teacher Training School in Joensuu. Exposure to the coronavirus has been possible during last Friday and this Monday. According to a preliminary estimate, approximately 20 persons in Rantakylä Teacher Training School have been exposed to the virus. Those affected have been informed of the matter, and […]