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President’s letter 20 May – Let’s ensure safety at work together
We are planning ahead for the autumn, yet there are many uncertainties regarding the progress of the pandemic

Please avoid visiting the campus during the entrance examinations
Safety of the entrance examinations are taken care of with these arrangements.

Short breaks in WLAN services on Tuesday, 26 May 2020 at 00.00-9.00 am
Short breaks in WLAN services (wireless networks aalto, aalto open, eduroam) on Tuesday, 26 May 2020 at 00.00-9.00 am

Nine new Academy Research Fellows and 18 Postdoctoral Researchers
The research posts funded by the Academy of Finland strengthen the university's research by 8.6 million euros.

Satisfaction and relief were the predominant feelings after a remote defence
Otso Hannula had sensed the community’s presence during the public examination of their doctoral dissertation.

Working from home divides opinions – take part in the discussion on the joys and sorrows of working from home
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Aalto people are given the opportunity to discuss the topics of online news
The open discussion is initially held to support the strategy process. The first discussion aims to gather experiences on the joys and sorrows of working from home.

Jokeri Light Rail construction on Otaniementie to continue in week 21
The construction of the light rail will continue on Otaniementie in May 2020 with the removal of topsoil and tree stumps.

Aalto University provides startups with versatile support through digital tools
Aalto University's support measures aim to support the development and business activities of startups on the Otaniemi campus during the crisis caused by the coronavirus pandemic.

Otaniemi’s shopping centre under renovation
Known as Otaniemi’s old shopping centre and designed by Alvar Aalto, the renovation began in March 2020 on Aalto University’s campus

The Financial Times placed Aalto EE again in global Top 50
The rating evaluated open-enrollment programmes as well as for programmes customised for corporate clients.

A pre-study of teaching resource planning has begun
Pre-study on teaching resource planning highlights current practices and prepares the model for the future targets.

A new AV interface provides a consistent and easy user experience
Close cooperation has enabled the efficient renewal of the control panel interface in lecture halls.

MONTA group aims at advancing diversity and inclusion at the School of Business
Katja Toropainen, the founder of Inklusiiv and graduate student of the School, also makes a call for more discussion and sharing of best practices about diversity in organizations.

Data-agile economy: From reactive to proactive approach for the benefit of the citizens
Group of Helsinki EU Office member organisations including Aalto have published their joint discussion paper.

Aalto University’s technology students celebrated Wappu remotely
Despite the coronavirus pandemic, Wappu was not cancelled. This is how remote Wappu was celebrated in Otaniemi!

Startup hub A Grid grew to a community of 150 startups and partners
From 3D printers and AI platforms to safer bone surgery and battling food waste, A Grid has created a unique startup community on Aalto University’s campus in Otaniemi.

Leap for Learning – change project enabling future-led learning and streamlining everyday work
Leap for learning means common and harmonised way of working and learning for all. Digitalised services enable the offering of personalised, easy-to-access support for students.
