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Tuomas Sandholm applies game theory in his companies and encourages everyone to study AI
Sandholm, the Alumnus of the Year at Aalto University School of Science 2019, was recently named among the 100 Most Intriguing Entrepreneurs of the year in the United States
School of Engineering Alumni of the Year commemorated with steel sculpture
The Alumni of the Year are listed on a steel sculpture that has been treated with copper sulphate and an acid solution for a vibrant and dignified look.
School of Electrical Engineering Alumnus of the Year Siamäk Naghian: The university gave me a path into Finnish society
Technology is art for the managing director of Genelec. He’s fascinated by the idea that music played on the company's speakers is based on the laws of physics.
Aalto University's 10th anniversary was celebrated on 10 October
After Aalto University President Ilkka Niemelä's greetings, Alumni Studio featured three Aalto alumni discussing sustainable development and the most pressing global challenges of our time. The event was concluded with an entertaining science show where Aalto's top researchers stepped into the limelight to explain why their research is important right now.
Pekka Ala-Pietilä is the School of Business Alumnus of the Year 2020
Life is a learning journey where learning as such never ends, explains Pekka Ala-Pietilä, chairman of the boards of directors of packaging manufacturer Huhtamäki and media group Sanoma.
Anu Kaukovirta has been selected as the School of Chemical Engineering's Alumnus of the Year 2020
As a sign of her significant career and role in our society, Doctor of Technology Anu Kaukovirta has been selected as the School of Chemical Engineering's Alumnus of the Year 2020. She has worked as both a researcher and a director in industry and research institutes and throughout her career has been in close contact with her school. Currently, Anu works at the Natural Resources Institute Finland (LUKE) as Vice President of Research.
Construction and real estate expert Pekka Metsi named Alumnus of the Year 2020
'In an expert field like ours, competence development continues over an entire career. Our field lacks doctoral graduates, an issue we have also tried to remedy through our joint efforts with Aalto University.'
For her beloved Baltic Sea
As a little girl, Tiina Tuurnala would take her family’s motorboat around nearby islets to catch ship wakes. Now, she is at the helm of the Finnish Shipowners’ Association and is steering the maritime industry towards a low-emission future.
Alumna of the Year Kirsi Karlamaa: ‘If you want to change society, study electrical engineering’
The School of Electrical Engineering Alumna of the Year 2019 is Kirsi Karlamaa, Director-General of Traficom.
Tiina Tuurnala named as Aalto University School of Engineering Alumna of the Year 2019
'My current position is an excellent vantage point for working toward zero-emission seafaring together with other stakeholders.'
Alumnus of the year Kari Knuutila: Aalto University looks far into the future
According to the Alumnus of the year of the School of Chemical Engineering, in industry one can see sustainable development become business.
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International Women's Day alumni seminar stirs up discussion of neural networks and peace
The topics covered in the alumni seminar also included new business models and the societal impact of AI and digitalisation.
School of Arts, Design and Architecture awarded promoters of creative skills
In the Annual Review of the school altogether eleven prizes were awarded.
Sustainable ideas and inspiring people presented with Aalto SCI Alumna of the Year and SCI Awards 2018
SCI Alumna 2018 Annu Nieminen is an entrepreneur with a passion to encourage companies in maximizing the positive impact on the society. SCI awardees are described as inspirational, helpful, patient, and knowledgeable persons in the community.
Aalto's AlumniStudent Weekend is a well-loved tradition
The traditional seminar for alumni and current students was recently hosted by the School of Electrical Engineering on Friday 27 October 2018.
Alumnus of the Year Matti Alahuhta emphasises the importance of continual learning
Matti Alahuhta has been chosen as Alumnus of the Year 2018 for the Aalto University School of Electrical Engineering. His selection was made public at the AlumniStudent Weekend seminar on 27 October 2018.
Introducing the School of Business Alumna of the Year 2018 Elina Björklund
Elina Björklund, the CEO of Reima, was awarded as the Alumna of the Year 2018 in Aalto University School of Business.
Marita Niemelä Alumna of the Year 2018 of the School of Chemical Engineering
Curiosity and constant learning are the driving forces for the Vice President, Engineering and Technology at Neste Engineering Solutions Oy.
Visionary realist
Mika Anttonen, a billionaire who made his fortune by refining oil, spends a lot of time and money in search of alternative energy solutions.
