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LähiTapiolan lahjoitus
Media release 09.02.2026
LocalTapiola will donate EUR 900,000 to the University of Vaasa for the years 2026–2028. The Growth Spark donation supports multidisciplinary innovation activities related to the energy transition and aims to strengthen students’ competences, advance research, development and innovation activities, and enhance Finland’s competitiveness.
Vaasan yliopiston pääsisäänkäynnin marmoriportti talvella kuvattuna
Media release 29.01.2026
The University of Vaasa reached a new milestone in the QS World University Rankings: Europe 2026 by securing the number one position in Europe for ‘Citations per Paper’. The university achieved a top score of 100, well above the ranking average of 36.7. This ratio measures the average number of citations obtained per publication, and is a proxy of the impact and quality of the scientific work done by universities.
Rehtori Minna Martikainen
News 28.01.2026
The 58th anniversary of the University of Vaasa was celebrated on Tuesday, 27 January 2026, with the theme "Knowledge as foundation for resilience." Rector Minna Martikainen opened the event and the keynote speakers were Heidi Backman, permanent secretary of the Ministry of Education and Culture, and Joakim Strand, Minister for European Affairs and Ownership Steering. Additionally, awards for the research and teaching acts of the year, as well as the Student Union's Good Teacher Award, were presented.
Kolme henkilöä seisomassa kukka-asetelmat käsissään. Kaikki katsovat kameraan ja heillä on päällään juhlavaatteet.
News 27.01.2026
During the anniversary celebration on Tuesday 27 January, the University of Vaasa awarded the Research and Teaching Acts of the Year. The Research Act of the Year 2025 was awarded to Professor Sami Vähämaa. Professor of Practise Elina Melgin, Professor Rebekah Rousi and Researcher Hanna Hietikko got the Teaching Act of the Year 2025 Award. University Teacher Otto Ellonen received the Good Teacher award, University Teacher Mirjam Särs received an honorary mention, and University Lecturer Laura Perttola was granted the Good Supervisor Award from the Students' Union of the University of Vaasa.
Opiskelijat Ankkurin edessä ulkona
Media release 26.01.2026
The University of Vaasa saw a record number of graduates with a master’s degree in 2025. The increasing number of graduates reflects the strong attractiveness of the university’s programmes and the smooth progress of studies. The university’s efficient education ensures that students advance well in their studies and graduate on time, which is also essential in meeting Finland’s growing need for skilled professionals.