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Yekaterina Pak doctoral dissertation University of Vaasa
Dissertation 06.11.2023
Being an entrepreneur is not only about success and prosperity. Being an entrepreneur can also mean long working hours, exhausting days and nights, high uncertainty, and an enormous workload. In her dissertation, Yekaterina Pak addresses the stressful side of being an entrepreneur by examining how entrepreneurs experience and respond to stress.
News 03.11.2023
At the University of Vaasa, we study and research fields that hold the key to solving challenges of the world of today and tomorrow, bringing sustainability to the forefront.
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University of Vaasa students discussing and smiling at the library.
News 01.11.2023
Are you an international talent living in Finland? Are you eager to learn the local languages? You can now apply for our free courses that will start in January 2024. This opportunity is offered for those who do not have access to equivalent courses as part of their studies.
Rodrigo Mello University of Vaasa campus
Dissertation 31.10.2023
Thinking about packing your bags for a job overseas? Rodrigo Mello's new doctoral dissertation shows that whether employees are sent by a company or go independently, international work experience can skyrocket their careers to new heights. Armed with proactive behaviour and adaptability, international workers can seamlessly align their professional ambitions with the unique challenges and rewards of their global journey.
Ilmakuva Vaasan yliopiston kampukselta
News 31.10.2023
The University of Vaasa has been ranked in two global rankings during the past few weeks; The Shanghai Global Ranking of Academic Subjects (GRAS) and the Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject. In addition, several University of Vaasa researchers were included in the Stanford University list of World’s top 2% of scientists.
Heini Pensar
Dissertation 27.10.2023
Remote work can provide flexibility, save time, and improve work-life balance. But it can also be a double-edged sword: some people work remotely very intensely and use the time they save to do extra work. Heini Pensar's doctoral dissertation suggests that employers should invest not only in general policies, but also in individual support and empowering employees to effectively benefit from the possibilities of remote working.
Mika Somppi
27.10.2023
Mika Somppi, Head of Administration at the European Commission Representation in Finland and one of our alumni, began his journey on an international career about 16 years ago. He was hired directly from university to work in Brussels. Now, Somppi encourages students and graduates of Finnish universities to apply for opportunities in the European Union (EU) because having professionals from different backgrounds in EU roles is essential.
Lahjoitustilaisuus
News 24.10.2023
In honour of its 85th anniversary, the Gustaf Svanljung Endowment Fund has donated €70,000 to the University of Vaasa for the development of research infrastructure. With this donation, the university will expand its engine laboratory in 2024–2025 to incorporate hydrogen utilisation and energy storage. This way, the university will continue its long-term investment in energy research and sustainable energy solutions.
Audience at University of Vaasa Nissi auditorium.
News 18.10.2023
An existing expat community can be a valuable resource for arriving international students. This autumn, a group of Bangladeshi people living in Vaasa wanted to create an event to welcome new Bangladeshi master's students who had just arrived in Vaasa. Their event brought together new talents with fellow expats, creating a much-needed possibility to network and learn from peer experiences.