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Avajaiskulkue 2026

Media release 07.09.2026

Rector Minna Martikainen at the opening of the academic year: “High-level expertise is the most important foundation for Finland’s growth”

Jukka Sihvonen

Media release 03.09.2026

Jukka Sihvonen appointed Professor of Accounting at the University of Vaasa: “AI is changing work, but skills make the difference”

Bonnie Buchanan appointed Professor of Finance at the University of Vaasa: "Financial markets and instruments are pivotal in funding clean, renewable energy”

Petrelius ja Opoku Acquah

Media release 25.08.2026

From the rights of asylum-seeking children to the energy transition – University of Vaasa doctoral researchers examine the realisation of human rights

How can civil society organisations support Finland in times of crisis? University of Vaasa leads nationwide research project

From BBA to master's degree more efficiently – the University of Vaasa and Vaasa University of Applied Sciences open a new pathway to master's studies

University of Vaasa and Finnish National Defence University launch collaboration – games offer new tools for preparedness

Opiskelijoita kampuksella

Media release 05.08.2026

New study voucher opens doors to higher education for young people without a study place for free

Kuvituskuva kiertotalous

Media release 06.07.2026

Finnish circular economy solutions struggle to scale in international markets – University of Vaasa seeks solutions to drive SME growth

Pekka Suominen appointed Professor of Automation Technology at the University of Vaasa: “The circular economy cannot run on good intentions alone”

Tatiana King and Vanja Piljak appointed Professors at the University of Vaasa – research highlights sustainability and the transformation of financial markets

Significant research funding awarded to the University of Vaasa – energy, healthcare and security examined from multiple perspectives

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