When good enough was really enough

This spring has been odd – and not only because coronavirus pandemic has tied us to our homes. For me this spring has been peculiar, because I took two months study leave to finalise my studies. In this blog I…

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Wappu is a state of mind

Without coronavirus pandemic we would have been celebrating Wappu this week, including Teemutour, dipping the first year students into the river and sparkling wine. However, the situation does not allow traditional activities. Many of us find the situation frustrating, as…

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Realities of social distancing

Just about a month ago the students’ daily life was quite normal, although coronavirus started to create concerns among us. Now social distancing that should help slowing down the spreading of the virus has changed the game, meaning that our…

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Turning our gaze towards the autumn

The first pair of helping hands, the first familiar face and the first new contact on the phone. In August 2020, a large group of students arrive to the university campuses to do important work for new students: tutors. The…

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