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Effects of the coronavirus pandemic on students
An exceptional situation has been declared at the University of Helsinki due to the coronavirus situation. However, there is no need to panic – the measures taken in Finland and at the University are precautionary. It is extremely important to follow these instructions in order to curb the spread of the coronavirus.
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HYY influences matters and works for a better student life
The Student Union of the University of Helsinki advocates students’ interests. We organise services, benefits and events so that you can focus on the most important part: studying and student life. You can take your own path, assured of the fact that we will be smoothing the road ahead and advising you when needed.
Our voice can be heard at the University, the city and in events. We believe that happy students build a fairer world. For this reason, it is especially important to look after students. That is our job. That is our responsibility.
Current news
13.3.2020
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Effects of the coronavirus pandemic on students
NEWS12.3.2020
Read moreHYY’s instructions for organisations on the coronavirus situation
NEWS5.3.2020
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We have a new strategy for 2020—2024!
NEWS22.1.2020
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Apply for HYY’s operational grant and organisational paper grant!
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Survival Guide
If academic freedom leaves you puzzled, you can find help from our survival guide for students. The guide provides answers to questions you may have on subsistence, housing, public transport, health and wellbeing.
Our organisation
Our Student Union’s decisions are made by the Representative Council, which consists of 60 students and is elected every two years. The Council appoints HYY’s Board, which has 12 members this year. The Board is supported in its daily activities by HYY’s personnel and several committees.
Facilities and reservations
We provide the organisations operating under us with different facilities they can use. The New Student House and Domma both have facilities for organising meetings, parties, academic dinner parties and sauna evenings. Some of the facilities can be reserved when needed, whereas for others, reservations are allocated during specific reservation rounds.
Equipment and reservations
We rent various devices and equipment to the organisations operating under us. This guide includes a list of all the equipment we are renting as well as more detailed instructions on renting and using them.
23.11.2019
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HYY’s 151st Anniversary and Birthday Party
Come and raise a toast to our 151-year-old Student Union! After a huge academic dinner party, the Old Student House is taken over by HYY’s Birthday Party, open to everyone. The party goes on until the early hours in the company of both old and new friends.05.12.2019
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THX on the Beach
Organisational volunteer, committee member, student representative or Representative Council member – this night is for you! We want to thank all of you collectively on International Volunteer Day on 5 December, so we will bring you summer in the middle of December!