Stories from alumni and students
Johanna SmĂ„ros, Michael Falck and Mikko KĂ€rkkĂ€inen are School of Scienceâs alumni of the year 2023
The trio have grown software company Relex into a billion-dollar unicorn in just under two decades
Antti Valkonen honoured as School of Engineering Alumni of the Year 2023
âI hope that my example can encourage students to go abroad after graduation. The competition can get tough, but it should not scare you off. Technology graduates from Aalto have a lot to give to the world,â says Antti Valkonen.
Food out of thin air and green electricity â School of Chemical Engineering Alum of the Year Juha-Pekka PitkĂ€nen
Alum of the Year Juha-Pekka PitkÀnen draws on everything he has learned at Otaniemi when he does his work.
Heikki Holmberg, School of Electrical Engineering Alumnus of the Year 2023: The semiconductor industry is a sector of the future
The Alumnus of the Year appreciates his institute and has only noticed the value of the know-how acquired during the studies in working life.
Gabriele Del Brenna uses the skills learned at Aalto in his work as an Acoustic Designer
'Finland is a unique place, and great for student life,' says Gabriele Del Brenna. In this interview, he talks about his experiences in acoustics and audio technology studies and gives his tips for international experts to find employment after graduation.
Alumna Emilia Perttu: 'I had the courage to follow my dreams and put in the effort for what interested me'
Our alumna, Emilia Perttu has always known she wanted to work in the field of technology and innovation. Through her studies she started to search for a career path that suited her. Eventually, her efforts paid off, and today she works as a lead UI/UX designer at the hybrid agency Nitro.
Internship in Denmark: as toy designer at LEGO Group
Teamwork and a playful attitude inspired Joona JĂ€rvinen, MA student of Collaborative and Industrial Design.
VojtÄch ZajĂÄek believes that being the captain of a basketball team taught him important skills in leadership
Working together and relying on each other in order to succeed is something that is also emphasized in the Global Management programme
Alumna Riikka Davidkin: Impact is at the heart of my work â We do nothing if it cannot have a positive impact in society in the first place
Our alumna Riikka Davidkin dreamed of an international career already as a child. Now, as head of a team investing in impact funds at Social Finance in New York, she feels that her work has great significance. In her mind, it is the financial sector that is best positioned to have an impact on solving the big problems of our time.
The MBA Alum of the Year Found Meaning Challenges in the Humanitarian Field â âI Have a Talent for Managing Crisesâ
The MBA Alum of the Year 2023 award has been granted to PĂ€ivi Hurttia who has pursued a career in journalism and communications, among other things. Hurttia recently returned from Ethiopia where she spent a year working at the International Committee of the Red Cross, ensuring the safety of humanitarian assistance to all regions.
Echoing a kindred spirit from a century past
Counsellor of Education Alma Muukka-Marjovuo grew up surrounded by art. Now she works to ensure that all children and young people in Finland have access to top-notch art education.
A summer job as a spatial data trainee made Bai-Bai Bairoh to choose Geoinformatics as his study path
While working as a research assistant during his studies, Bai-Bai has been learning how to bridge the gap in understanding between experts of spatial data and those who know almost nothing about it.
Master's student Anna Huttunen: âListening to others can help you listen to yourselfâ
Anna Huttunen, a multi-year student tutor and current wellbeing ambassador, shares her thoughts on student wellbeing and how it could be improved.
Meri MĂ€nty moved from Rovaniemi and has enjoyed her time in Aalto: âOtaniemi is a world of its ownâ
Meri MĂ€nty, a second year student in 911±ŹÁÏÍű, moved to the capital region from Rovaniemi in July 2022. Meri, who is especially interested in chemistry and materials, quickly found her way in the student community of Aalto.
MeristÀ Otaniemen kampus vaikutti aluksi isolta ja vieraalta, mutta punatiilisten rakennusten seassa kulkiessa paikat tulivat ÀkkiÀ tutuiksi.
MeristÀ Otaniemen kampus vaikutti aluksi isolta ja vieraalta, mutta punatiilisten rakennusten seassa kulkiessa paikat tulivat ÀkkiÀ tutuiksi.
Master's students in marketing envision the future of retail
Could a grocery shop be as appealing to the senses as a marketplace? Could a clothes shop both be responsible and offer excellent customer service and reasonably priced clothes?
From an emergency room to HR, Selena Kabonge has always wanted to work in a field where she could help others
Studying People Management and Organizational Development perfectly combines her three passions: leadership, people and helping others
Masterâs Programme in People Management and Organizational Development supports Heini YnnilĂ€âs journey from expert to leader
When archaeologist Heini YnnilĂ€ realized that experts are not always the best leaders she decided to develop her leadership skills in a Masterâs programme that is tailored for students who are enthusiastic about managing people and developing organisations
Abhiteg Jammu discovered that the ability to effectively manage and develop people is crucial to any companyâs future success
After working in the start-up world and within marketing, he realized that any organization's success is ultimately dependent on the people
Alumna Anna Loimusalo: Colourful career path has led to the field of anti-financial crime
Anna Loimusalo, who works in anti-financial crime at OP Financial Group, says she has found her professional passion. Her major subject at 911±ŹÁÏÍű School of Business, information and service management, has proven an excellent fit for her current role.
Student Niko Lindh: The importance of semiconductor technology is emphasised from the beginning of studies
Niko Lindh, who is studying in the Functional Materials major, will be working in a research group at the Department of Chemistry and Materials Science during the summer. He believes that the experience in research work will be beneficial for his future career.
