Welcome to wellbeing events on fall 2025 - sports, museums, bowling, career event and much more
This fall 3AMK Universities Haaga-Helia, Laurea and Metropolia will be hosting several wellbeing events. The aim of these events is to promote wellbeing, foster community spirit, and provide opportunities to connect with fellow students and staff in a relaxed setting. The events are open for everyone!
The wellbeing events are organized by the University staff, Student Unions and University Chaplains. The communication and coordination efforts are supported by the 3AMK alliance, a partnership between Haaga-Helia, Laurea, and Metropolia. This collaboration ensures a diverse and comprehensive event offering throughout the autumn.
Upcoming Events in fall 2025:
MetroSport, 11.9.2025 at 1-6pm. Töölö Sport Hall.
The student union METKA’s MetroSport working group is once again organizing Finland’s largest student sports and wellness event. With this event, METKA’s team aims to promote physical activity and well-being among students. The event also introduces students and staff of higher education institutions in the Helsinki metropolitan area to local sports opportunities and offers a substance-free alternative among student events.
MetroSport brings together students and staff for a fun and diverse range of sports and wellness activities. In this 25th edition of the event, visitors can explore a wide variety of sports at Töölö Sport Hall (Töölön Kisahalli). There will also be actors focused on mental well-being. The event is free of charge, and approximately 5,000 visitors are expected.
More information and registration to MetroSport (metrosport.fi)
ADHD and Higher Education Studies: On the trail of lost concentration -webinar. 18.9. at 10-11am. Online.
Has your concentration been lost? Have you suspected ADHD symptoms yourself, a loved one or are you interested in the topic on a more general level? Come and hear more about the current topic. The increase in ADHD symptoms has sparked a lot of discussion and students' contactsrelated to the topic have increased.
The webinar will be held by special education teacher Marko Kallionpää, and we will also hear about the research process on FSHS. Possibly also a student as an experience expert on site.
More information and registration to ADHD and higher education studies webinar (lyyti.fi)
Friends Program, 18.9.-12.12. Helsinki, Espoo, Vantaa.
Would you like to get to know more Finnish and international students?
The Friends Program brings together Finnish and international students – it’s all about meeting, making friends, and enjoying relaxed time with people from different cultures.
We meet once a month for various activities: relaxing, chatting, eating, and having fun together! The program continues throughout the academic year, and you can join at any time. The main language of the program is English, but communicating in other languages is also welcome.
The goal is to create genuine encounters and lasting friendships. Because friendship is valuable – come be a part of building meaningful connections!
Participation is free of charge.
More information and registration to Friends Program (forms.office.com)
Dates for the Common Meetings During Fall
- Thu 18.9. at 17–19 Haaga-Helia Kick-off, Pasila Campus
- Thu 25.9. at 17–19 Laurea Kick-off, Tikkurila Campus
- Tue 30.9. at 17–19 Metropolia Kick-off, Myllypuro Campus
- Wed 8.10. at 17–18 Bowling together, Tapiola Bowling Center
- Sat 15.11. at 10–15 Selfcare Day at Paavali Church
- Thu 27.11. at 16–18 Trip to Ateneum Art Museum
- Fri 12.12. at 17–19 Pre-Christmas Party, Fokus
International Career Week. 22.-24.9., Haaga-Helia, Pasila campus
Haaga-Helia is excited to organize our first International Career Week. This three-day event will include a prep day, an ICT-focused career day, and a business-focused day.
Haaga-Helia's Career Services and International Services are thrilled to host our first international career week. During the week, students will have the opportunity to learn more about Finnish working culture and meet representatives from 16 different companies.
International Career Week is comprised of 3 separate events
- Monday, 22 September, a prep day where career coach, Jochen Faugel, will talk about body language and networking skills.
- Tuesday, 23 September, will be our Business Day, in which we will invite 8 different companies to meet our students.
- Wednesday,24 September, ICT-day where we will again invite another 8 companies to visit our Pasila campus.
More information and registration to Internation Career Week (haaga-helia.fi)
Mastering Study Skills: Study smarter with artificial intelligence. Webinar. 20.10. at 4-5pm. Online.
Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing not only everyday life but also education at a faster pace than we realize. Take a step towards the future of learning and join us to discover how you can harness the power of AI in your studies. The webinar will be held by Laurea’s Special Education Teacher Marko Kallionpää and we speak English.
AI tools are available for various purposes, from language editing and image processing to time management and even astrology.
The webinar is organized in 3AMK co-operation, and it is open for all the students of Haaga-Helia, Laurea and Metropolia.
More information and registration details to Study Smarter with AI (lyyti.fi).
ChurchAppro, 11.10. at 12pm-10pm, Start from Otaniemi Chapel
Kirkkoappro is a memorable alcohol-free event for all students and young adults. This year, participants will form teams and visit checkpoints located along the light rail line between Otaniemi and Itäkeskus.
At the checkpoints and along the way, you can look forward to fun activities and a great opportunity to meet new people. The tour will culminate in an afterparty held at Viikki Church. Even if you don’t have your own group to form a team, don’t worry — teams will also be formed at the starting point.
Kirkkoappro will take place on Saturday, October 11, starting at 12:00 PM. The starting location is Otaniemi Chapel. The participation fee is €4 per person, which includes an overall patch and entry to the afterparty. The event is organized by the parishes of Helsinki, Espoo, and Vantaa, as well as O'diako and TYT.
The checkpoints are:
- Otaniemi Chapel, Jämeräntaival 8, Espoo
- Leppävaara, Youth Siipi, Alberganesplanadi 1, Espoo
- Huopalahti Church and Tönö, Vespertie 12, Helsinki
- Maunula Church / Petrus Church, Metsäpurontie 15, Helsinki
- Oulunkylä Wooden Church, Siltavoudintie 12, Helsinki
- St. Matthew’s Church, Turunlinnantie 3, Helsinki
More information and registration to ChurchAppro (kide.app)
Winter in Finland, 29.10. at 4-6pm, Pasila Library
Are you new to Finland? Wondering what to do during the winter and how to discover winter hobbies and activities?
More information will be published closer to the date at 3AMK events (3amk.fi)
Wellbeing during job search -workshop, 13.11. at 2-3pm, online
Learn practical tools to take care of your wellbeing and maintain balance while navigating the job search process.
More information will be published closer to the date at 3AMK events (3amk.fi)
More Information and Registration: Detailed information about the events, schedules, and registration will be shared soon also on 3AMK event calendar (3amk.fi).
We warmly welcome you to join these events – together, let’s make this fall unforgettable!
Best regards,
3AMK Student Wellbeing Teams