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Statement: Finland must join the European development of the Professional Doctorate
The National Union of Students in Finnish Universities of Applied Sciences – SAMOK calls for the establishment and development of the...
Statement: Taking Finland into the 2040s through accessible vocational and professional education
Today, the Ministry of Education and Culture has published the vision for higher education and research for 2040: "Direction for Finland through...
Statement: SAMOK concerned about recent student survey results: “Well-being is a fundamental right, not a privilege”
SAMOK demands immediate investments in students' financial support to strengthen their economic situation. The results of the Eurostudent 9...
Statement: Higher education students’ healthcare is held hostage by a zero-sum game
The Finnish Student Health Service (FSHS) announced on 28 May 2026 that it would begin change negotiations. This announcement is a stark reminder...
Bulletin: SAMOK presented awards and honours at its anniversary gala
The National Union of Students in Finnish Universities of Applied Sciences – SAMOK celebrated its 30th anniversary today, 6 June 2026, at...
Statement: Open higher education can’t become an auction house for degrees!
The National Union of Students in Finnish Universities of Applied Sciences (SAMOK) strongly opposes the government's proposal to grant...
SAMOK & SYL: Higher education institutions carry the responsibility and liability for the education agents they use
The distress experienced by international students and the activities of education agents have sparked widespread discussion. The topic was...
SAMOK and SYL wan to hear students’ views of FSHS – answer the questionnaire!
The Union of Students in Finnish Universities of Applied Sciences (SAMOK) and the National Union of University Students in Finland (SYL) have...
Bulletin: Take the survey on the development of SAMOK’s website
Welcome to our survey on the development of SAMOK’s website. The aim of the survey is to map users' experiences with the current website and...