National Union of Students in Finnish Universities of Applied Sciences – SAMOK
We are a nationally active student organisation. We are made up of 22 different student unions, and our common goal is to promote the interests of students at universities of applied sciences. We support and serve student unions so that they are best prepared to represent the interests of students at their own institution.
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SAMOK & SYL: Student housing as a strategic success factor for municipalities
In the future, the adequacy and price of affordable student housing will be even more critical success factors for student cities than they...
Statement: Changes to Permanent Residence Permit Must Also Apply to Graduates of Universities of Applied Sciences
International professionals graduating from universities of applied sciences are being placed in an unequal position under the reform of the...
SAMOK and SYL call for action: addressing the livelihood and employment challenges of international students
SAMOK and SYL call on the government, employers and higher education institutions to take action to promote the integration of international...
SAMOK’s and SYL’s statement on the report on student financial aid: Now the government has the opportunity to repair and to not just cut
The report of the working group preparing the overall reform of student financial aid that was submitted to the minister today determines the...
Bulletin: SAMOK’s Board for 2025 has divided the responsibilities
The SAMOK Board for 2025 has been organised at its meeting on the 12th of December 2024, with shared responsibilities for education policy,...
Resolution on Finnish student housing crisis
The European Students’ Union (ESU), together with the Finnish student unions National Union of Students in Finnish Universities of Applied...
Blog: International Student: Cash Cow or a Human Being Behind the Numbers?
Finland is suffering from a shortage of workers in several fields, and the country’s demographic dependency ratio is deteriorating at an alarming...
Blog: Student, remember to use your vote!
Student well-being is created by the smooth running of everyday life, accessible services and effective mental health support. That is why the results of the regional and municipal elections affect all of our everyday lives – you still have time to vote, 13.4.
Blog: Student, how are you?
“How are you?” – a question that may seem mundane, but is a burden for more and more students. Mental health challenges, income uncertainty and a performance culture are putting more and more strain on students. The role of organizations as community builders and providers of preventive support is now more important than ever. Well-being is not an individual burden – it is our shared responsibility.
Candidate blog: When I am at the rock bottom — Where do I find the strength to continue?
When you suddenly lose a loved one, and then another, it feels like the ground is pulled from beneath your feet. The world collapses on you, and...
Candidate blog: Looking for well-being
It’s that time of year again when student unions focus on ensuring continuity. While the focus is partially on the upcoming year already, we are...
Candidate blog: The role of universities of applied sciences in society is irreplaceable
I started my studies at a university of applied sciences in 2020. During my years of study, I have noticed that the prestige and recognition of...