National Union of Students in Finnish Universities of Applied Sciences – SAMOK
We are a nationally active student organisation. We are made up of 21 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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We issued a comment on amendments to international students’ residence permits
SAMOK has issued its statement on the government proposal for an act amending the Act on the Conditions of Entry and Residence of Third-Country...
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...
Blog: Inclusion and openness require action and the right attitude
The values of SAMOK's 2025–2028 strategy include openness and a student-led approach. In my opinion, both are at the very core of a student...
Candidate blog: Quality management of University of Applied Sciences degrees is an integral part of everyday life
The quality of a University of Applied Sciences degree is not just a formality but a concrete promise to students and employers regarding the...
Candidate blog: Accessibility is not a special solution but a fundamental right
When we talk about equality among students, the discussion often focuses on important topics such as livelihood, mental health, and the...
Candidate blog: The Schrödinger situation of International Students: between being needed and being pushed away
On recurring occurrence, the Finnish government has said that we, international students are important. They even aim to triple the number of...
Candidate blog: Does a student have a future if they don’t have a present?
All of us have surely stopped to think about our future at some point. Sometimes it’s clear what direction we want to take. Other times, the...
How Can a Student Make Learning Meaningful for a Teacher?
October 5th is World Teachers’ Day, celebrated since 1994 at the initiative of UNESCO and Education International (EI). The day highlights the...