ÅA & ÅAS: International Students’ Day in Vasa
| Event info | |
| Start | 30.10.2026 11:00 |
| End | 30.10.2026 15:00 |
| Organizer | ÅA’s International Day Planning Group and The Student Union of Åbo Akademi University |
| Place | Academill (Strandgatan 2, Vasa) |
Welcome to International Students’ Day in Vasa! ✨🌍
On 30 October, International Students’ Day will take place at Academill! The day will consist of a full-day event showcasing the international community at Åbo Akademi University! 🤩 You do not want to miss this!
A detailed schedule of the day
10 a.m. in the Auditorium: Opening ceremony with musical performances
Remarks by Rector for Vasa campus and Vice-Rector for Education Mikael Nygård, Head of Department for the Institute of Education Michaela Pörn, as well as Chairman of the City Council of Vaasa and Chairman of the Regional Board of Ostrobothnia Frans Villanen. There will be musical performances by international students between speeches.🎶
11 a.m.–12.30 p.m. in the Foyer: Cultural booths and activities
Many cultures, one community. In the booths you get to discover traditional food, music, games, clothing, language, arts & crafts, among other things! Walk around and discover cultural heritage from around the world!🗺
1 p.m.–3 p.m. in the Auditorium: Keynote address & cultural performances.
The keynote speech will be held by Executive Director of Finnish University Partnership for International Development Kaisa Kurki. The day finishes with various cultural performances, including a cultural fashion show.💃🏻👗
Organisers
The event is organised together with ÅA’s International Day Planning Group and The Student Union of Åbo Akademi University.