What is a student union?
There is a student union at every university in Finland. The main purpose of a student union is to advocate students’ interests. At Åbo Akademi University (ÅAU), this task belongs to the Student Union of ÅAU (in short ÅAS). The student unions’ position is stipulated in the Universities Act, and in order to be a powerful organisation that the university listens to, the law also states that all students are automatically members of their student union.
Anti-Racism week
This week, we are highlighting how everyone can contribute to a safe society. No one should feel unsafe or excluded. Actively working to combat racism is incredibly important. The Red Cross highlights exactly how harmful small comments and pa...
Events
Vappen på Vårdberget 2026
Welcome to celebrate the arrival of spring with us at Vårdberget! The Student Union’s biggest annual event,... Read moreNews and blogs
Blog – 10.4.2026
Relationships, loneliness and ways to get support through sexual health counselling
Read time approx. 3 minutes As a sexual health counsellor, I sometimes discuss loneliness with clients. Loneliness can manifest itself in the ...
News – 6.4.2026
Design a cover for the Kårkalender
ÅAS ordnar pärmbildstävling till Kårkalendern. Vinnaren utlovas ett pris!
News – 1.4.2026
ÅAS and student restaurant Kårkaféerna are buying hens for Kåren’s courtyard
Self-sufficiency trends, protein maximisation and rising egg prices are behind the decision to buy hens for Kåren’s courtyard. As part o...
Service Points' opening hours
The service point in Vasa is closed on Thursday, April 2nd.
Åbo:
Kåren: Monday and Thursday from noon to 3 p.m.
Astra: Wednesday from noon to 3 p.m.
Vasa:
Havtornen: Monday from noon to 3 p.m.
Academill: Thursday from noon to 3 p.m.
Partners
