
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.

Events 
ÅAS members’ survey – we will raffle off gift cards and theatre tickets
The members’ survey is open. Answer on Sunday 11 May at latest to participate in the raffle of 15 gift card... Read moreNews and blogs
News – 29.4.2025
Scholarships from the Agneta and Carl-Erik Olin fund 2025
Scholarships are offered from the Agneta and Carl-Erik Olin Fund to individuals pursuing a licentiate or doctoral degree at Åbo Akademi Univer...
Blog – 28.4.2025
It’s time to celebrate – May Day is here!
It’s time to start celebrating, May Day is here! This year, May Day at Vårdberget celebrates 100 years. This has made May Day history an...
News – 14.4.2025
Recipients of diplomas and roses 2025
Record Number of Nominations for “Roses to the ÅAU staff” – Language Teachers Stand Out This year, the Student Union of Åbo Akademi Univ...

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