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
FUI: Levyraati-evening (music recommendation)
An evening with FUI and music. For those unfamiliar with Levyraati; it is an event where the participants get to s... Read moreRÅA: Rocktoberfest
⚡️💚ROCKTOBERFEST 2026💚⚡ Rocktoberfest is back from the dead and more alive than before!⚡️This year ... Read moreNews and blogs
News – 14.4.2026
Scholarships from the Agneta and Carl-Erik Olin fund 2026
One or more scholarships are available from the Agneta and Carl-Erik Olin Fund for individuals pursuing a Licentiate or Doctoral degree at Åbo...
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!
Service Points' opening hours
The Service Point in Åbo will close at 2 p.m. on 30 April. The Service Point in Åbo will be closed on 6–7 May, and the one in Vasa will be closed on 7 May.
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
