The representative elections of the Student Union of the University of Lapland (LYY) were held on 2-8 November. Artikla, representing law students, became the winner of the elections and the largest electoral association. The biggest vote-pullers were Jani Siirilä of KTK’s Mahtilista, the electoral association representing the students of the Faculty of Education, with 62 … Read more
The highest decision-making power in the Student Union of the University of Lapland (LYY) is exercised by the Council of Representatives. The Council of Representatives is elected by the members of the Student Union by proportional election. The term of office of the current Council of Representatives expires on 30 November 2023 and the new … Read more
In the Student Union of the University of Lapland (LYY), existing tasks have been reformed, and new personnel have been hired to complement the new tasks. Organization and Communication Specialist Esa-Pekka Tuppi has moved to the job position of Community Specialist. Esa-Pekka tells about his new assignment: “I am happy that after communications have moved … Read more
LYY expresses concern about the livelihood of students and opposes the government’s budget proposal to cut housing benefits and freeze the student financial aid index. The combined impact of these proposals on students’ everyday lives and finances is significant. Students are the largest group receiving housing allowance, and the government’s proposal would directly cut 12.5 … Read more
The Council of Representatives of The Student’s Union of University of Lapland (LYY) has decided in their meeting on 12th of September, to nominate Julia Rapo as a presidential candidate for the National Union of University Students for the year 2024. Julia Rapo Rapo, 24, is a student in the Art Education program and an … Read more
Representative Council Elections of the Student Union of the University of Lapland 2023 The highest decision-making power in the Student Union of the University of Lapland (LYY) is exercised by the Council of Representatives. The Council of Representatives is elected by the members of the Student Union by proportional election. The term of office of … Read more
Equality is one of our core values. LYY is an intersectionally feminist and anti-racist student union that strives for responsibility and sustainability. With this declaration, we want to remind you of our commitment to anti-racism and human rights. We want to tell you how we ourselves operate now and in the future, and what kind … Read more
LYY’s Service Point at the F-wing is open Monday to Tuesday, from 12 PM to 2 PM. You can for example buy new overall-badges at the Service Point! LYY’s Office will be open again by reservation. To set up a visit, please contact us via lyy(a)lyy.fi or +358 44 787 5670. You can always visit … Read more
Annual celebration season is approaching, but you have nothing to wear? Or have you celebrated all your annual parties, and your wardrobe is full of party dresses and suits that you no longer need? Don’t worry! LYY’s Anniversary Flea Market offers you the opportunity to find a new party outfit for yourself and sell your … Read more