News listing | Aalto University /en/listing/898311/feed News listing en Ira Matilainen believes that engaging with diverse stories builds foundation for meaningful encounters /en/news/ira-matilainen-believes-that-engaging-with-diverse-stories-builds-foundation-for-meaningful Fri, 29 May 2026 10:17:46 +0000 Ira Matilainen 1374713 at /en In the 100 words series, the Communications Manager at the School of Electrical Engineering shares how they have promoted equality, diversity and inclusion at Aalto University Ira Matilainen Isabel Salmi creates space for the opinions of quieter group members /en/news/isabel-salmi-creates-space-for-the-opinions-of-quieter-group-members Wed, 13 May 2026 08:26:22 +0000 Kira Vesikko 1372169 at /en In the 100 words series, the third-year student of Information Technology shares how she has promoted equality, diversity and inclusion at Aalto University Isabel Salmi Päivää, salaam, konnichiwa – Timi Lehtola brings diverse languages to everyday encounters /en/news/paivaa-salaam-konnichiwa-timi-lehtola-brings-diverse-languages-to-everyday-encounters Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:36:04 +0000 Kira Vesikko 1370322 at /en In the 100 words series, the research technician and occupational safety representative shares how he has promoted equality, diversity and inclusion at Aalto University Timi Lehtola 100 sanaa -sarjassa Kira Vesikko advocates for neurodivergent-friendly meetings /en/news/kira-vesikko-advocates-for-neurodivergent-friendly-meetings Tue, 07 Apr 2026 12:04:39 +0000 Kira Vesikko 1366762 at /en In the 100 words series, the Communications Specialist at the School of Electrical Engineering shares how they have promoted equality, diversity and inclusion at Aalto University Vasemmalla värikäs 100 sanaa -sarjan tausta. Oikealla muotokuva, Kira Vesikko. Tomi Laurila strives to ensure that everyone starts on an equal footing /en/news/tomi-laurila-strives-to-ensure-that-everyone-starts-on-an-equal-footing Mon, 23 Mar 2026 11:55:48 +0000 Kira Vesikko 1364415 at /en In the 100 words series, the Head of the Department of Electrical Engineering and Automation shares how he has promoted equality, diversity and inclusion at Aalto University Tomi Laurila John Millar facilitates group diversity with an algorithm /en/news/john-millar-facilitates-group-diversity-with-an-algorithm Mon, 09 Mar 2026 11:07:13 +0000 Kira Vesikko 1362189 at /en In the 100 words series, senior lecturer at the Department of Electrical Engineering and Automation shares how he has promoted equality, diversity and inclusion at Aalto University John Millar Anne Lähteenmäki believes that even a small gesture of acceptance builds trust /en/news/anne-lahteenmaki-believes-that-even-a-small-gesture-of-acceptance-builds-trust Tue, 24 Feb 2026 07:57:58 +0000 Kira Vesikko 1360043 at /en In the 100 words series the Professor of Radio Astronomy at the School of Electrical Engineering, shares how she has promoted equality, diversity and inclusion at Aalto University Vasemmalla kirkas gradientti sateenkaaren väreissä. Oikealla kiharatukkainen henkilö, jolla on kaulakoru ja tumma vaatetus. Outi Elina Kansanen leaves room for imperfections /en/news/outi-elina-kansanen-leaves-room-for-imperfections Mon, 09 Feb 2026 14:13:48 +0000 Kira Vesikko 1357699 at /en In the 100 words series, the Development Manager at the School of Electrical Engineering shares how she has promoted equality, diversity and inclusion at Aalto University Outi Elina Kansanen Sasha Spurná creates safe spaces in everyday situations /en/news/sasha-spurna-creates-safe-spaces-in-everyday-situations Tue, 18 Nov 2025 11:32:06 +0000 Anne Tapanainen 1342999 at /en In the 100 words series, the study coordinator at the School of Electrical Engineering shares how she has promoted equality, diversity and inclusion at Aalto University Kaksiosainen kuva: vasemmalla sateenkaaren värit liukuvärinä, oikealla tumma kiharahiuksinen nainen farkkupaidassa. Marius Anger encourages team colleagues to share diverse perspectives /en/news/marius-anger-encourages-team-colleagues-to-share-diverse-perspectives Mon, 03 Nov 2025 12:34:54 +0000 Anne Tapanainen 1340975 at /en In the 100 words series, doctoral researcher and the Chair of Aallonhuiput shares how he has promoted equality, diversity and inclusion at Aalto University Vasemmalla sateenkaaren värit gradienttina. Oikealla henkilö mustassa hupparissa seisoo portaikko takanaan. Caterina Soldano pays attention to words in everyday situations /en/news/caterina-soldano-pays-attention-to-words-in-everyday-situations Mon, 13 Oct 2025 08:32:18 +0000 Anne Tapanainen 1338511 at /en In the 100 words series, the Assistant Professor in Micro- and Nanosciences shares how she has promoted equality, diversity and inclusion at Aalto University Vasemmalla gradientti sateenkaaren väreissä, oikealla kiharatukkainen nainen mustassa paidassa ja silmälaseissa. Ivan Vujaklija shares an accessible route for students and visitors /en/news/ivan-vujaklija-shares-an-accessible-route-for-students-and-visitors Fri, 03 Oct 2025 12:29:41 +0000 Anne Tapanainen 1337401 at /en In the 100 words series, the Associate Professor in Electrical Engineering and Automation shares how he has promoted equality, diversity and inclusion at Aalto University Vasemmalla: sateenkaaren värejä gradienttina. Oikealla: mies tummassa neuleessa ja vaaleassa paidassa, lyhyet hiukset ja parta. Dean Jussi Ryynänen recruits different people for good balance /en/news/dean-jussi-ryynanen-recruits-different-people-for-good-balance Mon, 22 Sep 2025 08:50:04 +0000 Anne Tapanainen 1336511 at /en In the 100 words series, the Dean of the School of Electrical Engineering shares how he has promoted equality, diversity and inclusion at Aalto University Vasemmalla värikäs gradientti punaista, vaaleanpunaista, sinistä, vihreää ja keltaista. Oikealla mustavalkoinen kuva miehestä huppari päällä. Apply for ELEC Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity funding in April /en/news/apply-for-elec-equality-diversity-and-inclusivity-funding-in-april Tue, 18 Mar 2025 11:32:27 +0000 Laura Vaherkoski 1306091 at /en Students and staff at the School of Electrical Engineering can apply for funding for projects that support equality and diversity throughout April. University Abstract image with wavy purple and white lines creating a flowing pattern. Polish up your language skills this autumn /en/news/polish-up-your-language-skills-this-autumn Mon, 02 Sep 2024 11:07:26 +0000 Minna Tiainen 1185671 at /en Several language initiatives offer Aaltonians a chance to learn and improve their language skills free-of-charge on Âé¶¹´«Ã½ starting September Campus kielikerho Join the Unite! 21-Day Diversity & Inclusion Challenge /en/news/join-the-unite-21-day-diversity-inclusion-challenge Thu, 15 Aug 2024 05:43:22 +0000 Suvi Lavinto 1166556 at /en A self-directed, online and free learning tool designed to deepen your understanding of diversity and inclusion. University A person sits on a coach looking at a laptop. Text Unite! 21 Day Diversity and Inclusion Challenge. How to support equality and diversity? Apply for funding for your idea! /en/news/how-to-support-equality-and-diversity-apply-for-funding-for-your-idea Thu, 21 Mar 2024 12:55:50 +0000 Laura Vaherkoski 1022911 at /en Students and staff at the School of Electrical Engineering can apply for funding for projects that support equality and diversity throughout April. University Valaistu Aalto-yliopiston logo ja ohikävelevä henkilö ‘If we make informed and thoughtful choices, it can catalyse diversity in our community’ /en/news/if-we-make-informed-and-thoughtful-choices-it-can-catalyse-diversity-in-our-community Wed, 06 Mar 2024 05:17:19 +0000 Tiina Aulanko-Jokirinne 1009156 at /en On 27 February 2024, Assistant Professor Jaana Vapaavuori hosted a breakfast event to catalyze all kinds of diversities, in conjunction with the U.N. Day of Women and Girls in Science. Different diversities can be, for example: ideas, identities, representations, backgrounds, experiences, and bodies. Campus Paneeli IUPAC Global Womens Breakfast -tapahtumassa LGBTQI+ network had their first meeting – join the group in the next meeting! /en/news/lgbtqi-network-had-their-first-meeting-join-the-group-in-the-next-meeting Fri, 25 Aug 2023 11:41:43 +0000 Ida Salin 946951 at /en LGBTQI+ community network meeting regularly. University Pride flags Towards a more equal community: International mobility /en/news/towards-a-more-equal-community-international-mobility Fri, 16 Jun 2023 12:11:17 +0000 Minna Tiainen 921961 at /en Depending on personal circumstances, international mobility can be either a burdensome responsibility or an open door to adventure. Tapio Lokki and Jara Uitto discuss how they experienced their time working abroad – and how they would now advise younger researchers. University Tapio Lokki, Jara Uitto