Current Topics
News, current topics and events at Jamk.
News
New ideas for industrial side streams in the Meri-Lappi region – ReFlow Hackathon winner proposes microalgae-based solution
Nine teams showcased diverse concepts and practical solutions at an innovation competition held in Jyväskylä in late April. Winner was Jamk Leväryhmä, a team of engineering students focusing on the cultivation and further processing of microalgae.
May Day changes in Library opening hours
On self-service hours, entry with your library card.
Jamk to Be Audited for the Fourth Time – Audit Supports High-Quality Everyday Higher Education
An audit that promotes high-quality everyday higher education has been launched at Jamk. The audit, to be carried out in 2026–2027, will assess the quality of Jamk’s operations and the effectiveness of its quality system.
Transforming Teaching and Learning in Rwanda’s HEIs
Rwanda is rapidly transforming its higher education sector through digital innovation. Responding to this national need, our ongoing project the Higher Education Pedagogies for Teacher Education (HEP-TED) is contributing to practical solutions.
Events
Talent Sprint Challenge
Empowering future talents with right opportunities! Talent Sprint connects students and companies through real case-solving and practical collaboration. Talent Sprint is organised in collaboration with Talent Boost and Brande.
From Nature Connection to Action: Findings from the Act with Nature research
How can connection with nature support both well-being and pro-environmental action?
Graduation ceremony of the School of Professional Teacher Education
The graduation ceremony of the School of Professional Teacher Education on Friday, June 5, 2026. We will celebrate all those who graduated from Jamk's School of Professional Teacher Education during the academic year 2025 - 2026.
Graduation Ceremony of the School of Technology
School of Technology welcomes Bachelor’s and Master’s engineering degree graduates to the Graduation ceremony on Friday 5 June at 2 p.m. to Lutakko Campus. The graduation ceremony will be held in Dynamo auditorium.
NordYrk 2026 conference in Jyväskylä, Finland
The NordYrk 2026 conference on 10 - 12 June, 2026, will focus on immersive and work-based approaches to enhance practical learning in vocational education and training. It is aimed at researchers, educators, education developers, and policy professionals in vocational and higher vocational education and training. Learn more and registrate!
BioBoosters Demo Days 2026
A warm welcome to an exclusive event for the BioBoosters ecosystem. Step into the home of BioBoosters – a vibrant environment for education, research, and innovation.