Event
Back to Campus festival
Join us for a fun-filled festival with togetherness. The opening of the 2025-2026 academic year will once again be celebrated in Back to Campus festival style! The event will take place on Thursday, August 28th at 13.00-16.00 in the courtyard of Jamk's main campus.
The event is open to Jamk students and staff.
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Rajakatu 35
40200 Jyväskylä
Finland
Robin Packalen, one of Finland's most popular artists, will open Jamk's academic year 2025–2026
Since 2012, Robin Packalen has been among Finland’s most popular artists. Over the course of his career, he has released five albums in Finnish and English that have achieved multi-platinum status. His music has been streamed over 500 million times in total. Robin has also received several industry awards, including four Emma Awards and one MTV EMA Award. Welcome to Jamk, Robin!
Robin Packalen – Official website for Robin Packalen
Welcome to Jamk's own fesival
Join us to celebrate the start of the academic year, enjoy the festival atmosphere, and have a pleasant time together. You can also explore the offerings of our partners, gather inspiration for your well-being, and get ready for the new academic year.
The event is organized in close cooperation with the student union JAMKO. The entire Jamk community has been challenged to JAMKO's KAJ rally and the students' evening continues at JAMKO's Kick Off event.
The event is alcohol-free. Rumor has it that it’s a great opportunity to collect the first overall patches of the autumn!
For all students and staff
The event is aimed at all Jamk staff and all degree, route and exchange students. The event area will be fenced off and protected from outsiders. Access to the event is through a few entrances.
How do I get in?
The event is free of charge and there is no need to register. You need to prove that you are a student or staff member of Jamk. More detailed instructions can be found on the Elmo intranet.
Programme
12:30 Festival area opens
13:00 Welcome to start the new academic year at Jamk!
14:00 Robin Packalen
15:00 KAJ rally
The programme may be subject to change by the organizer.
Please note! Videos and photos will be taken at the event for Jamk's use.
Loads of activities
The campus yard will be full of fun activities to explore with your friends and colleagues.
City of Jyväskylä
Welcome to explore the services of the City of Jyväskylä and spin the Wheel of Fortune!
At the city’s booth, you’ll meet representatives from:
- International House Jyväskylä / Employment Services
- Ohjaamo & Youth House
- Veturitallit
- Housing Advice
- Participation Services
Esport Area invites you to play
GamePit Pro houses up to 18 ruggedly equipped PC stations, suitable for casual gaming as well as more intense tournaments. Jamk's very own gaming area also features PlayStations and VR headsets, which are freely available for use throughout the event.
JAMKO and friends - get to know Student Union activities
Come and get to know the representatives and services of JAMKO, the student union of Jamk, student organizations, and the Active University project.
Jamk partners - get to know them and netwok
Chat and network with representatives from Keski-Suomen Osuuspankki and LähiTapiola.
Jamk Wellbeing on Rajis Beach
At this stand, care and support become tangible with the presence of:
- Guidance and Well-being Team
- Student Services
- International Services
- University Sports UMove
Juvenes Terrace, enjoy the delicacies
Naturally, there's a wide variety of treats available at the festival. Welcome!
KAJ-Rally - may the fastest win
KAJ-Rally is a race where study fields, JAMKO and staff members compete with their self-made vehicles in the following categories: fastest, best and coolest vehicle. Main trophy is for the fastest vehicle.
Skills Through Gaming
Digital gaming isn’t just fun – it can genuinely help develop study skills and boost motivation for learning. Join the Gaming Skills for Studies -project’s Game Meet Up to play, meet other students, and learn more about the skill coaching groups starting this autumn. You will find us at GamePit Pro.
The groups combine gaming and study skill development in a relaxed yet goal-oriented way. More student events are also coming this autumn.
Everyone who visits the Game Meet Up will be entered into a draw to win a mystery game!
The Startup Factory
The Startup Factory (Yritystehdas) is a startup incubator where we coach companies aiming for rapid growth towards international markets.
We also inspire individuals in educational institutions towards entrepreneurship through credited business coaching that can be integrated into their studies!
The Startup Factory’s Mocktail Lounge
Shake up your day! Pick your mocktail, á 4e and don’t forget to join our pizza raffle at the lounge!
Language Centre
Come and explore the services and offerings of the Language Centre. You can also challenge your friend to a sumo wrestling match!
Central Finland Rescue Department
Come and try out initial fire extinguishing and learn about fire safety!
Jamk Tigers
Are you interested in joining our activities as a player, team staff member, or most importantly—as a fan?
Come and get to know the Tigers, Jamk’s top ice hockey team! You’ll have the chance to test your skills in a precision game and ask your burning questions about the upcoming hockey season.
It's awesome to have you with us in the Jamk community!
Festival etiquette
Back to Campus is a festival where everyone is accepted and appreciated as they are. Let's create a positive atmosphere and an inclusive festival by following Jamk's principals for safer space:
- Don't bully, discriminate, act disruptively or treat others with disrispect.
- Intervene and speak up.
- Respect others' personal space and self-determination and immunity.
- Acknowledge your own presumptions.
- Use understandable language.
- Listen and be heard.
More information
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