Graduation ceremony of the School of Professional Teacher Education

Communality is the theme of this traditional celebration, because it best reflects the journey you have taken. Graduation is not an individual accomplishment, but a process of learning together, sharing, and supporting one another. Every group discussion, shared insight, and encouraging message has been part of the collective strength that has brought you to this moment.

Communality is also at the heart of being a teacher. It is visible in how we meet people, build trust, and create space for growth. That is why it feels natural to celebrate your graduation under this very theme – together, as a community that has been with you throughout the entire journey.

The Graduation Ceremony was for all those who graduated from Jamk's School of Professional Teacher Education during the academic year 2025 - 2026.

Venue: Auditorium Tulikari, Jamk's Main campus and online

• Welcome and congratulatory speech
  Pekka Risku, Director, Jamk School of Professional Teacher Education
• Alumni greeting
  Janne Roiha, Professional Teacher Education
• Thoughts and insights of graduating students during their studies
  Paula Kekkonen, Study Counsellor Education
  Katariina Kärki-Susi, Vocational Special Needs Teacher Education
  Kathia Saldana, Professional Teacher Education
• Roses
• Toast to the Graduates, Restaurant Twist, 1st Floor
  Coffee

Music
Saara Siltala Duo, Finnish Music Campus

Hosts of the event
Piia Kolho, Principal Lecturer, Jamk School of Professional Teacher Education
Mika Loponen, Lecturer, Jamk School of Professional Teacher Education

Photography
The event will be photographed. Photos will be published after the event on this page and in other Jamk channels.