Category: Features
The Substance: the Nightmare of Beauty Standards
Vol 27, Issue 8, 8 November 2024 We all know that nowadays a fashion world is leaning towards the dominance of youth and dozens beauty standards for women. At least […]
Learning methods that count
When I first began at XAMK and started creating educational products, I thought developing a successful course wouldn’t require much effort on my part. I assumed that a well-designed pedagogical […]
How I managed to BEAT the Winter in Finland
If you have just started your studies in Finland and don’t know what to expect of the winter or how to deal with it… HEAR. ME. OUT! How to survive […]
Rest as part of your successful studies
Vol 27, Issue 7, 1 November 2024 As the autumn holidays have passed, I hope all students have rested well and now are ready to carry on with their studies. […]
Cute animals, not so cute problems or how citizen science can save baby seals
Cute animals often grab our attention, but the challenges they face are far from cute. The plight of the Saimaa ringed seal is a reminder that the beauty of wildlife […]
The magic of journaling: a life-changing experience
Vol 27, Issue 6, 18 October 2024 Journaling helps us free our minds from our thoughts and emotions, and sort of reload ourselves. It creates a non-judgmental space for you […]
Inhale-exhale: beat the autumn blues
Autumn has hit me hard, and I hope you’re managing a bit better. With the change of seasons, I’ve been diving deep into my master’s program while also engaging in […]
The Role of AI in Game Design: How to Create Art With AI
Volume 27, Issue 5 I know that I’m going to trigger so many people with this headline. But before you start making posters of me, hear me out and read […]
How to capture the Northern lights
Imagine living in a country where the Aurora Borealis dances in the sky, but for eight years, you’ve never seen it. Sometimes you’re asleep, traveling, or just reading, only to […]
Borderless Kouvola: an Innovative Vision of Finnish Job Market
Vol 27, Issue 5, 11 October 2024 On Thursday, 10th of October, Junior Chamber International (JCI) organized a wonderful event for international students, as well as immigrants, to give them […]