Category: student story
Life of an International Student in Finland
Finland, the country that is titled “The Happiest Country in the world” is surrounded by its borders with Sweden, Norway, and Russia. A beautifully carried four seasons, thick woodlands, lakes, […]
A student who is passionate about making a difference in the world
Sasheeka Mahima Wijethunga is a 25-year-old student from Matara, Sri Lanka. He is currently studying Digital International Business at XAMK University in Finland. Mahima is a driven, risk-taking individual who […]
The Journey of 5660 Miles to the North
Growing up in a South Asian country where everyone’s life revolves around family, the journey to Finland was an impulsive decision that came to life little by little. The thought […]
When was the last time you did something for the ‘first time’?
I have always been a hunter for the ‘first times’ in my life. First degree, first job, first car, first love, first kiss and the list goes on. These instances […]
Unlocking Joy: Why Having a Hobby Matters
“You should find a hobby”. All of us have heard it at some point in our lives. As we step into academic life in Finland, this is one of the […]
Kouvola to Valencia: Experiencing exchange life
Hello, everyone! I’m Quyen Huynh, a third-year student at XAMK, and I’m excited to share my exchange experience in Valencia, Spain, with you. Hugh kindly invited me to write this […]
Finnish outdoors: Enjoy it while it lasts!
Nested in the northern reaches of Europe, Finland is a country that is known for its natural beauty, a rich culture deeply rooted in tradition and as a Nordic jewel […]
Experience for student buying used bicycles in Finland.
Vol 25, Issue 20, 24 March 2023 Summer is about to arrive. We’re starting to see the weather change. The snow began to melt, and the road surface began to […]
Literature review- Challenges and opportunities of Xamk export education to Ukraine (Alevtyna Byieva 2021)
Vol 25, Issue 19, 17 March 2023 Since the number of Finnish students is low compared to international students by only about 20%, dissertations from 2013 to 2018 at universities […]
Part-time job, first door of the life
Vol 25, Issue 18 10 March 2023 When it comes to part-time work, what number do you think of? 1, 2, 3, or 4, 5, 6… Is it the number […]