VAMK 30 Years
Vaasa University of Applied Sciences will turn 30 on August 1, 2026. VAMK is full of energy and the 30-year journey will be celebrated throughout the year together with students, staff and stakeholders. The anniversary year will be visible on campus and in the cityscape of Vaasa through various events and activities.
Public Lecture Series in March
The free, open-to-all lecture series “Humanity, Technology and the Economy – How Do We Build the Welfare Society of the Future?” will be in cooperation with the adult education centre Alma on four Tuesdays in March. The series brings together history and future visions in an engaging and accessible way. The lectures will be held in Finnish.
March 3, 2026: Higher Education and Regional Vitality – From the Past to Future Expertise
The region’s strong industrial base created the foundation for the demand for expertise and led to the establishment of the first educational units, from which today’s Vaasa University of Applied Sciences has grown. The interaction between industry and education has, for decades, strengthened the region’s vitality, competitiveness, and sense of community. Now, the focus turns to the future: how will this collaboration continue to build well-being and sustainable growth?
March 10, 2026: Smart Solutions in Service of Humans – Technology and the New Rhythm of Society
Technology is not just machines and code; it is a tool for building a better future. How can technology serve humanity?
Anna-Kaisa Saari, Senior Lecturer in Information Technology and Juho Pölönen, Senior Lecturer in Robotics
March 17, 2026: Empathy and Ethics in the Age of Data – A New Era of Humanity and Well-Being
Technology can support well-being as long as humanity is preserved. What is the role of humans alongside technology?
Hanna-Kaisa Pernaa, Director of the School of Health Care and Social Services
March 24, 2026: Creating Value from Innovation – Ecosystems for Sustainable Growth
The welfare economy as the foundation for growth. How can responsible business practices and collaboration between the private and public sectors create a basis for sustainable economic growth?
Teemu Myllylä, Senior Lecturer in Business
VAMK at EnergyWeek, 17–19 March 2026
VAMK will host three topical seminars during EnergyWeek. You can also meet us at our exhibition stand at City Hall on 17–18 March.
- 17.3.2026 Hydrogen for a resilient renewable energy future
12:30–14:00, Meeting Hall, City Hall - 18.3.2026 Grid Flexibility – An 8 billion euro opportunity for business model innovation?
14:00–15:30, Art Hall, City Hall - 19.3.2026 Unlocking industrial transformation with green hydrogen
12:30–14:00, Meeting Hall, City Hall
Night of the Arts 13.8.2026
Residents of Vaasa will have the opportunity to explore VAMK’s activities, history, and future during the Night of the Arts on August 13. VAMK’s tent can be found from the park next to the church.
Campusfestival in September
Campus festival opens the academic year and is for everyone over 18. The event is a joint effort of all all universities in Vaasa.
Share VAMK memories with us
The history of Vaasa University of Applied Sciences is made up of its people and moments. Everyone who has been connected to VAMK’s activities at different times and in different roles e.g. alumni, current students, staff, partners, and residents of Vaasa, is warmly invited to share memories and photographs from different decades of VAMK’s various stages.
The memories will be shared during the year on VAMK’s social media channels.
For media
Are you preparing an article about VAMK? Through VAMK’s communication services, you can reach experts and interviewees. Any questions related to the anniversary year can be directed to Head of Communications and Marketing, Sirpa Rutanen or Communications Specialist Maria Miettinen-Battistini, Questions and opinions related to VAMK’s operations are answered by the CEO, President Hannu Vahtera.
