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  • INVEST Week in Topoľčianky, Slovakia: Learning Beyond the Classroom

    Learning does not only happen in classrooms or behind screens – it happens in encounters, conversations, and shared experiences. At the end of April 2026, the INVEST Week in Topoľčianky, Slovakia brought this idea to life. In this article, both student and teacher perspectives come together to reflect on a week of international collaboration and…

  • Gamification Supports Learning and Inclusion in Social and Health Care 

    Gamification has become well established across many sectors of education and youth work, but in the social and health care sector its potential is often only just being recognized. In a Finnish-language episode of the RemoTED project’s podcast, gamification was examined together with experts from the North Karelia wellbeing services county (Siun sote). In this…

  • Encounters at a Distance

    Digital inclusion doesn’t happen by accident – it is built through everyday encounters, clear communication, and the right kind of support. This article is about the RemoTED project’s “Digivaikuttajat” podcast, in which Leena Koljonen Sorsa shares hands-on lessons from North-Karelia, Finland, offering practical takeaways on how remote services can strengthen participation, competence, and meaningful interaction.…

  • Building online pedagogy skills in Zambia

    Karelia UAS and Lapland UAS from Finland and Copperbelt University (CBU) and Mulungushi University (MU) from Zambia have collaborated in capacity building of the Zambian universities’ online pedagogic skills. Lecturers from Joensuu and Rovaniemi visited the Zambian universities to hear more about their experiences and use of the skills trained within the collaboration. Two workshops…

  • The Viable Business Idea course started in early February

    The Viable Business Idea course arranged by Talent Hub Eastern Finland started on Thursday, February 5th 2026, with about 20 students, two teachers and one intern in Wärtsilä’s Dynamo lounge. There were visibly enthusiastic and motivated international students present. In total, about thirty students have registered for the course. There are a total of 6-7…

  • Testing Arctic Energy Communities Before Building Them – Simulation as a Core Tool in SEEC

    Why Arctic energy communities are challenging to design Designing resilient energy communities in the Arctic is not straightforward. Long distances, cold winters, strong seasonal variation in solar production and high heating demand shape how energy is used. These factors interact in ways that are difficult to predict without proper tools. At the same time, distributed…

  • EU-MAT: Circular Construction in Northern Cities

    Buildings are globally responsible for about 40% carbon emissions, 50% of all extracted materials, 33% of water consumption and 35% of waste generated (World Green Building Council, 2022). In the construction sector, only a small share of building materials is typically returned to circulation. Most material fractions end up as waste after demolition, even though…

  • Marketing internship at Karelia UAS – diverse experience and skills for future

    My journey as an intern at Karelia University of Applied Sciences has been great and a huge learning experience for me. I would like to appreciate my team for their exceptional support, for always appreciating me, making sure of my wellbeing, and giving me tasks that helped me learn interesting things and grow immensely.  I…

  • European Universities Networking Day: Finland’s Alliances Driving the Future of European Higher Education

    European University Alliances (EUAs) represent one of the most transformative developments in European higher education. They aim to reshape how universities collaborate by creating shared campuses, joint practices, and long-term structures for mobility, research, innovation, and societal engagement. This evolving model encourages institutions to work not only with Europe but as Europe, aligning strategies, infrastructures,…

  • Podcast: Typical Work Day in Europe

    Ever wondered what a workday looks like across Europe? This podcast series takes you inside offices and workplaces in Finland, Slovakia, Spain, Greece, Italy, and Bulgaria, revealing how people organize their day, make decisions, and even enjoy their lunch breaks. From Finland’s flat hierarchies and coffee-fueled morning meetings, to Slovakia’s structured schedules and respect for…