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December 4, 2017

Maki Library expands hours for final two weeks of semester

The Sulo & Aileen Maki Library at Finlandia University has expanded its hours of operation throughout the final two weeks of the semester to help students better prepare for finals week.

A full list of hours can be found below, and can always be found on the right-hand column on the Maki Library webpage.

December 4-10, 2017 MONDAY-THURSDAY, 8 a.m. – Midnight FRIDAY, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. SATURDAY, 1 p.m. – 9 p.m. SUNDAY, 3 p.m. – Midnight December 11-17 (finals week) MONDAY-WEDNESDAY, 8 a.m. – Midnight THURSDAY, 8 a.m. – 11 [...]

December 1, 2017

Textbook Buyback available at North Wind Books December 7-15

Textbook Buyback will at North Wind Books on the campus of Finlandia University begins Wednesday, April 19. This is your opportunity to get top dollar back for the textbooks after you’re done using them this semester. Below is the full schedule for Textbook Buyback this semester.

TEXTBOOK BUYBACK DAYS AND TIMES Thursday, December 7 – 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Friday, December 8 – 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Monday, December 11 – 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Tuesday, December 12 – 10 [...]

November 30, 2017

27th Annual Contemporary Finnish American Artist Series Exhibition Kristin Pavelka: Kahvipaussi

Finlandia University Gallery will present the 27th Annual Contemporary Finnish American Artist Series Exhibition featuring the work of ceramic artist Kristin Pavelka. Her exhibit, titled Kahvipaussi will be on display at the Finlandia University Gallery. An opening reception for the public will take place at the gallery on Thursday, December 7th, from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. with an artist talk beginning at 7:20 p.m. The reception is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served.

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November 30, 2017

Finlandia’s Finnish American Heritage Center to host Independence gathering on December 6

It’s the most watched television program in Finland every year, and this year Copper Country residents will have the chance to tune in as well.

It’s the annual Presidential Independence Day Ball, which is hosted each December 6 by the President of Finland at the Presidential Palace, and televised across the nation. This year, at the Finnish American Heritage Center (FAHC), the Ball will be briefly live-streamed as part of a program exemplifying the Finnish traditions surrounding this [...]

November 29, 2017

TRIO SSS hosting Christmas/Finals Open House on December 7

On Thursday, December 7 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Mannerheim Central TRIO Student Support Services will be hosting their annual Christmas/Finals Open House.

This event is open to all Finlandia students, faculty and staff. The open house will include a festive and cozy atmosphere, hot cocoa, hot cider, snacks, holiday music, diverse holiday favorites on DVD, a make-and-take craft table and a whole l to of holiday cheer!

Plan to stop by, put your feet up and enjoy the moment [...]

November 26, 2017

Equity and Diversity Committee hosting Hidden Figures showing

The Equity and Diversity Committee will be hosting a film event on Thursday, November 30 at 7 p.m. in Wargelin 303. The movie will be Hidden Figures, and immediately following the showing will be a discussion led by Dr. Claudia Youakim and Janice Cox-Adolphs.

Light snacks will be provided. All students and employees are invited to attend.

ABOUT HIDDEN FIGURES

The incredible untold story of Katherine G. Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan and Mary Jackson – brilliant African-American women working at NASA, who [...]

November 23, 2017

North Wind Books launches new website, offers Black Friday discount

North Wind Books has launched a new website! North Wind Books has a rich history in Michigan’s Keweenaw Peninsula, and this new web home is meant to ensure it’s success as an online and offline resource for local and Finnish-themed books, unique gift items and of course the official home of Finlandia University and Finlandia Lions apparel for years to come. Below are some of the great benefits offered with the new website.

Shop Now at North [...]

November 17, 2017

Study abroad with Paloheimo Fellows Program

Deadline to apply is November 27

The Paloheimo Fellows Program, a competitive study abroad opportunity, is now taking applications for the Spring 2018 class. Paloheimo Fellows are a group of four Finlandia University students who travel to Finland with Assistant Professor of Finnish and Nordic Studies Dr. Hilary Virtanen to engage in field research on Finnish society and culture. Students are accepted from any and all majors, however students must be at least a junior in a four-year program or [...]

November 14, 2017

Andrews named head women’s soccer coach

Jordan Andrews has been named head coach for the Finlandia University women’s soccer program. Andrews has been an assistant coach for the men’s team for the last three seasons and women’s team for the last two seasons.

“Jordan has shown a great work ethic and passion for the game of soccer over his three seasons as an assistant coach here at Finlandia,” said Curtis Wittenberg, Athletic Director. “He has been an asset in his roles to date here, [...]

November 14, 2017

Imagine a world where “slut” doesn’t make sense as an insult

Tonight Finlandia University welcomes Emily Linden, the founder of the Unslut Project. She will present at the Finnish American Heritage Center on Tuesday, November, 14 at 7 p.m.

Linden’s story began with her personal accounts of being “slut-shamed” in middle school. Upon hearing tragic stories of young women who committed suicide to escape bullying, Linden was moved to share her personal experiences of bullying to bring light to the heart-wrenching consequences of such behavior. She created a blog [...]

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