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October 18, 2017

First Gathering for Fellowship of Christian Athletes is Sunday

The Fellowship of Christian Athletes is a new group on Finlandia’s campus and will be having their first meeting on Sunday, October 22 at 4 p.m. in the Shawn Wickersheim Memorial Student Lounge in the Paavo Nurmi Center. Students, coaches, staff and faculty are invited to stop by for food, fun and fellowship.

Fellowship of Christian Athletes at Finlandia University

Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) allows for students to have spiritual growth and fellowship in a positive and fun atmosphere! FCA focuses on [...]

October 16, 2017

Dr. Virtanen to speak at symposium at Library of Congress

Finlandia University Assistant Professor of Finnish and Nordic Studies Dr. Hilary Virtanen is going to be one of three panelists Thursday at the Library of Congress for a symposium celebrating the history and future of the Finnish language.

Dr. Hilary Virtanen

“It is an honor to take part in this symposium and to use research and experiences with Upper Midwestern Finnish in celebration of Finland’s centennial,” Dr. Virtanen said. “While it is true that many aspects [...]

October 12, 2017

Midnight madness comes to the Keweenaw

The Finlandia University men’s and women’s basketball teams are proud to announce the inaugural FinnU Midnight Madness. The event, which kicks off the 2017-18 basketball season, will be at the Paavo Nurmi Center, Saturday, October 14 beginning at 10 p.m.

Activities

Knockout Basketball Musical Chairs Individual Three Point Shootout Team Organized Three Point Shootout Student – Faculty Basketball Game coached by players Men’s Basketball Scrimmage

Any students or faculty interested in participating in the student-faculty game are invited to stop by the Tutoring and Learning Center. At around [...]

October 12, 2017

Finnish artist Rita Jokiranta bringing “Beyond Horizons” to Hancock

Finlandia University Gallery will present the work of Finnish visual artist Rita Jokiranta. Beyond Horizons will be on display at the Finlandia University Gallery, located in the Finnish American Heritage Center, Hancock, from October 19 to December 1, 2017.

Exhibit Period: October 19 to December 1 Opening Reception:  Thurs, October 19, 7-8:30 p.m., Artist talk beginning at 7:20 p.m.

A production still from the video installation Horizons by Rita Jokiranta (2013-2017)

An opening reception for the public will take place at the [...]

October 10, 2017

Finlandia to participate in mobile mentoring pilot-project with Finnish education technology expert Mesensei

Beginning in November, Finlandia students and alumni will be participating in an innovative pilot-project utilizing a mobile mentoring application developed by the Helsinki-based Mesensei – a leader in education technology.  The project is expected to last three months during which time between 20-40 student-mentor pairs will utilize the application and give feedback on its features and usability as a mobile mentoring platform.

Mesensei co-founder and CEO Tuukka Ylälahti and co-founder and board chair Eeva-Liisa Ylälahti will be coming to [...]

October 5, 2017

Blue Line Club hosting pancake breakfast on October 14

The Finlandia Blue Line Club’s annual pancake breakfast is Saturday, October 14 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the Wiitanen Room at Houghton County Arena. This breakfast benefits the men’s and women’s hockey programs at Finlandia University.

Cost is $5 for adults and students, while children under 6 eat free. Tickets are available from all hockey players and coaches, from Blue Line Club members, and will be available at the door. Please contact coaches Joe Burcar or Matt Marchel [...]

October 4, 2017

Dylan Evans Weiler joins Finlandia’s International School of Art & Design

Finlandia University’s International School of Art & Design has welcomed Dylan Evans Weiler as Assistant Professor of Studio Arts/Intermedia. After several years spent living and working in southern California, Houston, Seattle, Portland, Grand Rapids and Interlochen, Weiler is returning to the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.

“Returning to Michigan has provided the opportunity to reconnect and establish a new sense of place in this natural environment,” said Weiler, who earned his Bachelor of Fine Arts at Northern Michigan University, which [...]

October 4, 2017

Save the date: Musician and storyteller Ben Sollee at Orpheum Theatre on November 8

Cellist, composer and storyteller Ben Sollee will be coming to Hancock for a micro residency that will Finnish with a concert on Wednesday, November 8 at 7 p.m. at Orpheum Theatre. The event will be free for students. Additional information on Sollee’s visit and concert will be released as the event nears. This event is being hosted by Finlandia University.

Learn more about Sollee at bensollee.com. Below are several clips from his YouTube channel.

October 4, 2017

Nordic Film Series opens with Finnish comedy

The 2017-18 Nordic Film Series at Finlandia University’s Finnish American Heritage Center opens October 12 with two showings of the Finnish comedy “3 Simoa” (Simo Times Three). The showings will take place at 2 and 6 p.m. in the Heritage Center’s Martha Wiljanen Community Hall.

This 2012 caper comedy features two friends, Simo and Lasse, who try to make a living as burglars. However, a decision Simo made during a night of imbibing comes back to haunt him and changes [...]

October 2, 2017

Flu Clinic coming to campus on October 11

All students and employees are invited to the annual Finlandia University Flu Clinic on Wednesday, October 11 from 3 to 5 p.m. in Finlandia Hall.

This event brings flu shots to campus in a joint effort between Finlandia nursing students and the Western U.P. Health Department. Employees with Finlandia’s insurance will be able to get the shot for free. Other insurances may be accepted, those interested should bring their insurance card. The shot is $30 without insurance.

Please contact Assistant Professor [...]

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