INTRODUCTION

Congratulations for becoming a member of the Student Union of the University of Helsin- ki (HYY)! HYY’s members consist of all basic degree students of the University of Helsinki as well as post- graduate and exchange students who have joined HYY. This Fresher Guide contains a brief version of all the relevant information you need to start your studies and student life. The guide includes information on issues such as HYY’s ben- efits for members, the Representative Council elec- tions, student advocacy work, what you should consid- er when looking for an apartment and much more.

Student life is not limited to just studying. Participat- ing in HYY’s student events and getting involved in or- ganisational activities are some of the ways in which you can make your time as a student unforgettable. Or perhaps you would like to help make the Universi- ty, the Student Union or society a better place for stu- dents as a student representative in administration or a member of HYY’s Representative Council.

COMMUNITY

We are, above all, a community of students. You can take part in HYY’s activities in just the way that you find the most interesting. We organise fun events throughout the year, from fresher events to May Day. Everyone can be a part of the student community in the way that suits them the best.

ADVOCATE

We look after your interests. Thanks to our long-term and often invisible advocacy work, students are able to enjoy perks such as student meals subsidised by Kela, affordable student apartments and the Finnish Stu- dent Health Service (FSHS), which looks after students’ health.

SERVICE PROVIDER

HYY’s members are entitled to several benefits that in- clude subsidised student meals, legal aid, the Ylioppi- laslehti and Studentbladet magazines, the student cal- endar, the Fresher Guide, the student card and student discounts all over Finland.

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