University of Lapland Annual Celebration 27.2.2026 at 13:00 

The celebration takes place in Fellman Hall only, no online streaming. Please register via registration form by 17 February.

Programme

Welcome address 
Antti Syväjärvi, Rector 

Greetings from University Board
Johanna Buchert, Chair of the Board 

Sinua, sinua rakastan 

Handing out medals of honour 
Ari Konu, Director of Administration and Pia Satta, Director of Human Resources 

Rewarding the alumni of the year 
Piia Björn, Vice-Rector for Education 

Caruso 

Rewarding the teacher of the year 
Inari Turkia, Chair of the Board, The Student Union of the University of Lapland

Rewarding the student group of the year 
Inari Turkia, Chair of the Board, The Student Union of the University of Lapland 

Award for Communication
Sari Väyrynen, Communications Specialist 

Soltane Ghalbha 

Dissertation award 
Sari Lindblom, Vice-Rector for Research  

Rector’s award 
Antti Syväjärvi, Rector 

Recognition of service at the University 
Ari Konu, Director of Administration 

My way 

Music by:  Mohammad Riazat, vocals, Maria Kluen, piano, Taru Tervamäki, violin
Event hosted by:  Eveliina Pennanen, Director of Communications
Dress code: business casual

Coffee served in Restaurant Petronella