50 years of the Student Union of the University of Oulu

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Autumn 2009 – Spring 2010

50 years by your side –OYYeah!
The Student Union of the University of Oulu (OYY) was founded in October 15th 1959. Since then, it has had a significant role in society both regionally and nationally as the largest youth organization in the Northern Finland. The top priority of OYY is enabling a good life for a student.

Together we’re more!
As an unprejudiced and innovative collaborator, OYY is a dynamic player in the development of the Oulu region.  Active dialogue between OYY, the university, the city and the businesses in Oulu has set ground for successful cooperation.

Students building up the city
The student union celebrates its 50 years of history during the term of 2009-2010. The members of the union, the university staff, collaborators and the other people in Oulu will get to enjoy various celebratory events to find out about our past accomplishments and particularly our future pursuits.

Culture and history
The three main events of the year are Vulcanalia, the festival to celebrate the start of the new term, Independence Day procession in December and the official Anniversary week with a grand dinner and a ball in February. On top of these OYY organizes a celebratory meeting of the Council of Representatives and Culture Wednesdays that display student culture. As a grand final in May 2010, the history of the Student Union is published. The history is a story of the student union growing alongside with the university and the city. Welcome along to join the 50-year-old history!

The Student Union of the University of Oulu – 50 years of student life in Oulu!