By Soteekin päiväkirjat (Soteekki diaries) -blog you can have a look into the everyday life of Satakunta University of Applied Sciences' Service Center Soteekki. What physiotherapy, nursing and social work students want to tell about their journey in Soteekki? And what is the role of business students in a social and health service center? The blog highlights the special features of Soteekki from students perspective.
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Surviving Vappu: A Nursing Student’s Guide to Health and Community
Wencen Yan, Jin Peng (Nursing students) Have you heard of Vappu? For many international students, it can be a big culture shock. In Finland, Vappu (May Day) is not just a one-day holiday. It is a massive student celebration that can actually last for weeks! For example, some universities start their events in mid-April and …
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World Suicide Prevention Day: Every Life Matters
Introduction to suicide and its prevention Have you ever thought about how someone can look completely fine on the outside but be struggling deeply inside? This is something we started to think about more seriously when learning about mental health and patient safety. Suicidal ideation refers to thoughts about harming or ending one’s own life. …
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Reflections from Soteekki: Learning, Teamwork, and Friendship
As the Soteekki Blog Team, we are delighted to share the experiences of our students during their time at Soteekki. Over the past weeks, students from diverse study programs and countries came together to learn, collaborate, and grow. Here’s what they had to say about their practice. Building Professional Skills and Confidence Many students reflected on how Soteekki helped them develop professionally: …
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From Belgium to Finland: Exchange Students Experience Learning at Soteekki, SAMK
Header Photo Caption: Anneleen Ongenae and Lotte Bosmans exploring the campus of Satakunta University of Applied Sciences during their exchange visit in Pori. Introduction International exchange programs offer students the chance to explore new cultures, education systems, and professional practices. Recently, Soteekki at Satakunta University of Applied Sciences, Pori welcomed two exchange students from Belgium: …
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National Students’ Mental Health Week: Take Care of Your Mind
Chinthani Withanachchi (Nursing Student) Student life is an exciting period filled with learning, new experiences, and personal growth. However, it can also be challenging. Many students face academic pressure, deadlines, financial concerns, and sometimes loneliness, especially when studying far from family or adjusting to a new environment. Because of these pressures, mental health plays a …
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International Women’s Day: More Than a Celebration
Chinthani Withanachchi (Nursing Student) Every year on 8 March, the world comes together to celebrate International Women’s Day. It is a day filled with appreciation, flowers, and inspiring messages. But beyond the celebration, it is also a moment to pause and reflect. Who is the modern woman today? What does she carry? And how can …
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Balancing Nursing Studies and Mental Health in Finland
I never imagined that studying nursing in Finland would be such a life-changing journey. When I chose this path, I was excited about studying in a country known for its strong healthcare system. I looked forward to learning new skills, meeting people from different cultures, and growing both personally and professionally. I imagined independence, …
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