Student newsletter Omnis 4/2025

Heading Toward a Bright Future

The darkest weeks of November are here, but at Omnia, our eyes are set on a bright future — one built on learning, skills, and well-being.

At Omnia, we believe that everyone has the ability and the desire to learn. As skills grow stronger, so does confidence — both in oneself and in the future.

Learning does not happen alone. It takes place within communities and networks that support, inspire, and help each of us move forward. Together, we are building a future where everyone has the space to grow and thrive.

In December, we celebrate our graduating students. New upper secondary graduates, vocational graduates, and others who have reached their goals are at an important milestone, taking a meaningful step forward in their lives. A qualification is not only an achievement for the student, but also for society as a whole.

Omnia’s learning paths are diverse and flexible. Some continue to higher education, others move into working life, and many return later to further develop their skills. Omnia’s broad range of study opportunities makes lifelong learning possible.

I wish everyone joy in learning, light in the November darkness, and warm moments as the year draws to a close. Congratulations and best wishes for the future to all our graduates.

Maija Aaltola
Leading Principal

Since August 2025, the Tobacco Act has also applied to nicotine pouches, snus, e-cigarettes, and other smokeless nicotine products. The use and display of all products covered by the Tobacco Act are prohibited on school and campus grounds. This ban applies to students, staff, visitors, and guardians alike.

Individuals under 18 years of age are not allowed to possess tobacco products or their substitutes, such as nicotine pouches or nicotine-free vapes.

Violations of the Tobacco Act may result in a warning or written notice, and in serious cases, the matter may be reported to the police.

A detailed notice about this change has previously been sent to students via Wilma.

Do you need help with financial matters or Kela-related issues? Do you have questions about housing or applying for an apartment and need quick advice? Does job hunting feel difficult?

Ohjaamotalo’s Starttipiste offers low-threshold support for young people in various life situations — no appointment needed.

Starttipiste operates at Omnia Service Centre in Espoon keskus, complementing the existing youth services available there. An outreach youth worker is present to offer personal guidance and support.

“At Starttipiste, we can begin sorting things out together. No concern is too small or too big for us,” says outreach youth worker Kirsi Hartikainen.

Opening hours at Omnia’s Service Point, Espoon keskus

• Mondays 11:00–15:00
• Wednesdays 11:00–15:00

Contact information
Kirsi Hartikainen, Outreach Youth Worker
kirsi.hartikainen@espoo.fi
050 544 6042

The services of Ohjaamotalo’s Starttipiste are intended for young people under 30 years of age living in Espoo or Kauniainen.

Read more about Ohjaamotalo’s services (espoo.fi)

At Omnia, we want to support you in the best possible way throughout your learning journey — whether your goal is to find a job, start your own business, or continue to further studies.

Tell us how we can better support you at different stages of your studies: before, during, and after your time at Omnia.

The survey includes three questions and can be completed anonymously. By leaving your contact information, you’ll be entered into a draw to win 2 movie tickets — we’re giving away a total of 5 ticket packages.

The survey is open until Wednesday, November 19, at 23.59.

Thank you for helping us improve our services!

In the spring of 2025, the School Health Promotion Study was conducted for the first time among all students in vocational qualification and TUVA education programs, regardless of age.

Based on the results for students under the age of 21, Omnia students smoke and use alcohol, snus, and nicotine pouches less than students elsewhere in Finland. However, experimenting with and using cannabis was slightly more common.

The results were also positive in many other areas: an increasing number of students feel they receive support at school and have the opportunity to talk with an adult about things that concern them. In addition, more students feel that teachers are genuinely interested in their lives and well-being.

The results for students over 21 will be published later.

Would you like to have a say in school matters and help improve student well-being? Or would you like to join working groups that organize events for students?
If you answered yes, you’d make a great member of the Student Union Council!

The meetings of the Student Roof Council are open to all Omnia students — so come and take part! By joining the council’s activities, you can earn competence points, gain a wide range of useful skills, and meet new people. Being active and developing these skills also looks great on your CV!

The next Student Roof Council meeting will be held on 17 November 2025 at 14:00 at the Kirkkokatu campus, in the student council room Ki16B1009/Käpy. You’re warmly welcome to join!

If you have any questions or would like to know more, please contact us by email at opiskelijahallitus@omnia.fi.