Bulletin 1 - 2022

SPRING 2022

BULLETIN Lauri Härkönen:

Finding a dream job

NEW MIKKELI BOARDS

MUSIC RELEASE Talvipäivänseisaus

AALTO UNIVERSITY BScBA STUDENT MAGAZINE

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G R E E T I N G S

F R O M

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B O A R D

Message from the president and editor-in-chief

I N T R O D U C T I O N

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B O A R D S

L O O K

B A C K

Analysis of the most controversial Bulletin issue

F I N N I S H

H O L I D A Y S

What is Vappu and how can you eat it?

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Column by Helsingin Ekonomit (Writer: Lauri Härkönen) C O U R A G E

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" W H Y ? "

Inspirational story by Paurav Shukla

M O V I E

R E C C O M E N D A T I O N

"Julie&Julia" review by Monika Bednarska

I N T E R N S H I P

A D V I C E

Reccomendational article by Sana Stolberg

T A L V I P Ä I V Ä N S E I S A U S

R E L E A S E

"Album presentation by Aleksi Kohtalahi

R I B B O N S K A T E

H I G H L I G H T S

CONTENTS

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Editor-in-Chief: Vlada Konstantinova Editor: Krista Kerola Cover Photo: Monika Bednarska Publisher: Probba ry Printed at: Grano Oy Mikkeli

EDITOR'S NOTE

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Editor's Note How surviving Finnish character in a student

Finnish spring has proven to be one of the

deadliest challenges in existence. From rough temperature and icy sidewalks to lack of daylight and grey landscape - for the past few months nature did its best to keep us away from uni (thankfully, we didn't have to go there much). To sole survivors - Congratulations! As a self-proclaimed #1 spring enjoyer, I can assure you that it's only going to get better from now on.

In this issue, you'll be able to see the promises from the new boards, and it seems like no week will pass without an event to be remembered by. With courses slowly but surely moving to campus, I can't wait to see everyone gather in our small village of Mikkeli once more.

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As the graduation date comes closer, we have to get accustomed to the fact that soon we'll be the "old guys". Such ginormous shoes to be filled by such small people. And the high standard set by the previous year doesn't help in this case. Yet, there's no better company to ask for in reaching for those goals. The past few months have been unforgettable. Mikkeli, a city with few attractions, holds so much value and so many opportunities to make the best memories. I am incredibly grateful to be surrounded by such uplifting, fun, and unique people.

I hope this first out-of lockdown year, like the coming of spring, will bring the awakening of all old Mikkeli traditions, as well as the birth of new ones.

With love, Vlada

PRESIDENT'S TWO CENTS

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President's Two Cents It feels like yesterday when I arrived at Mikkeli the day of the O-Week sits, completely clueless, trying to turn to the right song page and avoiding drinking with my right hand just in case someone caught me. Half a year later, here we are. With a new Probba board and a loving community, the past months have been memorable. With the recently elected Nesu and Skibba boards the quick change of power to us, first years, still feels hard to grasp. We have been given a lot of responsibility, yet a lot of power to revive the Mikkeli spirit as the world un-pauses from its shutdown.

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right evenings are slowly coming back to Mikkeli, and with it, the snow is finally leaving us. With a turbulent year behind us due to the pandemic, I believe we have all learned to appreciate each other more than ever. Being able to eat a pizza together at Dom’s, convincing someone from the Probba board to open Karage for an afterparty, or simply being able to see each other at school has become priceless. How has time passed by so fast?

Sometimes it feels illegal to send messages to the “What’s cooking Probba” group chat, or to answer Probba’s emails thinking “I probably shouldn’t mess with the second years’ stuff”. However, I soon remember that we’re now responsible for our amazing community, and for giving a break to our dear Baba21s. Time has flown by quickly, and soon we’ll be receiving the next group of Babas. With Willy on the aux, Leo and Lassi on the beer pong, and Juhana’s grove on the dance floor, I am sure that they will fall in love with Mikkeli as quickly as we did.

Before ending my first bulletin message to you guys, I want to thank you for being so supportive and loving. While there is no way on earth, I will be moving into Forttis, I am faithful that some brave soul will come forth and host the best parties for years to come. I hope you don’t kill me for it, however, if you do try, I did take a boxing class so I’m ready for anything.

Thank you, Babas, Sebu Koskinen

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photo: Monika Bednarska

PROBBA BOARD

Sebastian Koskinen , El Presidente: I promise to not be late every time.

Sonja Kukkonen, Master of Ceremonies: I promise to do my best to prevent fires at GAB.

Monika Bednarska, Communications Coordinator I promise not to post embarrassing pictures of y’all.

I’ll keep them for myself ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°)

Joni Mäkinen, Academic Affairs Coordinator: I promise to start learning Finnish so that I don't get embarrassed when a Finn sees my name and tries to start a conversation with me

Casper Röselnof, Corporate Relations Representative: I promise to be in Mikkeli sometimes

William Johnston, Event Coordinator: Koneet go⚙️

Renja Reyes, International Affairs Coordinator: I promise to keep all exchange students sober

Vlad Gheorghiu, Treasurer: I promise to move far away from Ravis :( Krista Kerola, Project Coordinator: I promise to honor my position as the local merch dealer

Vlada Konstantinova, Editor in Chief: I promise to stop being a kitchen fire hazard during the Probba events

NESU BOARD

photo: Leo Jing

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Tomi Pirinen, President: I promise to treat my fellow classmates with unforgettable sits experiences they won't stop talking about at future reunions

Oskar Pääkkönen, Vice President: I promise to try to create the best sits atmosphere possible

Venla Virolainen, Communications Coordinator: I promise to go to as many different sits as possible during the year

Santeri Haavijoki, Treasurer: I promise to boycott the song ”Mä vihaan turkulaisia” and to campaign for a new version of the song in the new songbook

Leo Korsulainen, Corporate Relations Representative: I promise to unleash my inner villieläin during every ”kylteri ja teekkari”

Leo Jing, Toastmaster: I promise to finally learn the words to ”helan går” so I don’t have to stand awkwardly and quietly in front of everyone at the start of every sits.

Essi Hintikka, Event Coordinator: I promise to not receive a cleaning bill from our sits venues ever again

Henri Ollikainen, Project Coordinator: I promise to make sure everybody gets drunk during the sits and maybe even gets something to eat

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photo: Tomi Pirinen

SKIBBA BOARD

Matias Rikka, President: I promise to keep everyone's koneet in ”go” setting for every SkiBBA event

Botond Richter, Event Coordinator: I promise that nobody will steal SKIBBA’s drinks during Ganos

Leo Jing, Treasurer: I will honor and execute my role of treasurer to the best of my abilities without having any temptations of betting all our money on red

Noa Maxwell, Communications Coordinator: I promise that I will not pass out before Fuksimimmireivi

Arno Tuhkanen, Corporate Relations Representative: I promise to make the Fuksimimmimökki great again

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LOOK BACK

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LOOK BACK

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The Bulletin was published as an autumn issue. Editor in Chief — Kasper Lindén

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At the time, fuksis were admitted to the Helsinki School of Economics According to the editor, all models shown used the "No sleep for a week" makeup

IV.The (streetfootball) games grew more

fierce towards the end but the amazing trophy went to Pussikaljahukat" — Aija

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Picture: Jussi Hellsten/Helsinki Marketing

FINNISH HOLIDAYS

Vappu originated as St. Walpurgis day and was celebrated mainly by upper-class families. In 1970, the date became associated with the labour parties, which would host street demonstrations and protests. Nowadays, Vappu is known more as a party day, not a labour one.

The biggest celebration is usually hosted in Helsinki. Crowds of students wearing coloured overalls lead a procession through the city, which ends as a big picnic across multiple of the town's parks.

Traditional foods include sima (low alcoholic sparkling mead), tippaleipä (funnel cake), and munkki (sugary doughnut).

FINDING A DREAM JOB

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Lauri Härkönen Business Controller, Bittium Second Vice-Chairman, Helsingin Ekonomit Board Advisor, Oulun Ekonomit Previous jobs: Several Accountant positions, Property Manager and NonCommissioned Officer.

Studies: — M.Sc. in Economics and Business Administration, University of Oulu (expected 2022) — M.Sc. in Industrial Engineering and Management, LUT University (expected 2023)

GOLF

HOBBIES

Interests: Comprehensive business development Team leading Board work

COOKING ASSOCIATION ACTIVITIES

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FINDING A DREAM JOB

Are you struggling to find your dream

job? You are definitely not alone with the problem. A common situation is that one doesn’t know what their professional interests are, and some might have applied to business studies due to this reason. I’ve encountered the problem from the opposite perspective as I feel like I have too many interests. However, I’ve never had a deep professional passion for a single subject, career or topic. Deepening the knowledge in a topic without deeper interest or passion is difficult.

The deeper competence required in each job will develop and deepen while working.

As a Business Controller, I collaborate with many departments: Finance, Sales, Marketing, Product Operations and R&D. My work consists of standard monthly reporting and controlling procedures but also variable tasks of developing operations and processes.

The graduates with basic business competence are suitable for a wide range of different tasks that require skills such as researching, analyzing, collaboration and adaptability. The deeper competence required in each job will develop and deepen while working.

In high school, I participated in Creative Entrepreneurial Studies - a program where entrepreneurship is approached through practices, creativity and group working. At that time I realized that some career related to business could be for me. My strengths, such as math and logical thinking, made me choose accounting as my major. Accounting also provides a broad view of the efficiency and results of various areas of a business.

Not everyone must become a specialist.

I’ve been interested in a broad view and many different areas of business. I don’t feel the need to acquire really deep knowledge on one topic. The degree in Business Administration is a so-called generalist degree. The graduates with basic business competence are suitable for a wide range of different tasks that require skills such as researching, analyzing, collaboration and adaptability.

At the moment, I feel like I’ve found a very suitable job for a generalist like myself. The fast growth of the MedTech industry and business is a positive addition to the mix.

Many great people have said, “The harder you work, the more luck you have”.

My takeaway for business students is to make the effort of applying to new summer jobs and internships during their studies. Don’t settle for just one good experience. Summer jobs and internships are great opportunities to try out different jobs and industries to figure out what to do after graduation. Work hard because luck will only find you if you pursue the opportunities that present themselves.

Good luck finding your dream job!

ACTIVISM

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HOW TO HELP UKRAINE 1.

Participate in demonstrations against Putin's attack

2.

Consider volunteering in donation or refugee help centers

3. Share reliable information from reputable sources

4.

Donate to Charities

Find the donation websites:

COURAGE TO ASK "WHY?"

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find the courage to ask

"WHY?"

...befriend this old and not so charming looking hard and smart working ‘you’ rather than this new handsome beast of arrogance.

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COURAGE TO ASK "WHY?"

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he past 2 to 3 years have taught us a lot in many ways. In some cases, it has been a metamorphosis. Our lives have turned upside down in many ways, but these downsides have also brought many upsides in many of us reevaluating our life goals altogether. Many of us have identified newer opportunities through the networks and burning a lot of midnight oil. However, being a student or having been a student at an elite institution such as Aalto and with all these wonderful interactions with some of the globally renowned professors at times brings a funny friend, who is an enemy in disguise. It’s that feeling of superiority, arrogance, ‘I know it’. While with the hard work you have put in, I believe you deserve it, but hey ‘beware’.

There is always someone, somewhere, in this world, working – harder, faster, and smarter.

And remember, it was this same work ethic that brought you to this stage. So, rather befriend this old and not so charming looking hard and smart working ‘you’ rather than this new handsome beast of arrogance.

So, how do you stay friends with that old friend who has served you so well?

Well, in the simplest of words ‘Be Curious’. It has been your best friend in disguise. Einstein claimed, "I have no special talents, I am just passionately curious."

"I have no special talents, I am just passionately curious."

You know when you were 2-3 years old and you asked that question about something to your parents, they were like ‘hmmm… my son or my daughter is smart’. The same thing happened when you went to school and asked that interesting question to your teacher.

They thought ‘hmm… you have something in you’. It was curiosity and questioning ability that brought you to this elite institution and has brought you success in your endeavours. It has already proven to be your best friend and so my suggestion, stay curious. Ask that question, why?

The power of asking that question ‘why’ has reaped tremendous benefits to many who have asked that question.

Let me tell you a story of one. His name is Marty Cooper. Chances are that you may not have heard of him, but you owe him a lot because of a question asked.

Born in 1928 in Chicago, Marty graduated from Illinois Institute of Technology in 1950 and served in US Navy Reserves as a Submarine officer.

COURAGE TO ASK "WHY?"

However, that made Marty more curious about the question “when we want to call a person, why do we have to call a particular place? For example, their home or office”. That question changed the way we think about personal communication because on 3rd April 1973, with Marty’s help, Motorola launched the first-ever handheld mobile phone. Marty is cited as being the first person to make a phone call on a mobile phone from a public place.

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So, being curious and asking that question ‘why’ has paid off for Marty and for you also in the past and will keep on giving dividends if you do so in future.

I would like to end this article with a quote from an old master – Buddha.

He said “Do not believe in anything simply because you have heard it. Do not believe in anything simply because it is spoken and rumoured by many. Do not believe in anything simply because it is found written in your religious books. Do not believe in anything merely on the authority of your teachers and elders. Do not believe in traditions because they have been handed down for many generations. But after observation and analysis, when you find that anything agrees with reason and is conducive to the good and benefit of one and all, then accept it and live up to it.”

Dr. Martin Cooper, the inventor of the cell phone 5 Jube 2017, self-photographed

That one question Marty asked has led to a new way of living for all of us and, more importantly, has led to a multibillion dollar industry and has helped revive many fledgling national economies.

But Marty has not stopped. Presently, he is asking an even more curious question – why do we need something hand held to communicate with anyone around the world? Imagine the possibilities!

Stay curious my friends and keep asking ‘why’!

May Buddha shower his blessing on you forever!

—Paurav Shukla

THE STYLE SECTION

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There are multiple impactful or just funny movies that have left me thinking, but I don't have a favourite. However, now I’d like to mention a comforting film from 2006, “Julie&Julia”, which I watched one night at 4 am when I couldn’t fall asleep. I remember I didn’t have internet and for some weird reason, that movie was the only one that was downloaded on my PC. I was pretty sceptical, but desperate for entertainment at the same time, so I gave it a chance and I’m glad that I did.

It’s a great biographical comedy-drama film that depicts pursuing one’s hobby with all its ups and downs. As an IMDb writer put it: “Julia Child's story of her start in the cooking profession is intertwined with blogger Julie Powell's 2002 challenge to cook all the recipes in Child's first book.” You will see great acting by Meryl Streep and Amy Adams performing as complete opposites who share a common passion for cooking.

— Monika Bednarska

Theatrical poster for Julie & Julia, Copyright © 2009 by Columbia Pictures. All Rights Reserved.

Rationale: Serves as "cover art" to identify the article's topic

INTERNSHIP ADVICE

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HOW TO FIND FASHION INTERNSHIPS AS A STUDENT

Interviewee: Sana Stolberg

I've always been very into style and I feel like it’s possible to express myself through fashion. I really love combining clothes and every time there is an instance when I see an item of clothing I always imagine I would fit in it. I think that fashion is so much more than just buying clothes and shopping - it's a form of art, it's a form of expressing your personality, it's something so beautiful and so deep.

Therefore, I think my interest in fashion began with just exploring who I am through fashion.

I was just strongly motivated to find an internship that I could do - I had just lived in LA for about six months and I had come back before I started high school; I was really inspired.

I just started Googling different internships and positions in media marketing, and this fashion magazine came up. I decided to apply for it - and there were a lot of applications. In my CV I mentioned all my previous work experience.

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INTERNSHIP ADVICE

"You shouldn’t include too many details, just focus on the key information. "

Actually, I've been doing social media influencing for a while now: I started my Instagram account in 2014, and ever since then I've been trying to grow my platforms. I've just always been really into creating content on Instagram, promoting it, and just talking about things that I am passionate about. The fact that I had some presence and experience in social media definitely helped me a lot. The second thing that definitely helped was my major. An internship required a person to have graduated or to be studying a business or media or communication. I also tried to make my CV really accessible and easy to read. You shouldn’t include too many details, just focus on the key information. Because it was a fashion related internship, I also tried to express myself creatively, since the company looked for people with bright imaginations.

Having online presence is extremely important.

My Instagram page was created before the internship. Instagram has grown to become the biggest marketing and influencing platform out there, you can promote your product without doing anything else than social media marketing. Influencers are gaining popularity, it is becoming its own job title. My purpose wasn't to become an employee, I wanted to work for myself. I did some acting in 2013, and that's how I started gaining more followers. As time went on, I figured out that Instagram is a good space to create a portfolio, express yourself artistically and also create a brand for yourself. I started just posting everything from fashion to travel to lifestyle tips. I love engaging with my followers on social media and posting on social media and just expressing my fashion sense.

Right now, I work three days a week, so I can balance this internship with my daily responsibilities. The work hours are three hours per day and I always have a set of tasks to do.

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INTERNSHIP ADVICE

Usually, I need to create a story, go through the newest or latest articles written on their page fashion360mag.com. After that, based on the article, I must make a related reel and one post. For example, if one of the articles speaks about the latest makeup trend, I need to create a post that refers to this article and brings out the key points from it. I usually do my own reels, which are inspired by TikTok, and promote the posts. We have the social media calendar, where every single Sunday I need to write down everything that I'm going to post for the next week, just for the head of the company to keep track of what's happening.

I do not get a salary for this, yet I will get a certificate from my boss. This way, I can prove my work experience. One of the reasons why I don't get paid is because the internship is with an American company, and I don't have American citizenship or Green Card.

How would I advise other people to look for internships? I think you need to decide for yourself at first what internship interests you. There are so many possibilities out there, especially if you're looking globally.

If you're not just looking for an internship in Finland, but also considering China, Japan, or Russia - your chances are higher. For me it was clear - I wanted something related to marketing, media, fashion, or arts in the US. The next thing is honestly the amazing world of Google.

Just try googling internships with the keywords related to your interests. After that - create a good CV or a resume that is simple to read. It should be one page long and present the best of your qualities. Also, I would just recommend kind of not being afraid to try new things!

Next, think of a compelling feature for your cover story. This will be what draws your audience in.

I learned how to stay consistent by posting on social media. A lot of people might think that it's very very easy, but it's quite hard when you have to create new content and engage with the community. I've also got an insight into things that are very interesting for me. I was able to get insights from fashion shows and the Met Gala, which are not available to the general public.

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MUSIC RELEASE

TALVIPÄIVÄNSEISAUS - PERIKATO

Genre: mETAL Length: 43 MINUTES (6 SONGS) Available at: ALL MAJOR STREAMING PLATFORMS

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MUSIC RELEASE

What was the inspiration behind the album?

I've made music in some form since I was little so it's been a long dream of mine to make a fulllength album. Basically I already had the songs ready in Autumn 2020 and I realised that I have all the things I need to make an album, I just need to do it. The first Fall semester was quite bleak with COVID-19 and all which certainly helped me get in the proper headspace. Other than that I drew inspiration from philosophy and horror stories.

How would you describe the type of music that you create?

My music is, broadly speaking, extreme metal. As cliche as it may sound I don't like sticking to a single style of music, so I take the elements I like and put them together. I'm mostly influenced by 90s black and death metal like At the Gates and Katatonia.

But my music has elements from doom metal and some non-metal genres like shoegaze and art music.

To be honest, how did music making impact your studies?

I actually think this hobby has been a good balancer to my studies. It's something that I enjoy doing and it kind of empties my head and relieves stress.

At times when I was the busiest with it, I may have given up on sleeping or studying but it was worth it. It's good to have projects outside of school since they teach you something too.

How does it feel to have your music publicly available?

It feels great to have a concrete piece of work that you can look at and think "I made this". I don't think about popularity or success really but if my music can inspire . a single person I'm already . pretty happy. I'm already I working on my next r . release. The thesis is taking . its toll but hopefully, I can release another mini-album . i in a year. I want to develop . my skills as a songwriter and learn to . produce myself. So many ideas, so little time.

"At times when I was the busiest with it, I may have given up on sleeping or studying but it was worth it."

What is your creative process like?

I don't have a very strict work process. I come up with musical ideas almost daily. Some of them stick with me and I develop them further until they become songs. I always start with the melodies and the song structure. Vocals and lyrics are kind of secondary although I usually have a broad idea of the theme of any song I'm writing. I write music a lot faster than I record it so my phone recorder is full of song sketches that I haven't been able to properly finish.

Do you have any track recommendations to try to get a feel of the genre before listening to your big release?

Katatonia - Rainroom

- Aleksi Kohtalahi

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RIBBONSKATE (P1) HIGHLIGHTS PHOTOS: MONIKA BEDNARSKA

RIBBONSKATE HIGHLIGHTS

RIBBONSKATE HIGHLIGHTS

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RIBBONSKATE (P1) HIGHLIGHTS PHOTOS: MONIKA BEDNARSKA