# Join The ALUMNI Network - Savonia AMK

> If you graduated from Savonia, you are a part of our alumni body. But, only by joining the alumni network will you get inside info on events, trainings, and alumni benefits.

## Join the Network
If you graduated from Savonia, you are a part of our alumni body. But, only by joining the alumni network will you get inside info on events, trainings, special studies and alumni benefits to your e-mail.

We wish to keep in touch with our graduates and offer possibilities for networking with others alike. Joining the network is completely free of charge and without responsibilities.

*   [Join the alumni network / change your contact information here!](https://www.savonia.fi)
*   **Questions or ideas? Contact:** alumni@savonia.fi

## Influence Our Activities
What kind of activities would serve your needs? Let us know by answering the questionnaire below and tailor your participation according to your personal interests.

*   [Participate in the survey!](https://www.savonia.fi)

## Savonia Alumni Forum & Master Conference
Welcome to the Savonia Alumni Forum & Master Conference! Organized by Savonia University of Applied Sciences, this unique event offers an excellent opportunity for all Savonia graduates (alumni) and current YAMK (Master’s) students to reconnect with classmates, learn about the latest developments in their field, and network with experts from both their own and other industries.

*   [Read more and register to the event!](https://www.savonia.fi)

## Connect on Social Media
*   **LinkedIn:** Join the [Savonia International Alumni LinkedIn group](https://www.linkedin.com) to connect and network with others across disciplines, share events or other ideas and tips to the group members. Start following our [official LinkedIn profile](https://www.linkedin.com) for news and updates.
*   **Instagram:** Share the highlights of your professional life with the #savoniauas hashtag or tag @savoniauas and we can share your post.
*   **Alumni Badge:** Download this badge to share on social media. Show your colors and express that you are a Savonia alumni! (Download links available on the original page).

## Class Reunions and Recruitment
Building networks and keeping in touch with your school friends pays off. If you are willing to organize a class meeting, let us know, we’d be happy to help with the arrangements.

Savonia alumni network is maintained by university services (career and recruitment services) together with disciplines. When your community or business is in need of trainees, thesis writers or employees, you can post the vacancies free of charge in Savonia´s social media or [opiskelijatoihin.fi](https://opiskelijatoihin.fi) service.

## Professional Development
As a member of the Savonia Alumni Network, you will get notified of webinars and trainings to support your professional development.

## Share Your Career Story
We are collecting Career Stories to inspire future students and graduates. Do share your story with us! We are happy to share them further, for they also help potential new students when making the important decision of where and what to study. Send your story and picture to: viestintapalvelut@savonia.fi

**Your story could cover e.g:**
*   Your study field
*   What made you choose the specific field?
*   How did you like studies in Savonia?
*   If you worked as well, how was it to balance life between studies, family and work?
*   What kind of use or advantages have you gotten from your studies?
*   Any hints for future students?

In addition to the stories, alumni video clips are also very well liked. Should you find it in you to make a "My Day"-type of a video clip on your work day, duties or such, let us know.

## Career Follow-up Surveys
Career follow-up surveys are sent out yearly to graduates from 5 years prior. The purpose of the survey is to map alumni career paths, life situations and satisfaction on the degree they got. The questionnaires go out around October-November.

Savonia graduates are generally very satisfied with their degree and feel that the skills gained match those needed in their current work. For more detailed results and comparisons on the survey, visit the [Statistics Service of the Ministry of Education in Finland, Vipunen](https://vipunen.fi).