As a sophomore at Finlandia University Julia Coon made a bold decision: She was going to study abroad in Tanzania as part of Finlandia’s Servant Leadership Program.
It was a decision she didn’t regret, and one that led her to an amazing once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
Study Abroad provides great experience
In this video Coon sat down and talked with Director of Marketing and Communications Michael H. Babcock about the experience. Some of the topics include the lifelong friends she made while there, the preparation [...]
The Academic Calendar at Finlandia University has received a minor update. It is now available on the Academic Calendar page, or by downloading the PDF through the link below.
The calendar has been updated to include details on the new Summer Bridge Program at Finlandia, which begins Monday, June 27. Vital details for the program’s academic calendar are listed below.
Summer Bridge Program Academic Calendar Dates
June 27, Monday – Classes begin
June 28, [...]
Using a comparative approach students will learn about a variety of different cultures in the world and will gain basic knowledge about patterns of cultural similarities and differences. Subjects range from tribal politics and economies, to the evolution of sex, love, and marriage, the nature of religion, and the origins, development, and diversity of human cultures. Spring semester, even years.
ANT 330 SÁMI HISTORY AND CULTURE (3)
Cross-listed with FNS 330. Europe’s only recognized [...]
Up-and-coming poet Danez Smith will be the featured artist for the 2016-17 Finlandia University Campus Read.
“Smith is one of the most visionary poets in America, and one of those most on fire for social justice. It is so exciting to have them perform on our campus,” said Dr. Carolyn Dekker, assistant professor of English at Finlandia. “My students have been reading, watching and listening to Danez’s poetry for a year now, and this visit will bring that important work [...]
Finlandia University is proud to announce its spring 2016 dean’s and honors list. The lists include 119 students, including 76 on the dean’s list for earning a grade point average of 3.75 or higher.
Dean’s List
Melissa Amburgey, who earned a spot on the Dean’s List for her efforts during the Spring 2016 semester, poses for a photo at the 2016 Finlandia University commencement ceremony.
Students who earn a semester GPA of 3.75 or above, complete 12 or more credits with [...]
The colleges on this list were chosen for reasons including their extraordinary libraries or other resources for book lovers, their unique dedication to the “great books,” or because they are home to a highly sought-after English and literature department.
According to About Great Books, book lovers will find Finlandia’s English department a [...]
“This website is a vital investment in the future of Finlandia University,” Director of Marketing and Communications Michael H. Babcock said. “I am proud of our entire campus community for coming together to make this possible.”
This project is the culmination of more than two years of a visual rebranding effort for [...]
Every year there’s an enchanted experience on the campus of Finlandia University as students, faculty, staff and the community come together with the focus on literature.
A book is chosen.
Dialogues happen.
Minds open.
Below you’ll find a list of articles and events related to Campus Read.
Finlandia’s Campus Read and Helsinki Slang communities invite you to attend A Common Place: Remembering, Imagining, Healing on Tuesday, April 19. The [...]
Summer Bridge Program to aid student growth and success
Meant to “bridge” the gap between high school and college, pre-college summer programs, or bridge programs, (like Finlandia’s recently announced Summer Bridge Program) have been shown to increase the academic, personal, and social development of underprepared, minority and low-income students and prepare them for their first year of college.
The research consistently shows that some of the major barriers to college success include:
Lack of self-confidence
Inappropriate expectations or knowledge about college environment
Lack of connection [...]
