Student Union POKA and Executive Director Nina Yletyinen have mutually agreed to end Yletyinen’s employment. She will begin her leave on October 29, 2024.

“I want to thank all members of the university community and our partners for the good cooperation over the years. I’ve had the privilege of being involved in developing the student union’s activities, promoting student well-being, and participating in the development of the university. I wish everyone the best, and I hope we will meet again.”
– Nina Yletyinen.

“We extend our gratitude to Nina for her dedicated work on behalf of the student union and Karelia. Her contributions will remain part of our everyday student union life and continue to impact its growth and the efforts already achieved. Nina has been a vital link between Karelia (formerly PKAMK) and the student union since 2006. For this time, we can only salute her and warmly thank her. We wish Nina all the best in the future!”
– Anni Tirkkonen, Chair of the Board.

We will hold a farewell event for Nina and will inform stakeholders of the exact time shortly. As of October 29, 2024, when the Executive Director begins her leave, her responsibilities will be shared between the Board and the Chairpersons of the Representative Council until the Board opens a search for an acting Executive Director and appoints a new person to the role.

For urgent matters regarding the student union, please contact Chair of the Board Anni Tirkkonen at +358 44 060 6473 or by email at [email protected].

For further information:
Anni Tirkkonen
Chair of the Board, Student Union POKA
[email protected]

Susanna Turunen
Chair of the Representative Council, Student Union POKA
[email protected]