KOE is the student union of LAB University of Applied Sciences. We want to make your student life the best time of your life. Our job is to make sure that your studies go as smoothly as possible. Read more about KOE.

Chairperson's Greetings 2026  

Warm congratulations on your new studies and welcome to LAB!

It is wonderful to have you as part of LAB University of Applied Sciences and our student community! At LAB, you will have opportunity to study on a modern campus and gain excellent preparation for working life. You are not only a LAB student, but also part of our broad student community, including the Student Union KOE and your field’s student association. There are many active students involved, and all activities are created by students for students. Be yourself and join in with confidence, you will surely find your place among us. It is great to see new faces joining our community!

The start of your studies might feel a bit nerve-wracking, but remember that we have all been in the same situation at some point – and we have all made it through! Tutors are there to support and reassurance new students, and you can always ask for help from older students or staff members as well. We understand that the orientation can feel like a big and somewhat overwhelming information package. Remember that you do not need to know everything right away, especially when so much new information is given at once. Don’t hesitate to ask for advice if something is unclear, there will always be someone ready to help you. Take your time and move forward one step at a time.

You will get as much out of your studies as you are willing to put in. Your own activity is the foundation for everything. Try new things and challenge yourself. You determine how skilled and professional you will become in your field. Surround yourself with motivated fellow students, and remember that doing your best is enough. Together, we can achieve more and will get through everything!

You can find balance to studying through different student events and through our student community. Remember that free time is an essential part of maintaining your well-being during your studies. The journey that now may feel long will go faster than you’ll know.

Good luck to your new studies!

Best regards,
Aino Hyvönen
Student Union KOE
Chair of the Board 2026