Community and benefits in the same card

OSAKO, or Oulu University of Applied Science’s student union, is a non-political, statutory advocacy and service organization.

As a member, you get valuable benefits, tickets to events, and get your voice heard!

What's new

Our announcements, news, and blog.

OSAKO’s service hours during summer 2026

The application period for OSAKO’s Going Abroad -grant continues – apply on 10.5. at the latest!

Could you be our new board member responsible of education policy? The search is on, apply on 6.5. at the latest

Are you about to go on exchange or internship abroad next Autumn? Apply for OSAKO’s Going Abroad -grant by 30.4.!

OSAKO and Oamk are once again seeking the Teacher and Student of the Year – submit your suggestions by May 7th

OSAKO’S VAPPU WEEK 2026

Students’ Mental Health Week will be celebrated 9.-13.3. – see the week’s events from this post and join us!

OSAKO is now recruiting new international tutors – apply to become one by the end of February 2026!

Become our member by 31.1.2026 and win amazing prizes

Note! The rules for overall patch contest have changed

Hey international student, would you like to have more local friends? Apply for OSAKO’s BFF-program by 15.2.!

The overall patch design contest continues until 21.1. – enter for a chance to win a 50€ gift card to Messi!

OSAKO’s service hours during summer 2026

The application period for OSAKO’s Going Abroad -grant continues – apply on 10.5. at the latest!

Could you be our new board member responsible of education policy? The search is on, apply on 6.5. at the latest

What are the benefits of joining?

Support of the community

The student body will help you during your studies from beginning to end: from tutoring in the first year to student representation in the administration and advocacy.

Problem solving

We help you with all problems related to student life. We can also guide you forward if you need other help.

Discounts and benefits

By showing your student card, you get access to hundreds of local and national benefits, discounts and offers.

Have fun

As a member of OSAKO, you get tickets to our legendary events at a reduced price. There are plenty of events, from small-scale dinner parties to big 8 000-person parties.

What's happening?

Pre-picnic for new students

OSAKO organizes the annual pre-picnic event just before the start of the new academic year, where you can get to know your fellow students and tutors before the actual academic […]

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