Åbo Akademi University 100
Established in 1918, Åbo Akademi University was among the first institutions of the independent State of Finland. In 2018, Åbo Akademi University celebrated its 100th anniversary in both Turku and Vaasa. The aim was to engage, along with the personnel and students, the public, alumni and co-operative partners to take part in the celebrations. It was a success!
“Knowledge – past, present and future” was the theme of the jubilee year.
Imagine!
”Imagine! Science, knowledge, and wisdom in the University of the Future” took place in October, as a part of Åbo Akademi University’s centenary.
The Doctoral Conferral Ceremony 2018
Åbo Akademi University arranged a doctoral conferral ceremony on May 25, 2018. This year 91 persons were conferred.
Enter ÅAU
The celebration of Åbo Akademi University’s centenary opened the doors on campus in Turku.
The History of Åbo Akademi University
An anthology in two volumes, published in February 2018, covers a century of research, teaching and everyday life at Åbo Akademi University.
Centenary Celebrations
The centenary of Åbo Akademi University was celebrated in various ways throughout the year.