Statements
The proposal for an overall reform of student financial aid is disappointing
Aalto University Student Union (AYY) made a statement on the legislative proposal of the Ministry of Education and Culture concerning the comprehensive reform of student financial aid. The proposal is disappointing because it does not solve the core problems of student financial aid or improve the livelihoods of students.
HSL, a big-ticket item?
This May, we have been celebrating the ‘Otaniemi on a sustainable road’ theme month. To achieve sustainable mobility, it needs to be affordable for students. AYY calls for cheaper student prices and improved funding models for public transport.
HSL is draining students’ wallets – ticket prices must not rise!
Aalto University Student Union (AYY) urges the HSL Board and the owning municipalities to adopt a responsible and sustainable approach to public transport pricing: ticket prices in the metropolitan area must not be increased, and the student discount must not be weakened.