Anniversary Seminar: 50 Years of English Studies in Joensuu

Autumn 2023 marks the 50th anniversary of the beginning of the teaching of English at the University of Joensuu. From a humble start, the subject has developed into one of the most significant and international teaching and research units in Finland. The English section at the UEF School of Humanities has ca. 20 teachers and researchers, and the annual intake of students is close to 100. 

To celebrate the anniversary, the English section organizes a special anniversary seminar, where former and current staff and students reflect on the past and look into the future. Joensuu Campus Library will also organize a book exhibition displaying the scientific output of English scholars. 

Programme

12:30    Book Exhibition Opening, UEF Joensuu Campus Library

Seminar (AT100)

13:00    50 Years of English in Joensuu: A Presentation. 
Professor Jopi Nyman

13:30     Panel Discussion I: Reflecting on the Past and the Development of the English Section with former staff members

14:15    Coffee

14:45    Panel Discussion II: Perspectives from Our Alumni

15:30    ECHO: A Student Greeting

15:45    Closing Words

All friends, collaborators and students of the English unit are welcome to the seminar and the evening party in Restaurant Kerubi (address Siltakatu 1, Joensuu). 
Please use webform for seminar registration and dinner cards (á 47 EUR). Registration dead line is 12 October.

Looking forward to seeing you in October!

For further information, please contact:

Professor Jopi Nyman, email jopi.nyman@uef.fi, telephone +358504423199, or Dr Heli Paulasto, email heli.paulasto@uef.fi, telephone +358504423319.