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Vuorilampi-excursion
Thursday, September 10 at 04:45 PM
The evenings are getting darker, the air is getting colder and autumn is on its way which means it’s the perfect time to head into the woods to warm up by the campfire and grill some food! 🍂🔥 Serveri’s traditional Vuorilampi-excursion is back again! 🐭 Except a relaxed evening of hanging out, grilling sausages and enjoying good company surrounded by nature. We’ll head out together from Neulamäki Sale at 4.45 PM, guided by Serveri’s very own outdoorsy guides, so there’s no need to memorize the route beforehand. Remember to bring your own food to grill! 🌭 WHAT? Serveri’s Vuorilampi-excursion WHERE? Vuorilampi campfire site, meet-up at Neulamäki Sale WHEN? 10.9. at 4.45 PM meet-up WHAT TO BRING? Your own food to grill and weather-appropriate clothing
Freshmen picnic
Sunday, September 6 at 02:00 PM
Alright, Freshmen Week will be crowned with the Freshmen Picnic on Sunday, September 6th! 🧺 Serverit, Hyeenat & Kultit & Kvantit are joining forces and heading to Valkeinen for a relaxed interdisciplinary get-together! 🐭🐺⚛️🧬 Grab your friends, a blanket and some picnic snacks, and head to Valkeinen on Sunday. The event starts at 2:00 PM, and we’ll be spending the afternoon relaxing and hanging out with both new and old friends! 🤍❤️💙 WHAT? Freshmen Picnic, Serveri & Hyeena & Kulti & Kvantti WHERE? Valkeinen (the exact location will be shared on the day) WHEN? Sunday, September 6th, from 2:00 PM onwards WHAT TO BRING? A blanket, picnic snacks and weather-appropriate clothing
City Orienteering
Thursday, September 3 at 03:00 PM
One of the highlights of freshmen week is just around the corner, the City Orienteering on Thursday, September 3rd! 🤩 The event kicks off with the LoveZone Academic Year Opening at Kuopio Market Square at 3:30 PM, featuring a performance by Sara Bee! 🐯⭐️ After the opening event, you’ll team up with your tutor groups and head out to explore the city, visiting different checkpoints hosted by student organisations and ISYY. At each checkpoint, you’ll take on fun challenges, collect points and, most importantly, enjoy the evening together as a team! The event is free for all first-year students, and we hope to see as many of you there as possible! More information will be shared by your tutors closer to the event. Event photo: @isyyuef on Instagram. You can also find more information about the event on the ISYY website. The event follows the principles of a safer space. WHAT? Academic Year Opening & City Orienteering WHERE? Kuopio Market Square and the surrounding area WHEN? Thursday, September 3rd at 3:30 PM WHAT TO BRING? Weather-appropriate clothing & a team-themed outfit (more information from your tutors later)
TEK-sauna
Tuesday, September 1 at 06:00 PM
TEK sauna ♨️ The trade union for professionals in the field of technology (TEK) is once again joining the freshman week festivities to tell our new Serveri students all about what they do! 🤩 The TEK Sauna will be held in a chill atmosphere at Kummunsauna. The evening will start with a presentation by TEK for the freshmen at 17.00, be there at 16.45, followed by some relaxed hanging out, games, sauna, and some snacks! If you feel like going to the sauna, remember to bring your own towel and swimsuit. There will be separate sauna shifts for women and men, as well as a mixed shift. 🔥 The evening continues at the sauna until 11 PM, after which you can continue the night in the city centre if you feel like it! 🐭 Kummunsauna, Kumpusaarentie 42, 70620, Kuopio The easiest way to get there is by buses 5 & 6; the nearest bus stop is Kumpusaari E. WHAT? TEK – Sauna & introduction WHERE? Kummunsauna WHEN? September 1st, 16.45→ for freshmen, 18.00→ others WHAT TO BRING? OPM (bring your own bottle), a towel, and a swimsuit if you want to use the sauna Serveri events follow safer-space principles. You can read more about them here —https://serveriry.fi/en/yhdistys/turvallinen-tila
Welcome Evening & BBQ
Monday, August 31 at 04:00 PM
Welcome Evening & BBQ 🔥 Welcome, new freshmen! Let's kick off the new academic year by continuing one of Serveri's traditions! On Monday, August 31st at 16.00 Serveri's tutors will host a relaxed evening of team-building activities for freshmen at Valkeisenlampi. 🐭 After the activities, the tutors will guide everyone to Pyöräkatu, where we also hope to see lots of older students joining us! 🤍 Serveri will provide some BBQ snacks (including vegetarian options), but you're also welcome to bring your own food if you'd like. You can recognize Serveri members by their white overalls, and the tutors will share the exact location in the freshmen chat on the day of the event. ✨ Please note! This event does not require drinking alcohol. Everyone is warmly welcome to this and all other events, regardless of whether or not they drink alcohol. 🤍 WHAT? Welcome Evening (& BBQ) WHERE? Valkeisenlampi (team-building activities), later at the Pyöräkatu BBQ shelter WHEN? August 31st, 16.00 for freshmen, 17.30 onwards for older students (at Pyöräkatu) WHAT TO BRING? BYOB (Bring Your Own Bottle), a camping chair or sitting pad if you'd like, and your student overalls (if you have them). Serveri events follow safer-space principles. You can read more about them here —link
The secret grill
Friday, August 21 at 12:00 AM
Hey, summer serveris! We'd like to play a game with you. Beat it, to find your way to our 'Secret grill' event location! A Capture the Flag (CTF) game is a competitive computer security exercise where players find hidden text strings called "flags" by solving technical puzzles, breaking into vulnerable systems, or cracking secrets Click the link below to visit our website, which features 8 challenge games. We’ve designed the challenges to be suitable even for beginners. You don’t have to complete every challenge to find your way to the event. Join us if you miss your serveri mates or if you’re a fresh freshman looking to get a head start before the head start! WHAT: ??? When: August 21, in the evening What to bring: BYOB, overalls (if you have them), and hacker vibes! You can access the event page at: Salagrillit.serveriry.fi
Mead & Friends sitz
Thursday, May 21 at 06:00 PM
🍩 Wow, what a name! 🍩 Kvantti and Serveri’s May Day mead buddies’ sitz are back! And this time with an even longer name, a bigger program, and of course more mead and doughnuts than ever before! If you didn’t quite get your fill of May Day treats yet, or you simply want to enjoy sitz before the End-of-Year Party (understandable), now is the perfect chance! And you can bring along your mead-loving friends too! So come to Lukema on May 21st, 2026 at 18:00 for sitz where the mead won’t run out! These are “buddy sitz,” meaning you can request who you’d like to sit next to and bring along any friend, student or not! Ticket sales start on May 11th, 2026 at 14:00, and you’ll want to be quick! Previous years have sold out in SECONDS! https://kide.app/events/9d2b4682-b7b3-4a4a-9403-5f1741950553 The ticket price includes standard sitz refreshments as well as mead and a doughnut. In short: WHAT: Kvantti & Serveri’s interdisciplinary, mead-filled and doughnut-packed buddy sitsit—with a doughnut, a twist of mead, and a friend WHEN: May 21, 2026 at 18:00, doors at 17:30 WHERE: Lukema DRESS CODE: Overalls and something meadand doughnut-themed PRICE: 13€
Wabudebug
Thursday, April 30 at 04:00 PM
🔥 WABUDEBUG 2026 🔥 Has the Serveri of the Year already been decided? And which freshman has earned the most points in their pass? 👀 The answers to these (and many more) will be revealed at Serveri’s traditional WabuDebug! 🐭🥳 Come spend your May Day Eve in great company as we gather to celebrate the past year’s greatest achievements, most memorable moments, and well-deserved recognitions. During the event, diplomas will be awarded in numerous categories – some expected, some completely unique! 🏅💛 💥 Attention freshmen! Now is the final moment to make sure your freshman pass is complete, as the Freshman of the Year will be chosen based on it! So go chase those last signatures from your tutors in time. 🗳️ Make your voice heard! You can still suggest diploma categories and nominees. The floor is yours – creativity is encouraged. The link to the survey can be found on Serveri’s official Telegram announcement channel and on the department screens. Come enjoy the Wappu atmosphere, great company, and the excitement of seeing who will be crowned this year’s legends. 🥂 WHAT? Serveri’s WabuDeBug WHERE? City Hall lawn WHEN? April 30th at approximately 16:00 (depending on the duration of the Rite of Scholastic Passage ceremony) WHAT TO BRING? Your own drinks, overalls, and Wappu spirit 🥳
Eurovision party
Tuesday, April 28 at 09:00 PM
EUROVISION PARTY 2026 – THE PARTY CONTINUES 🔥 Let the Eurovision party continue! 🎤✨ Get ready for the highlight of the night – after Eurovision Sitsit, Albatrossi will burst into flames as the Eurovision Party kicks off! 🔥 The DJ will be spinning this year’s hottest Eurovision hits along with iconic classics. The Eurovision vibe won’t fade! 🌟💃 Tickets for the Eurovision Party on Kide.app: 5€, 6€ at the door. Ticket sales start on, 8th. of April at 14:00. NOTE! Only the first 200 participants will receive an overall patch, so make sure to arrive early! ✨ WHAT? Eurovision Party WHERE? Albatrossi WHEN? 28th of April 2026, doors open at 21:00 PRICE? 5€ See you at the party! 🧡✨ https://kide.app/events/3c8961ac-8752-4d44-aceb-195a77e2d5a2
Eurovision sitz
Tuesday, April 28 at 06:00 PM
EUROVISION SITSIT 2026 – ARE YOU READY?! 🔥 SERVERI is hosting Eurovision Sitsit for the fourth time! Thanks to last year’s huge success, this year the night will once again continue with a worthy afterparty – the EUROVISION PARTY! ✨🥂 What’s included in the sitsit? The ticket includes food and, of course, an iconic overall patch. Bring your own drinks, put on a Eurovision-themed outfit, and make sure to arrive on time! 😉 This year, the Eurovision spirit continues all night long, as the afterparty for the sitsit will be the Eurovision Party! You can choose between a sitsit-only ticket (13 €) or a combo ticket including the afterparty (16€). This is a night you don’t want to miss! ✨🧡 Ticket sales start on 8.4. April at 14.00. WHAT? Eurovision Sitsit WHERE? Lukema WHEN? 28th. of April 2026 at 18:00 PRICE? 13€ WHAT TO BRING? BYOB and a Eurovision-themed outfit https://kide.app/events/2b2606de-9773-4b35-aeef-a1fd4e3077ed
The championship of Valkeinen
Monday, April 27 at 06:00 PM
WHICH STUDENT ORGANIZATION WILL BE CROWNED THE CHAMPION OF VALKEISENLAMPI? 🏆 Socius vs Serveri, once again it’s time to face off at Valkeisenlampi and decide who will take the championship this year! 👑 Expect fun and light-hearted competitions, spirited but friendly rivalry, and a great springtime atmosphere with the best company. 🌸 The stakes are high, not just victory, but also glory, honor, and the legendary traveling trophy are on the line! Whether you’re competing or just cheering, come enjoy a spring evening and great vibes with everyone. 🌞 WHAT? Valkeisenlampi Championship WHERE? Valkeisenlampi WHEN? April 27th at 18:00 → WHAT TO BRING? Your own drinks, overalls, weather-appropriate clothing & picnic supplies!
Apartment crawl
Friday, April 24 at 04:30 PM
Serveri’s legendary Apartment Crawl! 🤍 It’s back again, Serveri’s legendary Apartment Crawl invites all adventure-seekers to join the Wappu vibes! 🐭✨ During the event, teams of a few people will go around apartment-appro-style checkpoints across Kuopio. The crawl starts on April 24 at 16:30 from Valkeinen Pond, where teams and speakeasy passports will be handed out before departure. 🏁 Once the crawl is completed, we’ll gather at the market square where the winners of the night will be crowned! WHAT? Serveri’s Apartment Crawl WHEN? April 24 at 16:30 WHERE? Kuopio city center area, starting from Valkeinen Pond PRICE? Free WHAT TO BRING? Overalls, BYOB & a good vibe!
Joensuu Excursion
Thursday, April 9 at 10:00 AM
Heading to Joensuu on an excursion to visit our sister student organization, Skripti! 🐭 Registration for the excursion takes place through the form below. Be quick, as there is a limited number of spots available. Registration is binding! 🌟 The program includes, among other things, a visit to the Joensuu department and sauna time! 🤩 The department excursion is a day trip. We will depart from Kuopio around 10 a.m. and return later in the evening. 🚌 More information for participants will be provided later! NOTE ‼️ Tickets are available only through the link below. https://kide.app/events/c4062c05-cfeb-4ff0-8103-2d687835fa47/details WHAT? Department excursion to Joensuu WHEN? April 9 WHERE? In Joensuu PRICE? Free!
Hangout evening
Friday, March 27 at 04:00 PM
Welcome to a casual hangout evening with fellow Server members on March 27th from 16:00 to 20:00 at Studentia Chapel 🐭🤍 During the event, you can sew overall patches, hang out, and play board games. There will also be a limited amount of pizza available, including gluten-free and vegan options! 🍕😋 The event is alcohol-free, and even though we’re spending the evening in a chapel, the event is not religious. WHAT? Hangout Evening WHEN? March 27th at 16:00–20:00 WHERE? Studentia Chapel PRICE? Free WHAT TO BRING? Overalls, board games, friends & a good vibe! 🤩💯
2016-sitz
Wednesday, March 25 at 06:00 PM
Throwback timeeee 😜🥳 We’re heading a decade back in time and sitting down for a 2016-themed sitz, brought to you by Serveri & Kulti! 💯 Whether it was the Snapchat dog filter, VSCO aesthetics, chokers, fidget spinners, Vans, or flossing & dabbing, we’re going all in on a time when these were everyday essentials. ✨2016 is calling✨ Ticket sales start 18.3. 15.00 on KideApp. floss dab 2016core throwback WHAT? Serveri X Kulti 2016 Sitz WHEN? March 25 at 18:00 WHERE? Lukema PRICE? 11€ DRESS CODE? Overalls & full 2016 vibeeee 2️⃣0️⃣1️⃣6️⃣
Where are you from? Sitz
Tuesday, March 17 at 06:00 PM
What happens when you combine CS, atoms and robots to the same table?🧐 We don’t know either, but luckily soon we will, as Serveri and Kvantti host the Guild of Automation and Systems Technology from Aalto University as their guests and gather together to sitz at Lukema!⚙️🥂 The theme of the sitz is where are you from? So dress according to where you’ve arrived to Kuopio from!🔥 The price of the ticket is 12€ and it includes the overall patch and servings such as drinks and food. ❗️Due to a large amount of visitors (~50), there are only 11 tickets for both Serveri and Kvantti respectively, so be quick as the Ticket sales open on 9.3. at 13.00! WHAT: SITZ WHERE: Lukema WHEN: 17.3. 18.00 (doors open at 17.30) BRING: BYOB WHAT TO WEAR: Overalls and something representing your home town!
Darts-tournament
Monday, March 9 at 06:00 PM
It’s time for a DARTS-tournament!🏆 There will be a small & relaxed darts tournament on March 9th starting at 18:00 at Freetime! A small prize awaits the best player. Even if you don’t want to participate, you’re more than welcome to come hang out, cheer others on, and spend the evening in great company. 🔥 WHAT? Darts tournament WHEN? March 9th, 18:00 → WHERE? Bar Freetime WHAT TO WEAR? Overalls and your throwing spirit
Spring meeting
Tuesday, February 17 at 05:00 PM
Welcome to the Serveri's statutory spring meeting on February 17th! The meeting will begin at 5:00 PM in room F211. Coffee will be served.☕
Mario Kart Tournament
Friday, February 13 at 02:00 PM
Mario Kart Tournament 🏎️ Welcome to the Mario Kart tournament! Whether you're an experienced racer or a first-time driver, you're welcome to test your skills and challenge others for the tournament title. Expect fast-paced racing, a great atmosphere, and just the right amount of competitive spirit. You can join the race or simply come watch the tournament and enjoy the good company. ✨ 🐭 There is a prize for the best racer! 🏆 Where? at Koppi When? 13.2. at 2.00 PM What? Mario Kart Tournament
Nemesis-sitz
Thursday, February 12 at 06:00 PM
SERVERI VS HYEENA The Nemesis sitz are here once again and it’s time to duel with your archnemesis. The theme is nemesis, or archnemesis. Come dressed as each other's enemies, like Batman and the Joker or a police officer and a robber. You can also just dress as opposites. Or as anyone/anything that fits together but really shouldn’t like this saying in Finnish: “Fits like a fist in the eye”. The sitz will be held at Lukema on February 12th, starting at 6 PM. The ticket includes a fantastic overall patch, a few bites and drinks and a magnificent evening with your nemesis. Ticket sales on KideApp start on January 29 at 12:30 PM! https://kide.app/events/00158ba6-b92e-4ca0-8fae-d1053f46d1b0 WHAT? SERVERI X HYEENA, Nemesis sitz WHERE? at Lukema WHEN? February 12th, 6 pm COST? 12€ WHAT TO WEAR? Nemesis! Come with your friends and dress as each other's enemies overalls
CV & LinkedIn workshop
Wednesday, February 4 at 02:00 PM
Does your CV need some polishing? Now you have an opportunity to learn expert tips and tricks for creating great CVs and LinkedIn profiles! Come to class F123, on February 4th at 2 pm. WHAT? Improve your CV and LinkedIn profile WHERE? KPY Novapolis, class F213 (The expert will join via Zoom!) WHEN? On February 4th, 2 pm
Opening of the grill season
Wednesday, January 28 at 06:00 PM
Let’s grill & chill! We’re kicking off the grilling season on January 28 at the Pyöräkatu grill shelter.🥩🔥🍴 Serveri will provide food for grilling, but feel free to bring your own treats if you like. WHAT? Grilling Season Opening WHERE? Pyöräkatu, Niirala WHEN? January 28 starting at 6 PM WHAT TO BRING? BYOB & optional grillables WHAT TO WEAR? Warm clothes & student overalls! The Save the Date says 27 January, but the date has changed to 28 January.
Overall Initiation
Wednesday, January 21 at 06:00 PM
It is time to dip the freshmen’s pure white overalls! 🤍 The Server’s overall initiation party will be organized on Wednesday 21.1. at 18.00 at Lukema. Come and be surprised😉! WHAT? Overall initiation party WHERE? Lukema WHEN? Wednesday 21.1. at 18.00 WHAT TO BRING? BYOB WHAT TO WEAR? Overalls
Back to Studies Sitsit
Wednesday, January 14 at 05:00 PM
Are you already exhausted just from the thought of the assignments and exams to be returned in the coming year?🤝🏻 Then come join the overall-wearing crowd to relax and enjoy! The academic return of the year 2026 arrives in January when Serveri and KuoLO gather for a sitz! Welcome to pop open Kuopio’s icy winter in the warmth of Tuonela, together over soup while singing drinking songs. ✨️🫂 📌 The price of a sitz ticket is 17€ and it includes bus transportation to Tuonela, soup package, a high-quality three-course menu, and a magnificent overall patch. 📌 The sitz begin at 6 p.m. at Tuonela. The bus ride departs at 5:20 p.m. from Maljalahdenkatu (behind the city hall), please be there on time! Return buses leave for the city center at around 10:20 p.m. 🚌 📌 Ticket sales start in Kideapp on Tuesday 30.12. at 12 p.m.! WHAT? Returning to Studies Sitz WHERE? Tuonela WHEN? 14.1. at 6 p.m. HOW MUCH DOES IT COST? €17 DRESS CODE? student overalls
Kvantti & Serveri’s Cross-Disciplinary Mulled-Wine-Infused Christmas Buddy Sitsit with a Christmas twist, friends, and gingerbread
Thursday, December 11 at 06:00 PM
Joulukaverisitsit are back! 🤍💙 Last year, the legendary Cross-Disciplinary Christmas Buddy Sitsit by Kvantti and Serveri reached iconic status, now they’re happening again! And you and your friend definitely don’t want to miss out! So show up at Lukema on December 11th at 18:00 for sitsit and experience Serveri’s and Kvantti’s vision of Christmas! This year will once again feature a Christmas twist, mulled wine, good company, and plenty of holiday cheer! You can bring a friend to the Buddy Sitsit, or come alone and find new friends among the Christmas-spirited sitsit crowd! 🎄🎁✨ WHAT: Kvantti & Serveri’s Cross-Disciplinary Mulled-Wine-Infused Christmas Buddy Sitsit with a Christmas twist, friends, and gingerbread WHERE & WHEN: At Lukema, December 11th, starting at 18:00 DRESS CODE: Christmas-themed overalls FOR WHOM: For everyone full of holiday spirit, especially those who enjoy a Christmas twist https://kide.app/events/fd66fa3e-fded-47c1-baf3-bfa8e2526901
Christmas Bug
Monday, December 8 at 06:00 PM
It’s time for Serveri’s annual Christmas party, Joulubugi! This year, Joulubugi will be held at Lukema on the 8th of December. Serveri will be arranging all sorts of Christmas related activities there, so we definitely recommend you to participate! The first 50 participants will also receive an overall patch! 😎 This year, we include a Secret Santa, so if you’d like to participate, bring a gift (approx. value 5 €), and in return you can receive a gift from someone else! 🎁 In addition to other activities held, the Serveri board of 2026 will introduce themselves, and the freshman of the autumn is awarded, based off who has earned the highest amount of bits in the freshman pass! 🏅 What? Joulubugi 🎄 Where? Lukema When? Monday 8th at 18.00 Cost? Free What to wear? Overalls and something Christmas themed 🎅🏼
IT-REKRYT
Thursday, November 20 at 10:00 AM
IT-REKRY 2025 Here we go again! The student association Serveri ry, representing computer science students at the University of Kuopio, is organizing its traditional IT recruitment event! This time, the event will take place in the SN200 hall, with free entry for everyone—no membership required. Following tradition, the event will feature company representatives sharing insights about their organizations, what it’s like to work there, and—most importantly—any open job opportunities. After the presentations, you’ll find the company representatives in the lobby of the 2nd floor of Snellmania, ready to answer students’ questions. Don’t miss the chance to say hello—this is also a fantastic opportunity for networking! This year, a photographer will also be on-site! After the presentations, you can have a portrait taken for your CV or LinkedIn profile. Midway through the event, Serveri ry will treat attendees to coffee. After the official program, the afterparty Rekrysauna will take place at 7th Heaven, just a stone’s throw from the university. Company representatives will be expected to also join the fun! Even if you don’t plan to hit the sauna, it’s worth stopping by. For the latest schedule, visit: https://serveriry.fi/en/yrityksille/it-rekry WHAT: IT-REKRYT 2025 WHERE & WHEN: Thursday, November 20, 12:00–17:00 at Snellmania (SN200), University of Kuopio, and from 17:15 onward at 7th Heaven (Microkatu 1 A) WHO: Anyone interested in working in IT or seeking IT opportunities! DRESS CODE: Casual attire
Autumn Meeting
Monday, November 17 at 05:00 PM
✨ Welcome to Serveri ry’s Annual Autumn Meeting! ✨ Monday, November 17th at 18:00 E14+15, KPY Novapolis, Microkatu 1, Kuopio Would you like to join the board, influence next year’s board, or simply hear the latest updates about Serveri ry? All that (and more!) awaits you at the annual autumn meeting, so come join us on November 17th at 18:00! You’re also more than welcome to just stop by for some coffee, tea, and light snacks ☕️😉 All Serveri members are warmly welcome. Membership will be checked upon arrival. The meeting agenda has been sent to all members via email. If you haven’t received the invitation, please contact pj@serveriry.fi. ⚠️ Note! ‼️ Autumn Meeting, all the board meetings and board activity is held in Finnish!