Post by Aalto University

Today, we paint our campus with overalls and joy as we celebrate Vappu together! 🎈 Vappu, or May Day, is one of the most cherished festivities in Finland. While it’s an especially popular celebration among students, it’s enjoyed by people of all ages. Vappu has had plenty of meanings over time, but for many, it signals that spring is finally here! 🌞 Our president, Ilkka Niemelä, and Chair of the Board of Aalto University Student Union AYY, Joona Lipponen, give their tips for the festivities. Some Vappu traditions include the Declaration of Wappu Rowdiness, the crowning of the Havis Amanda statue and picnics that spread across city parks, featuring delicious treats like mead (sima), doughnuts (munkki) and funnel cakes (tippaleipä). 🥂 So, put on your graduation or teekkari cap and enjoy the festivities! ✨ Riemukasta vappua! Glada Vappen! Joyful May Day! 🥳

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