Here you can find additional support for students at Arcada
Student Chaplain
Hello! I am Sonja Jakobsson, your University Chaplain. I am here to support all students, and I especially enjoy working with international students who are navigating life in Finland.
Living in a new country is exciting — but can also be challenging at times. If you are feeling overwhelmed, unsure, or just need someone to talk to, please know: You do not need to face these difficulties alone. I am here to help in any way I can, whether it is offering emotional support, practical advice, or even financial assistance.
I also run a WhatsApp group called "Chaplain Sonja for foreign students", where I regularly share links to job offers, advice on internships, food aid, and other helpful resources for international students.
Feel free to reach out! I speak Swedish, Finnish, English and Spanish — and I'd love to hear from you!
Sonja Jakobsson, University Chaplain
WhatsApp: +358 50 38 00 662
sonja.jakobsson
SVEPS
SVEPS outreach youth work offers you voluntary and free of cost support and guidance, primarily in topics outside your studies.
We offer, among other things, guidance in economical and housing questions, support with taking control of your life situation and planning for the future and finding your path in the jungle of societal services. A contact with SVEPS does not commit you to anything and our co-operation is constructed by the topics you deem are of importance and our focus will be on those topics.
You can find more information about us at:
www.sveps.fi (Swedish and Finnish)
You can reach us in English via phone +358 50 322 1451 (both calling and SMS)e-mail: uppsokande