ESN Haaga-Helia is a local section of the Erasmus Student Network and a member of ESN Finland. We operate primarily in Helsinki, Finland, focusing on supporting exchange and international students at Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences.

We organise trips, events, activities, and offer support for students, helping them integrate into Finland and, more specifically, into Finnish student culture.

Our mission as ESN is to represent international students by offering opportunitites on cultural exchange and personal growth, guided by the principle of Students helping Students.

We warmly welcome all international students and anyone interested in internationality to join our activities or us as members!

History

ESN Haaga-Helia has been an official local section of the Erasmus Student Network since 2002.

Previously known as ESN Helga, the section operated under Haaga-Helia's Student Union Helga as one of its action groups. As of June 2024 the section was transfered to a newly founded and registereded association with the approval of ESN Finland's National Assembly.

Today ESN Haaga-Helia operates as one of the 15 local sections of ESN Finland, and locally among 12 registered student associations of Haaga-Helia.

Meet our mascot, Harry!

Whether he’s exploring new places, cheering at events, or just rolling around in his tiny world, Harry is always here to bring good vibes and keep the ESN spirit alive.

From welcoming new students to joining our biggest celebrations, Harry is more than just a mascot - he’s a symbol of friendship, fun, and unforgettable experiences. So, if you see him around, don’t forget to snap a pic and tag us!

Erasmus Student Network

The Erasmus Student Network (ESN) is a non-profit international student organization that supports and promotes student exchange and mobility in Europe and beyond. With over 540 local sections in 42 countries, ESN provides assistance, events, and activities for exchange students, helping them integrate into local communities, experience different cultures, and make the most of their time abroad.

Its motto, “Unity in Diversity,” reflects its commitment to fostering intercultural understanding and international collaboration.

ESN Finland

ESN Finland is the national level of the Erasmus Student Network in Finland, representing and supporting its 15 local sections across the country. It works to enhance the quality of the exchange experience by coordinating national events, fostering collaboration between sections, and advocating for international students’ interests at the national level.

ESN Finland also organises events like the National Assembly and provides training and resources to strengthen its network and members, the sections, to promote student mobility.

Partners and sponsors

ESN Haaga-Helia has many partners locally, nationally and internationally for support, benefits and even discounts available for the student community

Local

ESN Helsinki United

Collaboration of the five local ESN sections in the Helsinki area; ESN Aalto, ESN Haaga-Helia, ESN Laureamko, ESN Metropolia and ESN Uni Helsinki

Laguuni

Exclusive -20% discount for ESN Haaga-Helia's members with code ERASMUSHH on winter fun at Laguuni's Keilaniemi and Mustikkamaa locations

NoHo Partners

Partner for venues like Maxine, Apollo and Noname, and discounted prices on services during events

National

Timetravels

National partner of ESN Finland for student trips organised with sections e.g. ESN Haaga-Helia

DNA

National partner of ESN Finland for free SIM cards with up to 10€ of prepaid data and talk time

Pirates of the Baltic Sea

National student cruise event of ESN Finland in collaboration with the 15 local ESN sections

International

Ryanair

Flixbus & Flixtrain

Tomorrowland

More benefits with the ESNcard

Read more about the international benefits and discounts of ESN - all available with the ESNcard!

All members of ESN Haaga-Helia get an ESNcard along their membership!

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