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CSG weekly mail 29/2024

The sign-ups for events and opportunities such as the Summer Sitsit, TiK x SIK LAN party, and the Netlight mentorship program are currently open. Additionally, the Department of Computer Science is looking for teaching assistants ✨

Best regards,

Roosa Rauhala

Head of Communications, Tietokilta ry

Calendar

Next week:
  1. 6.11. How to Land a Startup Job panel
  2. 12.11. Summer Sitsit 2024
  3. 15.11. TiK x SIK LAN party
  4. 5.11. The Department of Computer Science is looking for teaching assistants for spring 2025
  5. 7.11. GAYY x Inflexus Halloween Party
  6. 26.11. AaltoPEC: Discovering Venture Capital

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Summer Sitsit 2024

Songmaster Committee presents: Summer Sitsit 2024!

The Songmaster Committee is getting thirsty, so what would be a better committee refreshment than having sitsit and telling some bad jokes to random guild members that happen across the sitsit!

As the traditional summer sitsit couldn't be organized this summer, we'll now have to find the real summer spirit now from the sunny Otaniemi November!

Signup is open here!

WHAT: Summer sitsit!

WHEN: 12.11.2024 - doors 17.30, sitsit start 18.00

WHERE: Otaranta Club Room, Otaranta 8 B

DC: your best summer outfit - remember your sunglasses!

PRICE: max 12€

TiK x SIK LAN party

👨‍💻 TiK x SIK LAN party 👩‍💻

Do you feel like locking yourself indoors for three days to play video games🕹? Do you crave new gaming buddies? 👫 Or fresh opponents to annihilate? 🧨 Your wishes have been granted because the Tietokilta💻 and Sähköinsinöörikilta🔌 joint LAN party is here! 🔥

The LAN party starts at Otakaari 20 on Friday, November 15th at 4 PM🕓 and continues until the evening of November 17th🌚.

The upstairs area is reserved for your own gaming rigs⌨️🐁🖥, with space for about 40 people🎉. The downstairs area is also open for participants to set up their own tables, but board games🎲 and a Nintendo Switch🎮 will be available there as well on Friday and Saturday. Breakfast🥪 will be provided during the event so you can continue gaming right after waking up🌅! Additionally, on Friday and Saturday, you can relax in the OK20 sauna between gaming sessions🧖‍♂️.

The LAN party will also feature special activities, such as a 😤hardcore🤕 Minecraft server and potential gaming tournaments🏆.

So, pack your computer and come to OK20. There are 25 spots for TiK🐈‍⬛‍, and 15 for SIK⚡️. By registering, you reserve a spot for your computer for the entire duration of the LAN party. The event is open to everyone, and you can come to play board games, card games, console games, or just hang out and enjoy the sauna, even if you don't plan to stay for the entire LAN party.

The event and games will be coordinated through the Telegram group: 

https:/​/​t.me/​+4GQGTyaOGcoxMzg0

TL;DR: 

WHAT? TiK x SIK LAN Party 🛜🚫 

WHEN? Fri, Nov 15th, 4 PM -> Sun, Nov 17th 🕓 

WHERE? Otakaari 20 🏢 

PRICE? €0 💸 

WHY? Epic gaming 👾

The signup is open at:

https:/​/​tietokilta.fi/​en/​tapahtumat/​tiklan24

AYY & Aalto

The Department of Computer Science is looking for teaching assistants for spring 2025

Become a teaching assistant in the Department of Computer Science! We are looking teaching assistants for various of our spring courses. Please find the description of the TA tasks and which courses are participating this joint call. Assistants will receive a compensation depending on the workload included in the task. Deadline for applications is 10 November 2024.

Read more in Tuutti Newsletter

Campus survey

The campus survey response period is extended until November 8th. It is still possible to respond to the survey, give feedback on the campus and influence campus development. It is also possible to respond to the survey on Wednesday, November 6th in Otakaari 1 lobby, where coffee, tea, overall badges, and reflectors will be available for respondents.

Link to the survey: https:/​/​link.webropolsurveys.com/​S/​BA3384FB4B1A1E6C

GAYY x Inflexus Halloween Party

🏳️‍🌈 INFLEXUS x GAYY 🏳️‍🌈

💀🎃HALLOWEEN PARTY 7.11. 🎃👻

On the night of 7.11. ghouls shall gather to celebrate the most eerie event of the year: Inflexus and GAYY’s Halloween Party! Our coven will convene at the LKS clubroom Euphoria located in the frightening faraway land called Sörnäinen.

Our riveting rituals will last from 20.00 to 2.00. When the clock strikes 22.00 you may challenge your fellow creatures in the costume competition. The victorious will earn enchanting rewards.

You may purchase a token of entry for the petrifying price of 5€ (+ your soul) through the ghastly gateway of Kide App.

In plain English:

What: Halloween party ✨🎃

When: 7.11. 20.00-02.00

Where: Euphoria, Sörnäisten rantatie 33C

Cost: 5€, tickets in GAYY’s Kide.app

DC: Halloween, costume competition at 22.00

The venue can only be reached by stairs, so it is unfortunately not accessible.

Tickets: https:/​/​kide.app/​events/​b41e7c9d-0d12-4673-bd6c-dd22d717d832

AaltoPEC: Discovering Venture Capital

Have you ever wondered how venture capital firms identify and support promising startups?

Join us on the 26th of November for an exclusive event where Lifeline Ventures, OpenOcean, Wave Ventures, and one of Lifeline Ventures’ portfolio companies, Inven, will share their insights on VC investments.

After the presentations, enjoy a friendly padel match open to all skill levels or cheer from the sidelines, with snacks and refreshments provided!

Read more and register here: https:/​/​www.aaltopec.fi/​discovering-vc

General details:

Date: 26th of November, 2024

Location: Social Sports Club, Henry Fordin katu 6

Price: FREE, registration required

Dress Code: Padel clothing

Other: Padel matches during the evening, snacks and refreshments served

If you have any questions, don't hesitate to get in touch with us (robin.hansson​@aalto.fi).

We look forward to meeting you!

Other

How to Land a Startup Job panel

Ever wonder if you’re cut out for the wild world of startups?

Join us on November 6th for How to Land a Startup Job, a panel with talent strategist Sofia Pohls (Finders Seekers) and career counselor Lidiia Salo (Get Hired in Finland) 💫

Our panelists will cover what startups really look for in candidates, how to get noticed in hidden recruitment circles, and ways to showcase your strengths even without a tech background. Expect insider tips, essential skills (hint: adaptability!), and a few startup myths to bust 🌸

Get ready for a no-fuss guide to making your move into the Finnish Startup Ecosystem. Bring a friend, and we’ll see you there 👯‍♀️

📆 WHEN: 6.11 | 17:45

📍WHERE: Maria01

✏️ Sign up HERE

Netlight Tech Colledge Mentorship Program

🚀 Join the Netlight Tech Colledge Mentorship Program!

Are you ready to take the next step in your tech career? 🌟 The Netlight Tech Colledge offers you a unique, 6-month mentorship program where you’ll grow both personally and professionally with 1:1 mentoring from a senior Netlight consultant. This is your chance to:

💡 Develop a consultant mindset

👥 Work in teams and create business-first solutions

🔧 Sharpen your technical skills

You’ll get an insider’s look into one of Europe’s top tech consultancy firms and network with over 2,000 Netlighters! Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your career and learn in a value-driven, low-hierarchy environment. The program will start in January 2025.

🗓 Apply before 8.11.2024!

🌍 Open to curious and proactive Master’s students in Helsinki.

👉 Sign up and read more here: Netlight Tech Colledge Website

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Cat video of the week

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