The Representative Council
The highest decision-making body in the Student Union is the Representative Council. The Council is elected annually among and by the members of the Student Union. There are 21 representatives in the Representative Council. The Representative Council is in charge of defining policies and it confirms, for example, the plan of work and the budget for the Student Union.
All members of the Student Union can stand for the election of the Representative Council. Each member also has a vote in the election. Remember to use these rights! In addition, all members of the Student Union can attend Council’s meetings.
By working in the Council it is possible to gain credits, read more about optional studies.
The Representative Council 2025
| Name | Degree Programme | Campus |
| Kia Vasarainen The Chair | Horticulture | Lepaa |
| Mikael Laitinen The Vice-Chair | Business Administration | Hämeenlinna |
| Toni Leivaara | Construction and Civil Engineering | Hämeenlinna |
| Pipsa Remes | Horticulture | Lepaa |
| Iida Kekki | Business Administration | Hämeenlinna |
| Riina Kinnunen | Social Services | Hämeenlinna |
| Janani Attygalle | Smart and Sustainable Design | Hämeenlinna |
| Henriikka Mastokangas | Sustainable Development | Forssa |
| Mikko Hakala | Forestry | Evo |
| Leevi Meriläinen | Mechanical and Production Engineering | Riihimäki |
| Noora Lempinen | Information and Communication Technology | Riihimäki |
| Laura Kokkonen | Horticulture | Lepaa |
| Osmo Jukkola | Traffic and Transport Management | Riihimäki |
| Heini Heikkilä-Nikkanen | Construction and Civil Engineering | Hämeenlinna |
| Markus Tiitta | Information and Communication | Riihimäki |
| Riku Arkko | Information and Communication | Riihimäki |
| Timofei Beresnev | Computer Applications | Hämeenlinna |
| Petri Sydänmaanlakka | Forestry | Evo |
| Verneri Zetterman | Forestry | Evo |
| Elias Nikkari | Information and Communication | Riihimäki |
| Kati Leppilampi | Horticulture | Lepaa |
The Board 2025
The Board, elected by the Representative Council, holds the administrative and executive power in the Student Union.
Board’s tasks are to represent the Student Union locally and nationally, lead the operations and inform students and other interest groups about issues concerning them. It is also in charge of the Student Union’s administration.
The term of office of the Board is the calendar year. The Board consists of a Chair, a Vice-Chair, and at least three (3) and at most eight (8) members.
By working in the Board, it is possible to gain up to 5 credits, depending on the position. Read more about optional studies
Board 2025
| Board member | Area(s) of responsibility | Degree Programme |
| Juno Olkkola | Chair of the Board, Advocacy | Social Services |
| Olli-Petteri Lahti | Vice-Chair of the Board, Partner Associations | Health Care, Nursing |
| Iisa Leino | Orientation, Member Benefits and Services, Sustainable Student Union | Business Administration |
| Eemeli Mäenpää | Communications | Traffic and Transport Management |
| Silja Nyberg | Tutoring, Communication | Social Services |
| Pinja Saturi | Events | Forestry |
| Aleksi Kallio | Events, Sports and Welfare | Health Care, Nursing |
| Jenni Rosendahl | Internationality, Equality | Electrical and Automation Engineering |
Staff
The Student Union has four employees who, together with the board, are responsible for the day-to-day running of the Student Union. Employees support Board and Council members in their respective areas of responsibility. They also bring perseverance and experience to the Student Union.
Executive Director
The job description of the Executive director includes planning and coordinating the activities and finances of the Student Union. The Executive director is also responsible for the administration and services of the Student Union and negotiates Student Union cooperation agreements. The Executive director acts as the supervisor of other staff members.
Adviser, Member Services and Communications
The member services and communications adviser serves students at the Student Union service point in matters related to the student card and membership. Adviser is also responsible for the planning and development of Student Unions communications.
Adviser, Counselling and Student Welfare
The counselling and student welfare adviser plans and develops the tutoring activities carried out by the Student Union, organizes events and produces material to support the tutoring activities. Adviser is also responsible for promoting well-being and ability to study.
Adviser, Student Community and Events
The student community and event adviser helps to plan, create and produce community activities at all HAMK campuses.