Testimonials
Michel Risse
UniLaSalle Institut Polytechnic, France
For my first studies abroad, I chose LUT Summer School. It was an incredibly interesting experience. In fact, after these three weeks, I want to go back to Finland and stay there longer.
The business courses themselves gave me an understanding of the main aspects of global and high-technology marketing. They will be helpful for the rest of my master's studies.
Outside the classroom, I really enjoyed meeting with other students with such diverse backgrounds. It was great to get new friends from Finland, Russia, Germany and even Japan! Last but not least, I fell in love with Finnish sauna.
Thank you, LUT Summer School 2022!
Sofia Reppucci
University Massachusetts Dartmouth, USA
LUT was an amazing opportunity that I wouldn't change.
I didn't know what to expect before I came to LUT. And the best part was that it would have beat any expectation that I could have had.
The classes were challenging yet fun, the country was beautiful, the experiences were amazing, and the people I met... Well, that was my favorite part. LUT was an amazing opportunity that I wouldn't change.
Sun Xunlai
China Jiliang University, China
I'm not willing to say goodbye to LUT. I was so curious why people can become so attached to a country only in one month.
I really enjoy the life here. It's totally different from my country's .We learned to do creative work in a group which combines different majors and different countries. The teachers are really nice and patient.
Compared to other students, I don't think my oral English is good, but they are so helpful and professors are willing to help you until you fully understand. The environment in Lappeenranta is pretty good, we have all kinds of activities which help us learn more about the life here and get to know each other.
I like sauna, haha, especially when I go out from the sauna room and jump into the cool lake. It's so exciting! I love this green campus. I am deeply impressed by the green concept. The green electric bicycle and all the green designs makes the university vibrant. Thank you!
John Skeen
University of California Davis, USA
The LUT Summer School experience was an unexpected treat. I came prepared for long lectures and a rigorous work load, but quickly found that this program sought to achieve a very healthy balance.
The classes were incredible. Not only was the material highly relevant, but the perspectives varied greatly from what I have found at my home university. The professors were sensitive to the cultural differences and provided instruction suitable for everyone, regardless of previous experience. What was even more impressive was the professors' genuine interest in the students and what they had to offer.
Beyond the academics, the social scene was great. LUT truly provides a very inclusive environment, where people from all cultures feel comfortable joining in on the festivities. It was amazing to see how many activities we could squeeze into just a few weeks, including traveling around Europe, karaoke, dance clubs, soccer after class, Finnish saunas, and frequently swimming in the lake. The relationships formed through this experience were deeply meaningful and will certainly be long-lasting.
LUT Summer School will forever be a fond memory, and I would highly recommend this experience to anyone considering it!
Victoria Smith
St. Mary's University, Canada
LUT was a truly amazing experience. I couldn't have asked for a better summer exchange.
The program was exceptionally well organized, allowing me to grow personally and professionally. I would highly recommend it to anyone.
Stijn Zanders
Eindhoven University of Technology, the Netherlands
Spending my summer at a university was a completely new experience for me. I came in touch with some professors from LUT, and they immediately inspired me to spend the summer in Lappeenranta.
Different lecturers from around the world made the LUT Summer School a dynamic experience. In the many different lectures, I not only learned something about the topic area, but also about differences in our cultures and in those of the lecturers.
The students who came to the LUT Summer School were very open-minded, and friendships were established within hours! The cultural diversity resulted in many truly amazing moments.
Many different social events were organised for us, ranging from a sauna party every week to a cruise on Lake Saimaa. As if that was not enough, theme parties, barbecues and sports activities were organised by Summer School students!
The LUT Summer School was a perfect mixture of academic studies and fun. It was a summer which I will never forget!