After some days back home, we have been able to reflect on what this experience has been like.
Here is our video talking about it!
Wednesday, 26 March 2025
Tuesday, 18 March 2025
EP Javeriana visits OSAO in Oulu, Finland
This was our first international trip as a group, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience. From the moment we landed, our Finnish hosts at OSAO made us feel completely welcome. We shared classes, worked on joint projects, visited local companies… and even got to experience a real Finnish sauna (yes, we jumped into ice hole!)
It was very interesting to get a real experience in Finnish education system. Our students participated in their Hackathon project (Problem Based Learning methodology) integrated in mixed groups. The solutions our 8 teams proposed to the real companies challenges were very creative and helpful. Congratulations!
But we also made amazing memories: bowling together, slipping on icy sidewalks, and admiring the Northern Lights in the sky walking on the frozen sea.
Most of all, this trip helped us grow as people and as professionals. We stepped out of our comfort zones, practiced our English and deepen our friendship with our Finnish colleagues.
We’re already dreaming about the next exchange! Watch our video to find out more about it.💫
