University chaplains are professionals in holistic encounters
Our service is available to you throughout your studies. Our special expertise is in crisis and grief work. You can talk with us about the meaning of life and your own values, explore spiritual questions and themes related to relationships. University chaplains serve all Laurea students regardless of worldview or religion.
University chaplains are bound by absolute confidentiality and the principles of a safer space. Conversations are confidential and free of charge.
Parish diaconal work can offer additional support in various difficult life situations. University chaplains can refer you, if needed, to a diaconal worker in your area.
Meeting and contact information for University Chaplains
Contact the university chaplain by email or phone.
Meetings can be arranged remotely if a face-to-face meeting is not possible.
See the contact information of the university chaplains below under your own study campus.
Tikkurila
Hanna Vuollo, university chaplain
hanna.vuollo@evl.fi
050 420 1540
Vantaa parishes
Leppävaara, Otaniemi and online students
Panu Mäkelä, university chaplain
panu.makela@evl.fi
050 408 2294
Espoo parishes
Hyvinkää
Heidi Kajander-Maavuori, university chaplain
heidi.kajander@evl.fi
040 805 0320
Facebook: Heidi Pastori Kajander-Maavuori
Instagram: heidipastor
Hyvinkää parish
Lohja
Milla Turunen, parish pastor
milla.turunen@evl.fi
050 539 7838
Jaana Salonmaa, youth worker
jaana.salonmaa@evl.fi
040 779 9364
Lohja parish
Porvoo
Annaleena Piepponen, parish pastor
annaleena.piepponen@evl.fi
040 748 8033
The on-call chaplain can be reached on weekdays from 9-13 at the number 019 661 1212.
Porvoo parish
Activities of University Chaplains and parishes
Friends program
a short description and registration link
Retreats for higher education students
a short description and information on where to register
Involved in Laurea activities
University chaplains participate in study units that support study ability, student tutor trainings and supporting student organizations, or crisis work when grief affects a student group or its members, and in Laurea’s student wellbeing team activities.
Quiet rooms on Tikkurila and Leppävaara campuses
link