My very first apartment

Hello,

I was actually in Florida when I found out that my boyfriend, Joonas, has rented us an apartment. After I got back in Finland, I moved in. Now I want to show you what the apartment looks like after 4 months.

Kitchen. 

The living room. We finally got our couch!!

The kitchen table is also in the living room

The bedroom. We painted the wall grey.

The balcony is huge and so far we only have two chairs there. In the summer it'll be warm there, because it has windows.

The location of the apartment is perfect. Everything, including at least 5 grocery stores, University, gym, bus stops, swimming hall, library, pharmacy, etc... is within a mile. Our apartment is on the 7th floor so you can see the sunset. I basically live alone, because Joonas comes home only for weekends. Well, at least I have a lot of space :D 

Anette

Tampere University of Technology

Hey,

It's been a while. School has kept me very busy. I don't know much about American college life but I bet it differs from the Finnish one.

I'm currently studying bioengineering (biotechnology) in Tampere University of Technology (TUT). Right now I'm only studying the basics: Math, Physics and Chemistry. I did have a laboratory class - it was cool! There are 30 freshmen who study bioengineering. I've made many new friends!

I'm already accepted to the Master's programme. In five years I'd finish my studies and graduate. That won't happen, though, because I'm applying to the University of Medicine next spring again.

Microscoping

TUT is known for its colorful student life. We wear overalls (well, every university student in Finland does...) and a hat that looks similar to my graduation hat. Freshmen will become official students next May Day (1st of May) when they are dipped into rapids in a big basket. The water is NOT warm :D We have our own sauna at the school where we spend time.

There are also many clubs and other hobbies for students at TUT. I'm currently in choir and in volleyball club. I'm really looking forward to singing in our Christmas concerts!

Physics, Chemistry and Math...These are the books I have to read for my entrance exam. 

Anette