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22/05/2021
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To show the international student one of the most popular Finnish student traditions, Sitsit. The online sitsit is also the perfect opportunity for former exchange students to join and relive a part of their exchange experience from Finland. For Finnish students it's an opportunity to enjoy the beloved event that during the pandemic has not been possible to organize physically.

This time, we will also reminisce the past semester and year with a traditional Finnish way and of course have a lot of fun!

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Would you want to experience the most traditional Finnish student party? Have you already experienced sitsit and love them?

We at ESN Vaasa invite you to the last big event of the semester The theme of our last sitsit is all things fancy!!! Get ready for our GALA SITSIT!

Sitsit is a traditional academic table party originating from the Nordic countries. During this party people eat, play games, sing drinking songs and drink. Sitsit is the most popular student event in Finland and something you’ll have to try to truly experience the Finnish student life. All you need is your most Red Carpet-ready attire

ESN Vaasa is hosting the Gala Sitsit party on SATURDAY May 22nd at 19.00 (Finnish time)! Gather together with your closest friends (following the restrictions) and join the fun through Zoom. You can also participate in the party by yourself and from anywhere around the world because at this party, distance does not matter.

Since it is our last sitsit we would like you to send your memories/highlights of your time in Vaasa or over the last year. If you are a former exchange student please share the memories from your exchange in Vaasa! 
Please send your memories to: [email protected]

To get the authentic sitsit experience, you need
A table around which your group will sit
Something to eat
At least 1 shot and other drinks (or non-alcoholic options)
Your mobile phone
One computer with web camera per group
 A fancy outfit

People in Vaasa can buy a farewell Goodie Bag on kide.app when signing up for the event! GOODIE BAG SALES END 19.5 

Sign up for the event here: https://kide.app/events/467ef5ca-db4e-451d-9002-84c5503389b7

Only one person per group signs up

The sitsit starts at 19.00 Finnish time and the Zoom link and song books will be sent to the email of the person that signed up. They can then share the song books with the rest of the group. The toast masters will explain more in the beginning of the sitsit.

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WHAT: ESN Vaasa’s Gala Zoom Sitsit Party
WHERE: Zoom (link is sent to the email of the person that signs up the group)
WHEN: Saturday 22.5. 19~22
COSTS: ABSOLUTELY NOTHING (for the ticket), goodiebag 5€ (members), 7€ non-members
YOU NEED: A table, something to eat, at least 1 shot and other drinks (or non-alcoholic options), your mobile phone, one computer with a web camera per group.
DRESS CODE: OVER THE TOP FANCY 

Because of the current COVID-19 restrictions, please gather together only with your closest friends.

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By organising this activity, the organisers want to contribute to the following Sustainable Development Goals
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Counter Stereotypes & Embrace Cultural Differences
Foster Intercultural Dialogue
Promotion of Participation in Student Mobility
Showcase Cultural Heritage
Social and Cultural Integration in Local Community
Support Language Learning
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