Alumni forest

lab alumni forest 2025

The Alumni Forest event returns every May

You are warmly invited to plant your own tree seedling in honor of your degree – whether you graduated recently or many years ago.

The Alumni Forest event, designed by our hospitality management students, was held for the fourth time

As a climate action and a celebration of graduation, LAB donates a dedicated seedling to each graduate. This student-led tree‑planting event takes place every May. The idea is to leave a meaningful, rooted mark on the future and to celebrate the work put into completing your studies. In 2026, the event was organized for the fourth time, so the forest continues to grow and resonate.

In previous years, we’ve heard inspiring speeches from our rectors as well as greetings from student organizations. True to the spirit of the forest event, the day continues on campus with relaxed after‑activities, including outdoor games and a barbecue. LAB provides transportation to the event and the after‑party.

In the spring 2026 implementation, the campus after-party had some extra flavor in the form of an alumni sitz party. Greetings from the organizers:

After the forest event, it was time to return to student days and relive the best moments of student life one more time. The alumni sitz on campus are the official afterparty of the forest event.

The evening brought together alumni and current students around the same table for a relaxed get-together filled with networking, hot dogs, and good conversation in great company. During the night, we challenged students and teachers to the legendary game of beer pong, while the DJ kept the energy high throughout the evening with an engaging musical selection.

We hope to see you too at ne next next time – come celebrate fresh degrees and new beginnings in the springtime Lehmus Forest and campus afterparty, and bring a friend along!

Photo greetings from the forest event 2026

LAB alumni, You’re welcome to be part of this growing legacy

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Further information:

Hanna-Mari Karhinen
Lecturer
hanna-mari [dot] karhinenatlab [dot] fi