Hello, my name is Dasha, and I am 37 years old.

Fifteen years ago, I embarked on my first career path. Later, I took courses in a different field of specialization but eventually returned to my original profession. Overall, I have struggled to find a career where I feel comfortable and see potential for development and career growth. After I had a son, my role as a mother became my primary focus, and I didn't consider pursuing a career. However, when the pandemic caused the world to come to a halt, I found myself on an indefinite break. During this time, I had the opportunity to reflect on what I truly wanted from life. I came to the realization that the one thing I lacked in my life was achieving professional fulfillment. After noticing this gap in my life, I was determined to work towards achieving it.

At the last minute, I applied to Lapland University of Applied Sciences and, fortunately, got a place in the International Business group. As an adult student, my student life was different from the traditional life of a student because, in addition to studies, I also had other important responsibilities, such as raising my son, home loan, and work. Therefore, I highly appreciated the fact that Rovaniemi is such a compact city, and commuting from home to the university and work was time-efficient. The course schedule was well-planned, and I had ample time on weekdays to complete independent and group assignments. In addition to the main required courses, it was possible to take courses of interest (correlated with the main courses) and complete them online; this also helped me achieve a better balance between my studies, work, and personal life.

As a part of our curriculum, I along with other students organized a project. During this project, I came across a fantastic place for my practical training. This opportunity not only gave me a great start for my professional development but also helped me establish a few important connections. During my years of study, I developed important skills such as time management, organization, prioritization, and socializing.

I highly recommend Lapland University of Applied Sciences for those seeking to broaden their horizons and improve their lives. All individuals, regardless of age, religion, culture, gender, or social characteristics, are welcome there and will receive educational guidance and support.

Dasha
Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business
Alumni 2023