Meet the rector candidates

The event will also be available online. Watch the live stream on Zoom. To access the stream, you must sign in to Zoom using your university credentials.

The main language of the event is Finnish, but some parts may also be conducted in English. Automatic captions are available in Zoom in both Finnish and English. If you wish to use the captions, please ensure that you have installed the latest version of Zoom before the event.

Students and staff were invited to submit questions in advance by 11 October. The questions will be used in planning the panel discussion. When selecting topics for the panel, priority will be given to issues that are most relevant to the role and responsibilities of the rector.

The University of Oulu is currently recruiting a new rector. At this event, the rector candidates, selected by the Board of Directors of the University of Oulu from the open application process, will introduce themselves to the university community. Under the Finnish Universities Act, the rector is appointed by the board.

Read more:

News 30.9.2026: University of Oulu rector selection advances to interviews

News 22.9.2026: 19 applicants for the position of rector of the University of Oulu

News 27.8.2026: University Board opens applications for the position of Rector