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Finlandia University

School Overview:

School Notes:

• The Finlandia campus is in the heart of Northern Michigan's beautiful Keweenaw Peninsula. This rugged finger of land jutting out into the deep blue waters of Lake Superior affords a bounty of recreational activities that appeal to a vast number of interests. Comprised of a mixture of historic architecture and modern facilities, the Finlandia campus provides a mixture of comfort and aesthetic appeal. Nestled in the hills surrounding Portage Lake, an inspiring vista can be enjoyed from many locations on campus, especially the student residence. The campus' small size, comparable to an average city block, offers convenience, while its closeness to downtown Hancock provides diversity for the student's lifestyle.
• Finlandia was founded in 1896 as Suomi College by Finnish immigrants, but its heritage extends hundreds of years before that. The Finns developed an attitude of "sisu" or persistence and determination during the early years of their country's formation. They brought sisu with them to help them thrive in a new land. It was with this steadfast attitude that Finlandia University was established.
• Athletics are a major component of student life at Finlandia University. Our students have the opportunity to participate and share in the excitement of 13 varsity intercollegiate sports. Finlandia offers athletic programming for females in basketball, cross country running, ice hockey, Nordic Skiing, soccer, softball, and volleyball. For males, Finlandia sponsors baseball, basketball, cross country running, ice hockey, Nordic Skiing, and soccer.
• Profile last updated: 10/01/2009.

In the News:

• Sports Column: Travel another part of student athlete life (Exponent)
  posted on March 11, 2010 at 04:30:51 am
  I think it is fair to say that when most people think of Division III college athletics they do not think about the challenging travel requirements. I know that Division I athletes do have some tough travel, but take into account that, for the high level schools, they fly and often get to a [...]
• Isle Royale Park HQ ponders move (The Daily Mining Gazette)
  posted on March 2, 2010 at 03:29:07 pm
  HANCOCK - The National Park Service is considering moving the Isle Royale National Park headquarters from Houghton, and where it might go was a topic of discussion during a joint meeting of the Houghton and Hancock city councils Monday night.
• Getting a handle on the past (The Daily Mining Gazette)
  posted on February 22, 2010 at 03:47:17 pm
  HANCOCK - Kent Randell has a strong Copper Country connection, so when he had an opportunity to get a job at Finlandia University, he enthusiastically applied for it. Randell is the new archivist at the Finlandia University Finnish American Heritage Center, which is allowing him to make a living working at things he really enjoys; archiving, Finnish studies and genealogy.
• Tonight On TV6 Wednesday (WLUC Marquette)
  posted on February 17, 2010 at 07:19:39 pm
  Here's a look at what we're working on for tonight's news.
• By Paul Peterson - For the Gazette (The Daily Mining Gazette)
  posted on February 17, 2010 at 04:04:02 pm
  HANCOCK - Finlandia University women's basketball coach Curtis Wittenberg has trouble understanding why St. Norbert College isn't rated in Division III Top 20 circles.

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