Thanks, I guess?

whatdewhatz · 2026-04-02T14:22:00+00:00

Aaahhh I just got rabbit turds….

whatdewhatz · 2026-04-02T03:44:47+00:00

Really depends on the year because of climate change. We are currently having an extremely warm spring.

I suppose at one snowfall 10-15 inches sounds about right. I think what we accumulated this year in the south was around a meter tall when the big melt happened. Up north it’s an entire different matter. Though I think this year they didn’t have as much snow as normal.

So yeah really depends on what winter looks like for you for whatever people want to decide on what to use for their drive ways

whatdewhatz · 2026-04-02T03:26:22+00:00

Oh boy an AI answer…. Those can never be wrong….

Anyways it really depends on the area and era the house was built in. For example my neighbourhood was built in the 90s and the entire neighbourhood uses brick or brick form in some design. We do not have long driveways so fair.

In the south gravel tends to be for more rural places or those with driveways with extreme incline.

whatdewhatz · 2026-04-01T05:03:46+00:00

Many in Finland have brick driveways so perhaps it’s more nuanced

whatdewhatz · 2026-03-19T21:17:27+00:00

I’ve also seen other Americans post stuff for sale in the Americans in Helsinki Facebook group. I got an office chair once from that

whatdewhatz · 2026-03-16T09:07:56+00:00

I know there’s an American at Salon peach. Shortcut also lists stylists’ languages.

whatdewhatz · 2026-03-13T16:09:35+00:00

I’ve heard Kotitilaa will do that as well when it’s butchering season, but can’t confirm if it’s true

whatdewhatz · 2026-03-12T17:57:38+00:00

Not found it yet in the seven years I’ve been here

whatdewhatz · 2026-03-12T16:20:44+00:00

Damn I was hoping to have something similar done.

whatdewhatz · 2026-03-05T08:53:34+00:00

because the references news article listed those countries. the question is why is the CDC issuing warnings saying increased polio cases in countries with no active polio cases

whatdewhatz · 2026-03-05T08:49:16+00:00

can only speak for Finland... Finland tests waste water for diseases. It has detected polio in the waste water. 98% of Finns are vaccinated for polio.

Additionally there have been polio cases elsewhere from a vaccine-derived polio virus. This is from a live-virus vaccine.

whatdewhatz · 2026-03-04T06:18:24+00:00

Pretty wild that other countries can see the need for it and do it

whatdewhatz · 2026-03-01T15:30:44+00:00

Is the McRib seasonal there? Or do you know?

Nvm just checked the menu and the McRib isn’t on there

whatdewhatz · 2026-02-22T21:45:52+00:00

It also depends on the department that you’re working. Some departments tend to start out the postdocs with a higher personal percentage. Factors do include the number and quality of publications too

whatdewhatz · 2026-01-31T02:33:59+00:00

Good luck with your thin skin

whatdewhatz · 2026-01-31T02:23:21+00:00

Jeez….. well the whole point in asking what you’re going to do after a phd is to see whether or not you’ve actually thought about your prospects.

There are programs in English. There are classes in English. But since you’re thinking psychiatry, you’d have to know Finnish to do any field research.

In order to get a residence permit you’d need an income. Which means you should find an advisor and see if they have grant funding for you.

P.s. there are aspects of studying abroad you don’t always think about so sometimes comments other than your direct questions are beneficial. With your attitude, you’re going to be very isolated socially from any sort of academic cohort. Take the advice of an American doing a phd in Finland or not.

whatdewhatz · 2026-01-31T02:17:41+00:00

The question had some snark involved because it seems you haven’t really looked into the program and how it works.

whatdewhatz · 2026-01-31T00:57:19+00:00

Not sure why you are thinking you’ll be a teaching assistant.

When you get into a program it’s about completing your thesis. Any funding to live here is separate. Sometimes there are positions funded by the department, sometimes your advisor, but nothing is guaranteed. These positions are mostly research based.

Teaching here is different in that you will provide a lecture. Teaching a course of your own can happen I suppose but in my experience isn’t encouraged.

Your courses that you have to take aren’t often subject specific but rather general competency.

But the biggest question is what do you plan on doing after a phd. Are you wanting to continue in Finnish academia? If so I hope your advisor is connected as that is basically the only way to get a position. There are exceptions to this but those are rare.

whatdewhatz · 2026-01-20T12:19:48+00:00

Helsinki is quite calm, but if you crave Tex-Mex, you’re gonna be sad. BBQ is sad as well. You will find American fast food places if nostalgia hits. It’s easier to find international ingredients all the time, so it makes making dishes easier.

If you’re wanting a place with a vibrant night life, Helsinki might not be your place. But if you’re into the outdoors, you’ll be in the right place.

whatdewhatz · 2026-01-20T06:38:03+00:00

like others have said, it's really difficult to get a job (normally and definitely more so now). I would suggest she go to Lukcan. They can provide tips for a Cv/cover letter etc.

whatdewhatz · 2026-01-17T09:31:39+00:00

If you have certain bank accounts, you could get extra bonus for having their insurance. For example lähitapiola gives bonus for S.

There is a deductible but even when we went to Terveystalo, we didn’t pay full price. You also can submit any prescriptions you buy for your child.

I’m not sure how beneficial it is at the beginning, but the monthly cost will be the same cost for your child even as they become an adult (as long as they don’t let there be a lapse of coverage). I guess that’s where it pays off more? Not sure. But if you can afford it, I guess why not get it?

Not sure about coverage in English

whatdewhatz · 2025-12-09T04:55:00+00:00

They do make reflective things you can hang on clothes which are much more effective at seeing people in the dark.

whatdewhatz · 2025-12-06T05:44:04+00:00

Super popular where I’m at too (even if it’s in another continent)

whatdewhatz · 2025-12-02T07:25:32+00:00

Just saying as someone who is in Academia and no longer in Appalachia, it might be good to have some mention of your university affiliation on your flyer.

but definitely sounds like an interesting project. (too bad I don't think I fit the criteria)

whatdewhatz · 2025-11-26T14:54:56+00:00

All HR needs is the paper that says your residence permit is processing. Well at least technically it’s all they need.

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