Hannu-Matti Järvinen’s Farewell Lecture: Ihmisen tekniikka vai tekniikan ihminen – June 12, 2026
Professor Järvinen has been a key figure in the development of Finnish university education in computer science. Over the course of his career, thousands of students have passed through his teaching, supervision, and the educational practices he has developed, progressing into working life as experts in software engineering, information technology, and the broader field of technology. He has contributed to education during a period in which computer science has evolved from a specialized discipline into an integral part of society and nearly all professional fields.
Järvinen has been awarded the SEFI Fellow title by the European Society for Engineering Education (SEFI) in recognition of his long-term contributions to engineering education. In addition to his university career, he has been actively involved in societal engagement, including serving as a member of the Scientific Advisory Board for Defence (MATINE) and as a member and chair of the Council of Academic Engineers and Architects in Finland (TEK).
After the event, the audience is warmly invited to celebrate Hannu-Matti’s career over coffee and cake at the TEK Lounge in Kampusareena starting at approximately 16:20.
We kindly ask participants to register for the farewell lecture to ensure sufficient catering
15:00–15:05 Opening of the event, Senior University Lecturer Terhi Kilamo
15:05–15:10 Greeting from Tampere University, Rector Keijo Hämäläinen
15:10–15:15 Greeting from the Faculty of Information Technology and Communication Sciences, Dean Jyrki Vuorinen
15:15–15:20 Introduction of Professor Hannu-Matti Järvinen, Professor Timo Hämäläinen
15:20–16:20 “Human Technology or the Human of Technology”, Professor Hannu-Matti Järvinen (lecture in Finnish)
Floral tributes and greetings
16:20–17:20 Transition to TEK Lounge, additional greetings and coffee service
We kindly ask the audience to register for the farewell lecture via the Forms link to ensure sufficient catering.
