Today the freshmen from Helsinki University of
Technology gathered on the square in front of the Kamppi shopping center for a
special ceremony. Divided into guilds (faculties) they stood in line and sang
for charity.
This ceremony is part of the process of earning
the white hat with the black tassel that makes them fully accepted students. Every
year around the same time an event is organized by the older students in which
the freshmen have to do something for charity and at the same time prove their team
spirit. Each faculty is represented by a handful of freshmen. The faculties colors are shown through the flag and the overalls the students proudly wear.
This year the young students supported an
initiative that raises money for elderly people. One evening before Vappu (May
1st) all freshmen will finally receive their much sough-after hats.
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