teekkarit
Teekkarit, or teekkari in singular, is a term used in Finland to describe students studying engineering and technology, particularly at universities with technical faculties. The word also denotes a distinctive subculture and community that forms around engineering studies, student organizations, and related traditions.
The term has historical roots as a common self-designation among technology students and is closely linked
Cultural life within the teekkari community includes a range of events, projects, and rites. A prominent feature
Today, teekkari culture remains an active element of Finnish higher education, contributing to campus life and