Call for Registration: European University Alliance T4EU Innovation Agora

Registration is currently open for the Innovation Agora, which will take place during the Strategic Assembly meeting of the European University Alliance Transform4Europe (T4EU) on October 21–22 at Vytautas Magnus University (VMU) in Kaunas, Lithuania. The Strategic Assembly will also feature the T4EU Conference on Higher Education Transformations and the Global Partnerships Forum. The university community, as well as national and international partners, are encouraged to register for the Innovation Agora and present technological and non-technological innovations, initiatives, and to find partners for the further development of ideas.
The conference will focus on the same theme that underscores VMU’s presidency of the alliance this year: resilience, which has become critically important at both societal and individual levels. The conference will bring together leaders from academic institutions, experts, and students, as well as high-level European and Lithuanian politicians, global partners, business representatives, and other stakeholders. Resilience will be discussed in the contexts of digital and societal transformations, among others. Based on the insights from the conference, a strategic resilience policy document will be prepared.
Concurrently, the T4EU Innovation Agora will function as an open space for dialogue and collaboration, showcasing diverse resilience initiatives from across Europe. The organizers invite presentations in poster and interactive formats that highlight:
- Innovative educational practices and research findings;
- Innovations developed in collaboration with local and global partners (e.g., patents, prototypes, jointly developed technologies or solutions, etc.);
- Initiatives promoting resilience and solutions in well-being, governance, knowledge security, and digital transformations;
- Change-driven and impactful social initiatives from your institution.
Each T4EU partner is encouraged to nominate two strategic global partners or stakeholders to take part in this exchange. Participation in the T4EU Innovation Agora includes:
- A dedicated stand or booth space (table setup);
- Visibility during the main events attended by high-level guests, including government officials, EU representatives, academia, bisness & industistry, NGO;
- Poster exhibition or best-practice video showcase;
- On-request technical support (equipment availability to be discussed individually).
Up to 30 showcase spaces will be hosted within the main conference venue at VMU, ensuring high international visibility & matchmaking.
For registration and further information, please contact: kateryna.horiunova@vdu.lt.
For VMU Graduates – Last Chance to Apply for the Erasmus+ Traineeship Competition

VMU students graduating this semester are invited to take advantage of the final opportunity to apply for the Erasmus+ Traineeship Competition, which includes EU/EEA countries. Application documents can be submitted until May 31, 2025.
Main Features of the Erasmus+ Traineeship Competition
- The traineeship is available in all EU and EEA countries.
- The traineeship must be carried out within 12 months after graduation.
- The duration of the traineeship is from 2 to 4 months.
- Traineeship grant is provided to help cover travel and part of living expenses.
- This is a great opportunity to broaden your horizons, build international connections, and strengthen your professional path.
More information and selection criteria
Registration for inter-university elective study courses (modules) at Kaunas universities has started

Vytautas Magnus University (VMU), Kaunas University of Technology (KUT), Lithuanian University of Health Sciences (LUHS) and Lithuanian Sports University (LSU) continue cooperation for four years now and offer students to choose and study inter-university study modules at another university free of charge in the academic year 2025-2026.
The new modules will allow you to enrich your studies with new experiences, complete a course that is not directly related to your study programme, and study with students from another university. The newly acquired knowledge will help you expand your personal and professional competencies and provide you with additional career prospects.
You will study the optional course as an unclassified student and have the opportunity to submit it for recognition of the learning outcomes under your university’s internal procedures. Concluding an unclassified student’s contract and completing the study subject is free of charge.
Registration form. The registration deadline is 30 May 2025. Use your university email for the registration. The number of positions in the modules is limited.
List of courses. Before selecting a course, please read its description and consider in which semester (autumn or spring) it is taught. You can choose one course that corresponds to the cycle of your studies and is taught at another university.
VMU Study Department
Email: sd@vdu.lt
T4EU Welbeing: Intuition Imagination Innovation and Suicidology Conference

On 28-29 May 2025, Transform4Europe Alliance will organize T4EU Welbeing: Intuition Imagination Innovation and Suicidology Conference. This year’s theme is ‘Intervening with a suicidal person: what to do and what to avoid doing?’. Taking place over Zoom, the event will include not just numerous discussions from world renowned experts from the field of suicidology, but also a T4EU mental health workshop in the format of a group discussion. Those wishing to participate are invited to register.
The event is aimed at a wide audience, including students, professionals, academics and practitioners with an interest in suicidality and mental health within the Transform4Europe Alliance and beyond.
Why Join?
- Expert-Led Discussions: Gain insights from leading professionals in suicidology.
- Interactive Sessions: Engage in discussions and Q&A opportunities with speakers.
Intuition, Imagination and Innovation in Suicidology conference is an international annual conference organised by the Slovene Centre for Suicide Research (Andrej Marušič Institute, University of Primorska, Slovenia) in memory of the late Prof. Andrej Marušič (around the time of his birthday) to promote intuition, imagination and innovation in research and prevention of suicide and suicidal behaviour. This year’s special edition will see the conference organised as part of the T4EU effort to support mental health and university psychological counselling services.
During the last years, the conference has connected many people in the field of suicide research and prevention and will this further expand its mission within T4EU. The conference has developed into a platform for fruitful discussion between distinguished experts, interacting with young and perspective suicidologists or other eager professionals in the field.
The programme encompasses suicide research and clinical practice and covers theory, research, prevention and interventions in suicidology. The format allows speakers to present their expertise in depth while encouraging participants to contribute their perspectives. Challenges in both research and clinical settings are discussed in depth.
Students, professionals, scholars, practitioners or others interested in the topic of suicidal behaviours from different fields and different parts of the world are invited to attend the conference.
More detailed programme will be announced in the near future.
Programme
Registration
Opportunity for Youth to Join the “Erasmus+” Project “Celebrate!” in Norway

We’re sharing news about the opportunity to participate in the “Erasmus+” youth exchange project – “Celebrate!”, which will take place in Hamar, Norway, on June 9–18. Eligible participant age: 18–30 years.
The information package with all the necessary details about the project is available HERE.
Contacts for more information:
info@savanoriaikulturistai.lt
+37067165843
Apply Now: T4EU Transformation Lab Fair and Stakeholder Challenge for Students

Transform4Europe (T4EU) Alliance’s Environmental Transformation Lab (T-Lab) “Smart cities & regions” invites students of VMU and other alliance universities to participate in a three-day Fair on 2-4 June 2025 at the Sofia University St. Kliment Ohridski in Bulgaria. Registration deadline is 5 May.
The topic of the fair is “Climate Change and European Cities: Adaptation to Urban Heat Island Effect and Nature-Based Solutions”. During the event, students will get to know the activities of the T4EU Labs, participate in thematic discussions and workshop, in a geospatial research & technologies Fair, meet stakeholders & businesses and observe a stakeholder challenge for students.
More information
Registration
22nd Edition of the Catalogue of Internship and Volunteering Offers Released

We invite you to explore the 22nd edition of the Catalogue of Internship and Volunteering Offers Catalogue, published by the VMU Career Center. This edition is dedicated to all university students and features internship and volunteering opportunities offered by companies, government institutions, and non-governmental organizations. We hope everyone finds the perfect match!
Catalogue of Internship and Volunteering Offers No. 22 / April, 2025
The catalogue provides standardized information about each opportunity, including details about the company, institution, or organization offering the position, the title of the internship or volunteering role, and the requirements that prospective interns or volunteers must meet. Each listing specifies whether the activities can be combined with studies, the period during which interns or volunteers are accepted, positions available for students with special needs, and roles conducted in foreign languages, making them accessible to international students as well.
We hope this catalogue helps you find an internship or explore volunteering opportunities, paving your way into the job market!
Note: VMU Career Center is not responsible for the content of the opportunities listed in the catalogue. Companies and organizations independently determine the terms of internships and/or volunteering roles.
VMU Career Centre Invites You to the Informal Seminar Series “Towards Yourself’25: Business Starts with You”

Vytautas Magnus University (VMU) Career Centre invites students, alumni, and the entire university community to participate in the online meetings of the informal seminar series Towards Yourself ’25 in March and April and take advantage of the virtual CV Clinic.
This year’s theme, Business Starts with You, highlights that entrepreneurship is not just about starting your own company, nor is an entrepreneurial person solely a business owner. Entrepreneurship also means taking responsibility for your career, proactively shaping your career path, and presenting yourself effectively in the job market. It starts with skills that are valuable not only for launching a business but also for advancing in any career—such as the ability to sell your ideas, represent yourself well, and stand out from other candidates.
During the seminars, together with industry professionals, we will explore how to develop an entrepreneurial mindset, build a personal brand, and understand why it is essential to “sell” your competencies to employers. We will discuss self-confidence and ways to leverage your strengths to achieve professional or business goals. Entrepreneurship begins with telling yourself—Yes, I can! So let’s develop our entrepreneurial skills together in the Towards Yourself’25 seminar series!
Towards Yourself ’25: Business Starts with You Program:
MARCH 19, 2 PM | SCANNING OPPORTUNITIES: VMU ALUMNI ON STARTUPS & ENTREPRENEURSHIP

As the topic of entrepreneurship is closely connected to our international graduates, VMU alumni and the International Cooperation Department are joining Towards Yourself’25, the Career Centre’s event series, by offering students and graduates an online meeting with international alumni. This discussion will cover topics such as entrepreneurship, starting a business, launching startups, and insights into career paths after graduation.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Meet the Speakers:
Hüseyin Oğrak from Turkey. Alumnus of the Marketing and International Commerce Master’s programme (2019). Currently, he works as the Head of PPC at Hostinger.
“I will share insights about Hostinger Horizons, an AI-powered platform that helps entrepreneurs, creators, students, and academics build a strong online presence and create web apps. With easy-to-use features and simple hosting, Hostinger Horizons allows you to quickly build personal blogs, online stores, or research platforms—so you can focus on your ideas and projects without the technical hassle.”
Aaron Thomas from India. Master’s graduate from VMU in Molecular Biology with Biotechnology (2024).
“I am currently launching a startup in Lithuania focused on sustainability and waste tech, leveraging AI-driven solutions. My goal is to make a meaningful impact in the region by addressing waste management challenges in an innovative way while fostering strong Lithuanian collaboration. I would love the opportunity to present my idea at VMU to raise seed funding for my startup and explore ways to give back to the university. I believe this could help strengthen collaboration between students, faculty, and the broader Lithuanian innovation ecosystem.”
Lakshya Dave from India. Alumnus of the Applied English Linguistics MA programme (2022), specializing in the Fintech and Web3 sectors. He is a strong advocate for leveraging AI to drive innovation while considering its potential risks.
Currently, he works as the Senior Marketing Manager at CapitalBox, where he focuses on driving growth through strategic affiliate partnerships, optimizing paid channels (Google, Bing, Meta), and refining social media strategies for organic lead acquisition. “My world revolves around finance, fintech marketing, securities and exchange, and renewable energy infrastructure. I would be happy to share my experience with the VMU community.”
Why Attend?
You will learn from their experiences about entrepreneurship, the right mindset, launching startups, and practical steps to start or grow your business. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and explore career possibilities!
MARCH 27, 3:30 PM | ESTABLISHMENT OF SMALL AND MICRO BUSINESSES IN LITHUANIA

The seminar, led by iFuture Investments financial consultant Paulius Naudžiūnas, will cover various independent business structures, comparing the individual activity certificate, business certificate, and small partnership models. Participants will learn about the key differences, advantages, and considerations of each form to determine the most suitable option for their needs. With 1.5 years of experience helping people navigate the Lithuanian financial system and improve their financial well-being, the lecturer will provide valuable insights into creating financial security through the right business model.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
APRIL 3, 3:30 PM | HOW TO BOOST YOUR CAREER THROUGH LINKEDIN

Led by Valeria Burlachenko, Head of a Recruitment Department and VMU alumna, this seminar will explore the power of LinkedIn in career advancement. Participants will learn about the importance of personal branding, how to create a strong LinkedIn presence, and practical tips for job searching. The session will also cover career development strategies across different fields and the role of self-assessment in finding the right job. With extensive experience in HR and a passion for helping people land their dream jobs, the lecturer will provide valuable insights and actionable advice for building a successful career through LinkedIn.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
CV Clinic – Perfecting Your Resume
In March and April, university students and alumni will also have the opportunity to participate in the virtual CV Clinic. This service allows you to consult with a career professional to review your CV, receive feedback, gain valuable insights, and get tips on how to tailor your resume to meet all the necessary requirements. Want to get expert advice? You can send your CV via email to: cv@vdu.lt.
List of Summer Schools 2025

Explore the list of summers schools for 2025.
Dongguk International Summer School 2025
Dongguk International Summer School 2025 will take place from June 23 to July 18, 2025. This year, we are proud to offer 14 themed courses that reflect Dongguk’s academic strengths across a variety of disciplines, including film/media, culture, Buddhist studies, criminal justice, language, business, and more.
Why Dongguk International Summer School?
- Best Location: Situated in the heart of Seoul, our campus is conveniently accessible with two metro stations nearby, making it easy to explore the city.
- Affordable Courses: Students can select courses based on credit hours rather than committing to a fixed-fee program, offering flexibility and affordability.
- Themed Courses Aligned with DU’s Strengths: Our summer courses focus on Dongguk University’s academic strengths, offering specialized themes rather than a broad range of generic options.
- Medium Program Size: To ensure program quality, we aim for a medium-sized cohort, ensuring personalized attention and an engaging learning environment
Courses Newly featured in 2025:
- Consumer Psychology in the Korean Wave (Hallyu)
- Buddhism and Contemporary World
- Comparative Criminal Justice : Theoretical Perspectives
- Comparative Criminal Justice : System and Field
Partner University discount: Students from DU’s partner university will get up to 50% tuition off based on our exchange records. For more information about the details on fees, please refer to the brochure in attached or feel free to contact us.
Application Deadline: May 23, 2025
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Kyung Hee University’s International Summer Program 2025
2025 Global Collaborative (GC) Summer Program at Kyung Hee University in Seoul, South Korea, is a one-month academic experience that brings together renowned scholars, professionals, and students from around the world.
Under this year’s theme, “Transformative Challenges and Our Common Hope”, participants will engage in English-taught courses, cultural activities, and academic discussions designed to expand their global perspectives.
Why should your students attend?
- Learn from world-renowned scholars & professionals
- Immerse in Korean culture through Korean Culture Week (optional event)
- Connect with global peers and expand their networks
- Experience vibrant Seoul while staying in university dormitories
- Exclusive Benefit for your University: As a valued partner institution, students from your university are eligible for a tuition discount!
Registration deadline: June 10, 2025
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University of Donja Gorica summer school 2025
University of Donja Gorica is launching its global summer school “The History of the Future”. School is another innovation within the UDG and aims to gather group of 25 globally oriented and open-minded students. Theme for 2025 is Culture and Innovation.
School is free of charge including tuition fee, accommodation, meals and research excursions.
Application deadline: May 20, 2025
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Kansai Gaidai Summer Online Japanese Program 2025
Kansai Gaidai summer program creates an exciting and valuable intercultural learning environment where students will feel as if they are physically present in Japan.
Why not discover the Kansai Gaidai Summer program and learn more about how we can help you deepen your knowledge of Japan and the Japanese language.
Application Deadline: April 30, 2025
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SNU International Summer Program (ISP) 2025
SNU International Summer Program (ISP) 2025 is a unique opportunity for students to immerse themselves in the vibrant culture of Seoul while studying at Korea’s top university. This five-week program, running from June 23, 2025, offers an enriching academic experience combined with exciting cultural activities.
Why Join the SNU International Summer Program?
- Learn from Esteemed Faculty – Earn credits in diverse courses across disciplines.
- Experience Life in Seoul – Explore Korea’s dynamic capital and its rich heritage.
- Make Lifelong Connections – Meet students from around the world and build international friendships.
- Enjoy Weekly Field Trips – Discover Korea’s history, traditions, and modern attractions (optional).
- Scholarship Opportunities – Various funding options available for eligible students.
- Early Bird Discount Available! Students who apply before April 6 can benefit from a special discount.
Deadline to pay the fees: May 6
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Universite Cote d’Azur summer school 2025
Universite Cote d’Azur Graduate School of Economics and Management organizes a summer school for students from all over the world.
From July 12 to August 2, 2025, for almost 1 month, participants will :
- Discover Nice and the surrounding region
- Immerse themselves in the local culture
- Improve their French thanks to language courses organized by the Alliance Française Nice Côte d’Azur
- Take part in business and management courses/conferences
- 5 ECTS
Our all-inclusive package also includes accommodation and transfers to and from Nice Côte d’Azur airport.
Registration is open until May 1, 2025. To find out how to apply, go to our website.
Kangwon National University Summer Program 2025
Kangwon National University is running the ‘KNU Summer Program’ which is operated as a two-credit seasonal class. This program is only for undergraduate students who are from partner universities interested in the Korean language and culture.
Program overview:
- Application Deadline: March – May (first come, first served)
- Program period: July 22 – August 4, 2025
- Benefits: Issuance of university transcript with 2 university credits
- Eligibility
– Currently enrolled in a KNU partner university undergraduate program
– Proficient in English and interested in Korean language and culture
- Program fee: $700 per student from partner university (35% discount)
- Activities: Korean language class, special lectures, cultural exchanges such as Taekwondo, Hanbok experience, Seoul trip, water activities, temple stay, cooking Korean food, etc.
The program fee covers two weeks of activities, accommodation, weekday meals and travel insurance, aside from a round trip airfare.
All classes during the two weeks are conducted in English.
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SWU Online Japanese Language Program 2025
Showa Women’s University (SWU) has a reputation for offering an excellent communication-based Japanese language program for non-degree study abroad students. SWU launched a new short-term ONLINE language program for those who want to enhance their Japanese proficiency without traveling to Japan. This program also helps those planning to study abroad in Japan to get ready for their academic life before actually studying abroad. Period: July 7 – August 6, 2025.
Application deadline: April 30, 2025
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Riga Technical University’s Summer Schools 2025
Riga Technical University has more than 20 years of experience in organizing summer/winter schools and all sorts of short-term courses, offering students an exceptional opportunity to combine academic excellence with enriching extracurricular activities.
Summer Schools 2025:
1. Urban Drone Dynamics: Mastering Civil Delivery, Detection, and Control
28 July – 8 August 2025 (EUR 1000) Scholarships available!
2. English Language Immersion Bootcamp: Speak, Write and Connect
4 – 22 August 2025 (EUR 750)
3. Soft Skills for Deep Tech. Hackathon (BIP based) *
6 – 15 August 2025 (EUR 700)
* from 06.08 until 08.08 summer school will be held online, and from 11.08 until 15.08.2025 it will take in Riga, RTU Campus.
4. Destination-Latvia! Nature and Adventure for Curious Minds (BIP based) *
13 – 22 August 2025 (EUR 300)
* from 13.08 until 15.08 summer school will be held online, and from 18.08 until 22.08.2025 it will take in Riga, RTU Campus.
Besides studies, students will enjoy guided city and nature tours, providing an immersive experience of Riga’s and Latvia’s vibrant heritage.
Intercultural communication, and team-building activities will equip students with essential soft skills and will create opportunities for networking and recreation.
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University Jean Monnet of Saint-Etienne Summer School 2025
University Jean Monnet of Saint-Etienne organises a comprehensive program of 40 to 80 hours (20 hours a week) and an outstanding cultural experience in the heart of the St. Etienne region from 23rd June to 18th July 2025.
- Face-to-face courses in French as a foreign language (18 hours a week): Communicative, active and hands-on teaching approach using role-play, authentic documents, etc.
- Each week of class revolves around a core theme. A few examples: media and communication, French history and heritage, science and technology, architecture and the city, French gastronomy, nature and the environment, and finally arts and culture.
- Weekly teaching project (2 hours a week): prepared in the multi-media resource center and presented at the end of the week. Enhancement of written and oral comprehension and expression skills.
- Socio-cultural activities: Touristic excursions through the Rhône-Alpes region, museum visits, sports tournaments, cultural evenings, games and competitions, nautical activities on the Loire River, etc.
Application deadline: May 12, 2025
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Masaryk University Summer Schools 2025
See, feel, taste, and listen to all Brno has to offer – immerse yourself both in classes and social life and come back home a new you after the busy and intense 2–10 weeks full of fun and learning. It’s not called summer ‘school’ just like that – choose the topic that suits you most, earn yourself some precious extra credits and get skills and experience that will do wonders to your CV or resumé.
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University of Angers Summer Schools 2025
International Summer Schools at the University of Angers offer the opportunity to develop academic skills in a great environment. Each course includes lectures, workshops, applied visits and an attractive social programme.
The benefits of Summer Schools:
- Focus on research and practice
- Lectures by international researchers
- A certificate of attendance of 3 ECTS will be delivered
- A chance to meet students from all over the world
- A unique opportunity to discover France and Angers, a human-scale city in the Loire Valley
Application deadline: April 13, 2025
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CUNEF Universidad Summer School of AI 2025
The Summer Artificial Intelligence Program is designed for students eager to immerse themselves in the world of AI. The program will take place over three weeks, from June 30th to July 18th, and provides an excellent opportunity to learn from experts, work on cutting-edge projects, and network with peers.
Program Highlights:
- Dates: June 30th to July 18th (3 weeks).
- Classes: morning sessions focusing on AI theory and practical applications.
- Company visits: each week, students will visit a company related to the course. These visits are mandatory as they complement the course content.
- Cultural activities: on weekends, we’ll offer optional cultural activities such as museum visits and city tours to explore the local area.
- Tuition fees: 1800€ (10% reduction for students from partner universities)
- Accommodation: we offer single rooms with air conditioning and breakfast included, located in a residence directly across from the School of Engineering. Students are welcome to book their own accommodations if preferred.
Application deadline: May 15, 2025
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Antwerp Summer University 2025
Antwerp Summer University offers intensive, short-term academic programmes during the summer months within the areas of excellence of the University of Antwerp and its partners.
Explore our 23 summer school programmes across diverse disciplines, including Medicine & Health Sciences, Arts & Humanities, Sciences, Law, Business & Economics, Design Sciences, and Development Studies. Running between June and September 2025, these 1- to 2-week programmes offer unique opportunities to deepen your knowledge, gain hands-on experience, and network with international experts.
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Students Invited to First Festival of European Culture and Languages in Italy

On 7-11 July, The Transform4Europe Alliance invites VMU BA, MA, and PhD students to attend the Blended Intensive Program (BIP) “First Festival of European Culture and Languages. Tourism and Heritage from the Border” which will take place in Trieste, Italy.
Application submission deadline is 15 June.
The festival will critically examine tourism, European cultural heritage, border regions’ identities and other issues. For this purpose, Trieste, a city deeply influenced by its border identity, was chosen as a case study. Participants will explore the city as “cruisers,” much like the hundreds of tourists arriving daily, but with a critical perspective. Through guided explorations and discussions, they will analyze what is made visible in heritage narratives and what remains hidden, uncovering the contested and layered nature of urban identity.
Designed as a Blended Intensive Program (BIP), the festival moves beyond traditional lecture-based formats, encouraging students to engage actively in interdisciplinary and performative restitutions of their findings. The goal is to challenge conventional representations of heritage and promote a deeper, more nuanced understanding of how history and identity are constructed, particularly in border regions.
3 ECTS credits are granted upon completion of the program.
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Application submission