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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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T4EU Webinars on Science Communication for Students and Staff

The Transform4Europe Alliance invites students, researchers and faculty members across the alliance to apply for two science communication workshops (webinars) that aim to enhance their science communication skills.

On Thursday 10 April, 10 a.m.–12 p.m. (Lithuania time), webinar Research Data Sharing as Part of Open Science Communication will be held. This workshop explores effective research data sharing, covering repositories, visibility strategies, and ethical considerations. Participants will learn FAIR data principles, licensing, and compliance to maximize transparency, accessibility, and impact, ensuring their research contributes meaningfully to Open Science and diverse audiences. The trainer of the webinar will be Assist. Prof. Ana Slavec from the University of Primorska.

On Tuesday 22 April, 10 a.m.–12 p.m. (Lithuania time), webinar Effective Science Communication with Social Media will offer tips and tricks for effective and creative communication on social media. This workshop will discuss practical ways to create engaging and accessible science communication. All experience levels are welcome. The webinar’s trainers will be Karin Marinič, Digital Communications Editor (University of Primorska) and Amy Simmons, Assistant Researcher (University of Primorska) and Professional Associate for Public Relations (InnoRenew CoE).

The link to the seminars will be provided to the participants after registration.

Apply Now: T4EU Sustainable Heritage Student Competition

Vytautas Magnus University invites students of all levels to participate in the first Sustainable Heritage competition of the European University Alliance Transform4Europe. This is a unique opportunity to join an international team of students from other Alliance universities.

The event will take place in Trieste, from July 7 to 11, 2025. The competition’s theme is environmental heritage and generations. The competition is part of the “Blended Intensive Program” (BIP).

Applications are accepted until April 12, 2025 by email at transform4europe@vdu.lt.

Application Procedure

Participants are invited to submit a short project idea (a 300-word text or a 3-minute video/poster) that aligns with the competition’s theme and demonstrates your creative and analytical thinking.

Project proposals should focus on one or more of the following areas:

  • Environmental heritage – atmospheric, climatic, and landscape aspects;
  • Intergenerational storytelling – collecting and preserving narratives and stories;
  • Citizen science – community involvement in data collection and awareness;
  • Communication about climate change – creative tools to communicate the impact of climate change;
  • Sustainable solutions – ecological, adaptable, and locally implementable solutions;
  • Cultural heritage preservation – tangible and intangible aspects.

Projects should be relevant locally but also adaptable in other similar contexts.

The winning group will be awarded a monetary prize of €2,000 and the opportunity to refine or implement the project, with the assistance of mentors from the Bora Museum (Italy).

Timeline:

  • Application deadline: 12 April 2025 (VMU internal deadline)
  • Online phase: May–June 2025
  • On-site activities in Trieste: 7–11 July 2025
  • Travel days: 6 & 12 July 2025

For additional information, please contact Kateryna Horiunova by email at kateryna.horiunova@vdu.lt.

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Alumni Talk Vol.2: Finding Work in Lithuania: How Much Does Language Matter?

The VMU International Cooperation Department invites you to an alumni talk on: Finding Work in Lithuania: How Much Does Language Matter?   

Join us for two online sessions via MS Teams on April 1 and April 3, where you will have the chance to meet six VMU alumni who are working both in Lithuania and abroad.

They will share valuable insights on securing internships, overcoming language barriers, effective job search strategies, and how to successfully land a job as an international student or graduate.

April 3 (Thursday), 13:30–14:30 – Talk with alumni from Sign On Tab, FloHealth, and a learning service specialist.

Meet the speakers

Ema Lev, from Bulgaria, graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in the program Society, Culture, and Communication in 2022. She will talk about her internships during her studies and her job search after graduation. She secured an internship at Telesoftas and later transitioned into a full-time position as a Copywriter. Nowadays, she works as a Learning Service Specialist (also known as a trainer), onboarding new hires at a service company and upskilling them as necessary for different projects. Ema says: “I work with people from various cultures and backgrounds, which is why I definitely understand the importance of language when it comes to job search.”

Ema has always been active and eager to share and contribute to the VMU community. She has already shared her tips with current international students, aimed at empowering others to take advantage of student opportunities for growth and to build a solid foundation for future employment.

Rakshana Alexander, originally from India, graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Biotechnology from VMU in 2022. Rakshana has been working as a Sales Development Representative at Sign On Tab since July 2023. Before that, she gained experience at the Center for Physical Sciences and Technology, AbBaltis, Biomapas, and Genie Biotech.

Before, Rakshana shared her job-search tips with graduates and students in this short article.

Tetiana Abramtsova, from Ukraine, graduated in 2024 from the Bachelor’s programme in International Politics and Development Studies. In March 2024, Tetiana launched the Utopia Club Podcast. Recently, Tetiana joined the team at FloHealth as an Accounts Payable Accountant.

Tetiana has remained actively involved in VMU life even after graduation, contributing to student and alumni activities. For example, she shared her experience and insights during the Alumni Day discussion in 2024 titled “Liberal Arts: Navigating Careers, Personal Growth, and the AI Era,” where she spoke about her experience during COVID, the podcast launch, and other challenges that shaped her personality.

It’s a great opportunity to network, gain insights, and receive advice.

REGISTER HERE

The first edition of the event is scheduled for April 1. Learn more here.

Alumni Talk Vol.1: Finding Work in Lithuania: How Much Does Language Matter?

The VMU International Cooperation Department invites you to an alumni talk on: Finding Work in Lithuania: How Much Does Language Matter?     

Join us for two online events via MS Teams on April 1 and April 3 to meet six VMU alumni working in Lithuania and abroad.

They’ll share insights on finding internships, overcoming language barriers, job search strategies, and how to secure a job as an international student or graduate.

April 1 (Tuesday), 15:00–16:00 – Talk with alumni from a language school in Kaunas, Oxylabs, and Guidehouse.

Meet the speakers

Minaya Huseynova, originally from Azerbaijan, graduated in 2024 with a Master’s degree in Education Management. Since then, she has been working as an English teacher at Intellectus Language School in Kaunas and recently joined Queen Marta’s International School as a part-time teacher. In her talk, Minaya will share her job search journey, her approach to language learning, and key insights from her current roles. Alongside her teaching work, she’s also volunteering remotely as an HR Assistant with the NGO Arcadia.

Jemima Rodrigues, from India, graduated in 2022 with a Bachelor’s degree in International Politics and Development Studies, and in 2024, she completed a double Master’s degree in Marketing and International Commerce from Louvain-la-Neuve, Belgium, and Vytautas Magnus University, Lithuania. She is currently working in Strategic Partnerships at Oxylabs.io, where she drives data-driven outbound campaigns and builds strong client relationships. Previously, she worked as a Lead Research Specialist at Whatagraph, focusing on quality assurance in lead generation and delivering impactful insights for B2B growth. At the event, she will share what helped her secure internships and full-time jobs, along with insights from her experience.

Vasil Treska, from Albania, graduated in 2022 from the Bachelor’s program in World Politics and Economy. During his studies, Vasil completed internships at the Kaunas Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Crafts, the Center for Security Analyses and Prevention, and Vision Factory. He worked as a Customer Support Specialist and later as a Senior Customer Support Agent at Planas Huliganas. Currently, he works at Guidehouse as a Lead Analyst in the Anti-Money Laundering field. He will share insights on the importance of gaining experience during studies, job-search tips, and his current role, including what it’s like to work in an international team.

It’s a great opportunity to network, gain insights, and receive advice.

REGISTER HERE

The next edition of the event will be on April 3rd. Learn more here.

New Career Centre Coordinator to Support International Students at VMU

The VMU Career Centre is pleased to welcome Greta Šmaižytė, our new Chief Coordinator, who will be providing dedicated support to international students. Understanding the challenges that come with studying in a new country, Greta specializes in career counseling for international students and is ready to assist with job search strategies, CV and motivation letter reviews, interview preparation, and overall career planning.

“Balancing a new culture, studies, and your career can be challenging, especially in unfamiliar environments – but you don’t have to do it alone! VMU Career Centre and I can support you with career consultations, CV reviews, job search strategies, and more. My main focus is career counseling for international students, so book a session and let’s meet!” – says Greta.

How Can the VMU Career Centre Help You?

The VMU Career Centre provides a variety of services designed to help students transition from university to the job market. International students often face additional challenges, such as adapting to a new work environment, understanding local job market expectations, and building a professional network. The Career Centre is here to support you in every step of the process.

Our services include:

  • Individual career consultations – Receive personalized advice on job searching, CV and cover letter writing, and interview techniques.
  • Internship and job opportunities – Explore career options and connect with employers through our partnerships.
  • Workshops and events – Learn from industry professionals and gain insights into different career paths.
  • Career mentoring – Connect with experienced professionals who can offer guidance and career advice.

Book a Consultation

If you are an international student at VMU and need assistance with your career path, we encourage you to take advantage of the resources available at the Career Centre. Greta is available for one-on-one consultations in English, ensuring that language is not a barrier to receiving support.

Visit us: VMU Career Centre, K. Donelaičio St. 52-108, Kaunas
Contact us: greta.smaizyte@vdu.lt or career@vdu.lt

No matter where you are in your career journey, the VMU Career Centre is here to help. Book a consultation and take the next step toward achieving your professional goals.

Open Call for T4EU Student Initiatives

The Transform4Europe Alliance (T4EU) invites students from VMU and other T4EU universities to join up into teams and create initiatives that will improve collaboration, cooperation, and sustainability of T4EU, as well as benefit general well-being on the university level. International teams made up of at least 5 students each from three different T4EU universities will be competing with their ideas to receive funding for their project.

To apply, students must fill out the questionnaire and answer a series of questions by 1 July 2025.

Initiatives will be supported in the form of a project with a clear start and end date and budget. Each initiative must positively impact the interconnectivity of the Alliance and improve mutual understanding and cooperation. They should address students with an aim to improve the affiliation and the feeling of belonging to one common transnational campus.

Students will be able to share their ideas on the WhatsApp group. The platform will connect students from different universities who do not know each other yet and allow the cooperation to begin. Moreover, platforms such as ClickUp, Trello or Slack offer valuable tools to improve coordination and workflow and make project management easier.

In addition, students who are going to attend the T4EU Weeks, summer courses, and other T4EU events will have the opportunity to discuss, brainstorm, and work out ideas for their initiatives in person.

Initiatives should address environmental aspects, inclusiveness and diversity, sustainability and/or wellbeing. Each initiative can receive up to €2,500 of funding for one year from a total sum of €10,000 per year. In the case of funds being left, they will be distributed among the selected initiatives based on needs.

The budget must be justified within the application, with a detailed explanation of how the funds will be allocated and for what purpose.

The funds will cover direct costs needed to implement the initiative, costs related to event organisation as well as travel and accommodation, and any other direct costs related to the implementation of the action.

More information

Registration for the Freedom to Create 2025 Conference

VMU invites you to participate in a student conference “Freedom to Create” which will be held on May 9th, 2025. The conference is dedicated to the 150th anniversary of the birth of the most famous Lithuanian artist and composer, Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis (1875-1910).

The conference will take place at the VMU Multifunctional Science and Studies Centre (V. Putvinskio g. 23, Kaunas).

Undergraduate, graduate and exchange students of all fields of study are invited to deliver their presentations, present their creative work and/or moderate one of the conference parallel sessions. Presentations can be made individually or in a group with other students.

REGISTRATION FORM and more information.

Registration is open until 31 March.

“The all-time most phenomenal Lithuanian artist, a composer, painter and photographer, whose work comes across as an embodiment of interdisciplinarity and profundity, as a synthesis of avant-garde and heritage and as an inspiration for everyone from the fields of art and humanities to the realms of society, technology and sciences,” says Assoc. Prof. Vilma Bijeikienė, Vice-Rector for Communication at VMU.

The Topics of the Presentations:

  • University as a Space for Creation and Art 
  • Possibilities and Limits of Freedom   
  • Creativity and Technology  
  • Solutions for Business and Social Challenges   
  •  A person, Community, and Society in the Context of Changes   
  • Nature in the Hands of a Scientist  
  • Languages, Cultural Diversity, and Human Values 
  • Sustainable Development and Leadership in Education
  •  Sport and Wellness  
  •  Opportunities and limits to freedom in politics and communication 

Keywords of the conference: Artes Liberales, Interdisciplinarity, Creativity, Sustainable Development, Innovation, Multilingualism, Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Types of Presentations and Time:

  • Oral presentation (should not exceed 15 min.)
  • Poster presentation
  • Presentation of creative work (a performance with a presentation not exceeding 15 min., or an exhibition)

Conference Languages: Lithuanian, English and other languages taught at the university.

A presentation summary (200 to 250 words) in Lithuanian or English is required on the registration form.

The summary of the report must include:

  • The scientific/practical problem of the report
  • The aim of the presentation
  • The claims made in the report and the arguments supporting them
  • The main results of the research (insights from the report)
  • Keywords (3-5 words)
  • References (for scientific presentations only)

Authors of selected presentations will be notified by 15 April. Conference programme will be announced by 25 April.

The programme of the conference will be announced here.

The conference is part of a series of events, projects, and initiatives that will take place throughout 2025, dedicated to Vytautas Magnus University’s presidency of the “Transform4Europe” (T4EU) alliance. The alliance, uniting eleven European universities, aims to create joint structures, programs, and platforms for research and innovation, with the main goal of strengthening the T4EU’s future vision, identity, and cooperation.

VMU Agriculture Academy Career Day 2025 “A Career That Changes the World is in Your Hands”

Vytautas Magnus University (VMU) Agriculture Academy invites students, high school seniors, graduates, and other interested parties to participate in the VMU Agriculture Academy  Career Day 2025 “A Career That Changes the World is in Your Hands” on February 26, from 13:00 to 15:00.

Event participants will be invited to a fair/live meetings and discussions with leaders in the agro-sector about progress and innovation, challenges and opportunities, the competencies needed by professionals, and future perspectives.

Innovations drive progress and inspire the creation of an ecological, green, and sustainable future for our children. Smart technologies, innovations, robotics, artificial intelligence, and intelligent solutions in the agro-sector are no longer the future, but the present. The creation of advanced solutions and process management requires highly skilled professionals who are experts in their field. Leaders in the agricultural sector will share their experiences at the fair, discussing progress, innovation, challenges, opportunities, competencies for professionals, and future perspectives. Representatives from companies will attend the event in person to meet with VMU Agriculture Academy students.

During VDU ŽŪA Career Day’25, there will be a game called “Meetings That Pay Off,” where participants will have the opportunity to win exciting prizes.

Professionals from fields such as agribusiness, engineering, agronomy, forestry, food industry, finance, and smart technologies, who need representatives from various VMU Agriculture Academy study programs, will provide valuable advice and insights to students aiming to realize themselves professionally, high school students making decisions about their career paths, and other interested parties who wish to learn about the progress in the agro-sector and the unlimited opportunities it offers.

The event will be beneficial for students looking to understand which competencies are most important in today’s and the future job market, seeking internships or job offers, looking for new ideas for their final thesis topics, familiarizing themselves with the progress, innovations, and work culture of agro-sector companies and institutions, as well as high school students interested in future job market trends, the demand for specialists, promising VDU Agricultural Academy study programs and specialties, and career opportunities in the modern agro-sector, as well as other interested parties wanting to learn about the agro-sector’s progress, job market trends, and limitless career opportunities.

The event will take place at VMU Agriculture Academy Central Building, 5th floor (Studentų St. 11, Akademija, Kaunas District).

Please be informed that the event may be filmed and/or photographed, and you may be visible in event photos or videos that could be published in various media outlets.