University News

„Transform4Europe“ Professional Development Training

The Transform4Europe Alliance invites academic and non-academic staff of T4EU universities to participate in professional development training (webinars), which will take place from October to November 2024. The webinars will cater to and foster various skills, including various training topics – that may be of use for every academic or/and non-academic staff member from across the Alliance.

VMU STEAM Didactics Centre: Science, Creativity, and New Horizons

“Research shows that as few as 8 lessons per year based on the STEAM education model can improve student learning outcomes. This is all it takes to bring about positive change. We can no longer progress by relying solely on conventional subject-based teaching, as it simply is no longer sufficient. Modern companies and future employers are seeking employees who not only have a deep understanding of their specific specialisation but are also capable of offering creative solutions to emerging challenges,” says Assoc. Prof. Judita Žukauskienė, Head of the Vytautas Magnus University (VMU) STEAM Didactics Centre.

Ben Nathans Public Lecture

Ben Nathans public lecture "To the Success of Our Hopeless Cause: The Many Lives of the Soviet dissident movement".

Cultural Diplomacy Continues to be Viewed Short-Sightedly

“Cultural diplomacy is not just a bridge that facilitates cooperation between nations. I am convinced that cultural diplomacy can prevent wars,” says Dr. Giedrė Pranaitytė, Coordinator of the Centre of Francophone Countries at Vytautas Magnus University (VMU).

Thirteenth “Avanti” Festival: Joining Forces to Outdo Ourselves

“Avanti”, a festival that surprises its visitors with unique concerts every year, invites you to experience much more than just high-level chamber music this year. Organised for the thirteenth time by Vytautas Magnus University (VMU) Chamber Orchestra and festival director Rita Bieliauskaite, the festival reacts to the current social and artistic trends.

Lack of German-Speaking Workers – A Strategic Problem for Lithuania

While Germany is one of the most significant investors in Lithuania and, from now on, a key NATO collective defence partner (with a transfer of 5,000 troops and civilians from the German brigade to Lithuania by 2027), there remains a shortage of German-speaking workers in our country.