News for Students

Studying in Korea Opened up a New Career Path

Gabija Saniukaitė, a fourth-year student of East Asian Cultures and Languages at VMU, realised after her bilateral exchange programme in Korea that her first bachelor’s degree was just part of a long-term learning process. She plans to continue her studies in Pedagogy, proving that authentic experiences abroad can open up new and perhaps unexpected future prospects.

VMU Connections Will Unite Pupils, Students, and Graduates

On 8 November, Vytautas Magnus University (VMU), celebrating its 35th re-establishment anniversary this year, will host a unique event: VMU Connections, in which pupils, students, graduates, and business representatives will unite for a common goal: to meet, talk, and share knowledge, experience, and career opportunities.

VMU – The Largest University in Kaunas by Student Numbers

With the start of the academic year, Kaunas saw an influx of students, the majority of whom chose to study at Vytautas Magnus University (VMU). In terms of the number of bachelor’s and integrated studies students admitted to universities this year, VMU remains among the leaders in Lithuania, welcoming 1,385 first-year students. More than 8,000 candidates who met the admission requirements expressed their interest in studying in bachelor’s programmes offered at the University, marking a 12% increase from the previous year.

Young People and Addictions: Cultivating Self-Awareness is Key

“Control and intimidation do not solve problems. Instead, they only teach young people to hide their addictions. The most crucial thing is to cultivate young people’s self-awareness – only then will they realise that they are solely responsible for their own choices,” says Juozapa Živilė Mieliauskaitė, a doctoral student at the Department of Sociology at Vytautas Magnus University (VMU).

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).

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.