Orientation days (Autumn semester)

Orientation days are organised at the beginning of the semester and it will be your first student experience here in Kaunas. During this time, you will get to know VMU faculties, Lithuanian history and culture during the Survival Lithuanian courses, and our beautiful city Kaunas. You are also more than welcome to be a part of interesting events, where you will find new friends and will spend a fascinating and fun time.

Dates: from August 26 to September 2

The semester starts on August 26th

Survival Lithuanian course introduces students to a very basic knowledge of Lithuanian that would help them to “survive” in Lithuania. In this intensive course, students will learn to introduce themselves, provide basic biographical information, ask for the prices while shopping, ask for directions, basic information about the university, order food, as well as other useful everyday phrases in Lithuanian.

Registration form

Registration deadline - 18 of August, 2024

Join us for our “Sharing is Caring” event and find a variety of items left by former students for free: kitchenware, electronics, study and leisure items, household goods, and more.

Date: August 30, Friday
Time: 17:00 - 18:00
Location: Baltija Dormitory, Vytauto pr. 71., Kaunas

In case of rain, the event will be held in the orangery; follow the arrows to get there. If the weather is good, we will organize the event outside at the entrance.

Everyone is welcome no matter whether you stay in the dormitories or in private housing.

Register here!

By registering, you’ll enter the lottery for a chance to win exciting and fun items!

Why it’s worth coming:

  • Join a culture of sharing and save on expenses!
  • Discover essential and useful items for your life in Kaunas for free (gently used or new)
  • Win unique items in the lottery (17:30)
  • Connect with fellow exchange and full-time students and make new friends
  • Contribute to reducing waste and lowering CO2 levels
  • Enjoy refreshing drinks
Check out the video and photos to see how previous events were held:
The “Sharing is caring” event in January 2024: video  and article
The “Sharing is caring” event in August 2023: video and article
About DON@. The initiative is being implemented within DON@ – Donation Opportunities for Newcomers. The project's key objective is to facilitate the integration and improvement of living conditions of students with fewer opportunities by promoting mutual support, inclusion, and sustainable development. Read more about the DON@ project here.