Community events
International Student Day and 32nd birthday of VU SA
On November 17th of each year, it is International Student Day and the birthday of VU SR. This year, VU SR has implemented a cycle of three events to commemorate these important dates.
#ateitieskūrėjai. What can students do?
November 17 The conference "#ateitieskūrėjai. What can students do?" took place at the VU Scholarly Communication and Information Centre (lt. MKIC)
- During the conference together with the Chairman of the Education and Science Committee of the Seimas of the Republic of Lithuania prof. Artūras Žukauskas and VU SR President Neda Žutautaitė discussed the changes in higher education and the impact of the changes on the studies and future prospects of each student.
- We also talked with Marius Skuodis, Justinas Jaruševičius, Urtė Builytė and Aivaras Vilutis about the international experiences of the students and the study period they enriched.
- During the closing discussion, Laima Jasionytė, Chief Specialist of the Department of Youth Affairs, Andrius Uždanavičius, former VU SR President and the Head of the Study Quality and Development Department of VU, Dr. Janusz Korczak, a member of the Council of the Lithuanian Jewish Community, Chairman of the Board, Director of Partnerships and Communities at OXYGEN, Member of the Board of the European Jewish Student Union, and former Vice President Amit Goldman sought answers to the question of what one student could change at the University and beyond.
#ateitieskūrėjai. Competence Fair
On November 18th #ateitieskūrėjai took place in VU Central Palace. Competence Fair - workshops, classes, lectures, during which students had the opportunity to develop competencies, gain new knowledge and get acquainted with VU SR programs, clubs and projects, as well as organizations operating at the University. During the event, we agreed and had a closer conversation with representatives from the Be etikečių program, VU Photography Club, Anthoclub, VU SIF and iGEM.
#ateitieskūrėjai. HackVU
On November 19th we ended the cycle of events with an initiative development event #ateitieskūrėjai. HackVU, during which students have developed ideas for the future that can help solve the problems and challenges that students face at the University.
VU SR came up with ideas to encourage registered participants to join: Green University. Sustainable goals; How to teach and learn at a distance; How to promote the development of higher education in the regions; How to integrate culture into studies; How to increase students' digital literacy.
Unit days
One of the biggest events of VU SR is the days of the units, which have been going on for an impressively long time and have become an important and beautiful tradition that promotes the community spirit of the whole unit and the preservation of student traditions. This year, nine units celebrated their days and have offered students a cycle of amazing and diverse events.
MIDI
After a long break, dictated by the pandemic, VU SA MIF took a full leg with the slogan "Rediscover MIDI!". The largest cycle of mathematics and computer science events organized by VU MIF students has returned with traditional, popular events: orienteering competitions, LAN Party, chess tournament, sports days, conference, corporate fair, battle and closing evening. First held in 1974, MIDI is being held for the 41st time this year.
Philologists' Nights
This year, the university's romantics, language lovers and philologists have invited the entire university community to participate in the Philologists' Nights! In the language schools organized by VU SA FilF, participants learned Latvian and Spanish, 14 teams from 7 different faculties gathered in the "I told you I'll think" battle, which demonstrated their philological knowledge, and at the open microphone event "Let the words ring" participants read their works, as well as a student from VU Šiauliai Academy who performed a saxophone interpretation of the Lithuanian and Ukrainian anthems!
Political Science Days
Political Science Days'22 merged with VU TSPMI's 30th birthday this year, this is the biggest event of this year at the institute, which brings together a wide but really close community of VU TSPMI! During the Political Science Days, the week-long events revived the old traditions of the students, remembered the past and brought innovation. A series of podcasts po(p)litics, in which Ramūnas Zilnys and Arūnas Valinskas were interviewed, an escape room where students and other members of the community tested their knowledge of antiquity and philosophy, basketball competitions focused on students, teachers, the administration and even the members of the Seimas, a battle in which each team was assisted by TSPMI lecturers, an event that encourages public speaking on important issues in which they remember their study times and the end of the week - a discussion attended by former President Dalia Grybauskaitė, Minister of Foreign Affairs Gabrielius Landsbergis and representatives of VU TSPMI, and a community evening for which they donated the collected money to Blue / Yellow.
MeDi
MeDi is a traditional celebration of the Faculty of Medicine of Vilnius University, one of the oldest at Vilnius University, since 1783. This year, VU SA MF implemented a series of events focused on VU MF students, the VU community, the general public and its health education. This year's theme is addictions. The goal was achieved through public lectures and activities that were implemented in collaboration with various organizations, unions, and private companies. The entertainment was also not forgotten - the night orienteering and the night at the faculty brought the community closer together than ever before.
The Fiesta Personae
The Fiesta Personae, event of the Faculty of Philosophy, which is reborn every spring. This year, the phoenix of the Fiesta, together with the mysterious guest Fortune, brought the celebration back to life with the opening event of D.I.S.P.U.T.A.S, a delightful event of five different and diverse institutes and a closing concert of "Bard's Evening". As always, the newspaper "Bursa Yard" was published during the days of the Faculty.
Mercury Days
This year, the Mercury Days organized by VU SA EVAF delighted us with the car orienteering competition, the "Be Satisfied with Mercury'22" eating competition and the quiz following them, the evening of team games and the closing concert of "Even with Mercury'22". The events were designed to promote the community spirit of the students through activities that reduce social exclusion and promote interaction. One of the methods used to achieve these goals was the translation of event activities, information and games into English and the active integration of foreign students. Also, during the activities, the skills of teamwork, problem solving, analytical and critical thinking of students were developed.
TeDi
This year's TeDi'22 (Lawyers 'Day) Opening Conference sailed into international waters. At the event, specialists and legal experts explored the topic of "Russia's war against Ukraine: law, geopolitics and morality". The event was held online, in English. The second "How It Was" event denied the stereotype that the law lives only in a court, prosecutor's office, law firm or other legal institution. The third event "Auction" gives all participants the opportunity to purchase both items belonging to VU TF lecturers and to experience unforgettable moments together with the faculty lecturers. Among the founders of the prizes are not only VU TF lecturers, but also the Mayor of Vilnius - Remigijus Šimašius.
The fourth event, "From generation to generation with VU TF Alumni" - the idea, the aim to have a warm and cozy conversation with people who shared their memories of studying times, but also insights and advice that are relevant to our young community, discussed issues of concern. related to study or career topics. The final conference of VU TF Students' Scientific Society this year brought together Vilnius University law and other researchers, students and other legal science enthusiasts to provide an opportunity to review the innovativeness of this year's students in the relationship between interdisciplinary fields and law. It is the culmination of a six-month event in which the 6 teams selected by the competent commission to write the best scientific article presented their work.
Chemists' Days
56th Chemists' Days, held at the beginning of the school year, on September 16th-18th. Through them, VU SA CHGF organized public laboratory works and colorful chemical shows, which gave the public a closer look at chemistry and the wonders that can be seen in it, thus proving that everyone can and should enjoy the wonderful science of chemistry. Also, a bowling tournament and a BBQ evening were held for the community of the unit - the events showed that different generations, even those who have already graduated, can communicate well, have a good time and build a future together!