Papers
2021-05-31, On the Law on Science and Studies No. XI-242 76, 82, 82(1) draft amendment and supplement of Article 82(2)
During the reference period, VU SR submitted proposals to the Law on Science and Studies no. Article XI-242,76, 82, 82(1) for the draft amendment and supplement of Article 82(2) aimed at establishing a basis for granting financial assistance to people with disabilities. The proposed corrections relate to improved accessibility of centralized support and the lack of change. Attention was also paid to the difference and impact of disabilities on studies, the inability to use part of the income to increase the accessibility of studies and the environment (teachers' education, infrastructure changes), and their allocation only with a certain level of capacity for work, without taking into account the collision of those with higher capacity for work with problems of similar thinking. It is proposed to provide financial support in the amount of 8-18 basic social benefits (BSB), with a working capacity limit of 55% or more. In the light of the research carried out, it is proposed to abolish the condition for not receiving a scholarship in relation to academic achievement, specifically academic debts, since social assistance should be based on needs and social situation, not academic achievements.
2021-06-08, On the draft amendment of Articles No XI-242 46, 59 and 77 of the Law on Science and Studies
VU SR submitted proposals for a draft amendment of Articles No XI-242 46, 59 and 77 of the Law on Science and Studies, in support of the submitted proposal to unify the requirements for those entering state-funded and unfunded places. However, aspects of taking into account the proper preparation of higher education and equal access to it in the implementation of changes in order to reduce the difficulties caused by social exclusion in achieving admission requirements were highlighted. The proposal to establish funding according to certain study fields was not approved, noting that the need for state specialists would not limit the free choice of applicants.
2021-09-24, Regarding the Law of the Republic of Lithuania on Science and Studies No. X-242 4, 9, 53, 56, 59, 74, 77 and the Law on Education of the Republic of Lithuania No. I-1489 draft law amending Articles 2, 11, 24, 38 and 47
During the reporting period, VU SR responded to the amendments to the Law of the Republic of Lithuania on Science and Studies No. X-242 4, 9, 53, 56, 59, 74, 77 and the Law on Education of the Republic of Lithuania No. I-1489 A draft law amending Articles 2, 11, 24, 38 and 47, which provides for changes to define and provide for projects which reduce the social dimension in higher education but which do not distribute support to less well-represented groups. The harmonization of the conditions for accession was accepted, but in the light of the recommendations made during the working groups of the European Higher Education Area, a remark was made to the existence of the definition of the social dimension in the law, noting the changing definition in the Bologna Process documents over the years. The proposed definition is given and it has been noted that most of the proposals were rejected due to their non-compliance with the principles of the development of the social dimension.
2021-09-28, Regarding the Law on Science and Studies no. XI-242 Bill No. 1 amending Articles 9, 59, 74, 76, 77, 82 and 83 draft law No. XIVP-562 and Education Act no. I-1489 Draft Law amending Article 11 draft law No. XIVP-563
The proposals of VU SR in the Seimas Committee on Education and Science on the Law on Science and Studies No. XI-242 amending Articles 9, 59, 74, 76, 77, 82 and 83 draft law No. XIVP-562 and Education Act No. I-1489 Article 11 draft law No. XIVP-563, which proposes amendments related to the financing of higher education institutions, equalization of admission conditions, and different levels of preparation for admission to colleges and universities. It was accepted and promoted to ensure a level playing field for applicants, taking into account the gap between pupils with low socioeconomic status. It is proposed to have clear assessment criteria for the development and promotion of funding for higher education institutions, ensuring proper investment in the accessibility and quality of studies. The importance of applying and coordinating measures to improve the social dimension and accessibility together with the draft amendment of this Law is stressed.
2021-10-28, On the draft law amending Article No. XI-242 77 of the Law on Science and Studies No. XIVP-1001
During the reporting period VU SR together with the Association of Young Doctors, the VU MF Resident Council, LSMU SR, LSMU Resident Council and the Lithuanian Medical Students' Association responded to the draft amendment of the Law on Science and Studies, registered by the Seimas of the Republic of Lithuania, which aims to ensure that doctors who have completed their residency studies should work in public Lithuanian personal health care institutions for several years after graduation. In writing, it was proposed to reject the amendments and to draw attention to the contradiction of free choice and the reference to unfounded facts that could potentially cause harm to the health system. It was noted that the problem of the shortage of specialists in the regions is relevant and to be solved, but not by means of funding of studies, but in order to achieve systemic solutions to the problem.
2021-10-29, On the draft state budget for education, science and sport for 2022
VU SR submitted proposals for the state budget education, science and sports project, noting the lack of the amount allocated for research and experimental development (RED) activities and paying attention to the allocation of part of the funds for the promotion of students' RED activities in order to achieve the planned indicators.
2022-04-12, On support for scientific events organized by students
VU SR and VU submitted proposals to the Research Council of Lithuania to amend the item "Description of the Procedure for Granting Support to Academic Associations" related to the restrictions granted by support in order to increase the support granted to student organizations to organize high-level scientific events regardless of the course or stage, thus providing opportunities for them to expand and attract more participants.