When the trees are adorned with the most beautiful colours of autumn, when silence descends on the city earlier and earlier in the evenings, and the coolness reminds us of the approaching winter, a longing begins to stir in people's hearts — a longing for light, cosiness, and closeness. This is a time when every tiny candle becomes a little miracle, and memories of our loved ones warm even the coldest evening. The holidays that have been part of Lithuanian tradition for a long time — All Saints' Day and the Day of the Dead — encourage us to pause, look up at the sky, and quietly give thanks to those who have passed away but remain with us — in our thoughts, stories, and hearts.

For the 24th consecutive year, the Vilnius University Students’ Representation at Kaunas Faculty invites residents and visitors to Kaunas to participate in the sensitive, light-filled, and memorable initiative — "The River of Souls". On the evening of November 1st, when the city is immersed in the tranquillity of autumn, a path lit by hundreds of small lights will shine from the fountain on Laisvės Avenue to St. Michael the Archangel Church. It is a symbolic river of souls, connecting the past and the present, the living and the deceased. Each candle is a light of remembrance, a silent sign of gratitude and love.

Vilnius University Tech Hub, together with SEB Bank, presents the five-day hackathon “SEB Fast Track,” which will take place from November 10 to 14 and will bring together motivated Vilnius University students and business experts with a common goal – to generate new ideas, solve real problems, and nurture the creators of future startups.

“SEB Fast Track” is an intensive experience during which participants will have the opportunity to get a close look at the business world, choose the most relevant challenge offered by companies, and work with experts in that field to find innovative solutions. In this way, students will not only experience how ideas are born and how they can turn into products or services but will also gain practical knowledge about what is needed to successfully start a business.

The hackathon is designed to help young people discover their entrepreneurial potential: they will learn to collaborate in teams, develop problem analysis and creative thinking skills, understand the value of communication with experts, and what competencies are needed to turn an idea into a real project. The entire process will follow the Design Thinking methodology, guided by expert Lina Kižinienė, who will help participants systematically go through all stages of creative problem-solving – from finding insights to prototyping solutions. At the end of the program, the best-performing team will earn a spot in the VU Tech Hub Pre-Accelerator program – a 20-week journey from the first ideas to creating a startup.

A research group at the Kaunas Faculty of Vilnius University (VU KnF), in cooperation with BCCS (Blockchain, Cyber Security and Compliance Solutions) cluster and the Lithuanian Innovation Agency, is participating in one of the world's largest international technology exhibitions, GITEX Global 2025, in Dubai (UAE) on October 13-17.

During the visit, Prof. Dr Saulius Masteika, the Head of the FinTech, Blockchain, and Crypto Currency Research Group at the Institute of Social Sciences and Applied Informatics (SMTII), met with Prof. Hyunok Oh, the Head of the South Korean company Zkrypto Inc. and professor at Hanyang University, one of the world's leading universities. A cooperation agreement was signed during the meeting.

The resulting partnership will encompass research related to cryptographic methods, particularly zero-knowledge protocols (ZK-proof), their application in blockchain technologies and in the provision of digital services.

“The research covers both theoretical and practical applications of these technologies to ensure security, anonymity, transparency, and integrity, while protecting user privacy and combating manipulation and cyber attacks,” says Prof. Dr Saulius Masteika.

The folklore ensemble "Uosinta" invites everyone to a fun traditional dance evening.

We guarantee a good mood, fun dancing, festive meals, new friends and unforgettable experiences.
We look forward to seeing you on 15 October (Wednesday) at 6:30 p.m. at the Council Hall (Muitinės st. 12)

No experience needed – just bring good mood and comfortable shoes!

Let’s dance together and feel the spirit of Lithuanian traditions!

In an age marked by rapid transformation and recurring crises, the cultural and creative field finds itself navigating a landscape of both unprecedented opportunities and mounting pressures. Global uncertainties—economic, social, and political—intersect with market–driven policies that increasingly push cultural actors to produce, compete, and export, often at the expense of sustainability, equity, and cooperation. Dr Cristina Farinha, a freelance expert in policy research, evaluation, cooperation, and development, has dedicated her career to understanding and strengthening the role of culture in governance, development, and international collaboration. Drawing from decades of experience across Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and the USA, her work bridges research, practice, and policy-making in culture, heritage, and the creative economy.

Are you interested in theatre? Maybe you play an instrument, know how to dance or even write? Or maybe you just want to try and see how it feels to be on stage and gain interesting experience?

If you answered yes to at least one question, we invite you to the first theater meeting at the university!

Date: October 9 at 5 p. m.

Place: VU KnF Theatre Hall (IV building)

*Everyone is welcome, regardless of your acting abilities 

We’re excited to invite you to our second Urban Walks meeting on Wednesday, September 24, at 11:15 in Prof. V. Gronskas's room. After a short introduction, we’ll go for a short walk to Kaunas Castle (30–60 minutes, depending on your available time), where fascinating stories about the city’s oldest defensive fortress and its colourful history will await us.

We believe that It will help you discover Kaunas – the city of your studies: its history, hidden treasures and pearls, local ghosts, youthful and useful sites, events, museums, and other must-see places.

Join our second meeting on September 24 at 11:15 at Prof. V. Gronskas's room.

See you there!

For the third year in a row, as September gets into full swing, the Kaunas Faculty of Vilnius University community is invited to compete in sports competitions using obsolete computer equipment. This year, after the winners are announced and the prizes are awarded, a professional discussion will be held for those seeking answers on how artificial intelligence (AI) technologies are changing the work of IT specialists and their preparedness for the labour market. Although artificial intelligence creates the illusion that anyone can work in any field without specific education, knowing, understanding, and applying it ethically and responsibly is necessary to master technology.

“We are starting the new season with the slogan "Between words and numbers." We want to emphasise that modern specialists need an interdisciplinary education since work practice requires knowledge in various fields and a wide range of soft skills. We are an interdisciplinary faculty employing researchers and lecturers in the humanities, social sciences, and computer science. Therefore, students can flexibly build their individual knowledge portfolio, not limiting themselves to the subjects of the study programme, but also choosing individual study courses. By participating in projects, idea hackathons, competitions, and scientific research, students learn from experienced lecturers, social partners, and each other.

I invite you to get some fresh air, experience the thrill of sport, and engage with the community. I am eagerly awaiting the discussion with experts – I do not doubt that many will gain new ideas and find answers about IT specialists' challenges today and possible ways to make their work easier using AI tools,“ says Assoc. Prof. Giedrius Romeika, the Dean of VU KnF.