Winter Hangout brings warmth to VMU dormitory No. 5

On November 24, international students at Vytautas Magnus University’s dormitory No. 5 gathered for a cozy Winter Hangout. The third-floor study area transformed into a festive space filled with games, prizes, and shared laughter.

The event featured a wellness tips presentation, offering practical advice for staying healthy during the winter. Students also enjoyed a potluck of snacks, making the evening warm and friendly.

We inform about the possible noise during the day in VDU dormitory No. 6

We inform you that starting from November 26, with the start of demolition and renovation work on the third floor of VDU dormitory No. 6 ‘Vivulskis’ (located at A. Vivulskio St. 36, Vilnius), noise may occur during the day in the dormitory.

We apologize for the temporary inconvenience.

Room inspections will take place in VMU dormitories in November

We inform you that from November 25 to 29, randomly selected rooms of residents in Vytautas Magnus University (VMU) dormitories will be inspected.

Inspections schedule:

Dormitory	Inspection time
No. 1 “Taika” (Taikos ave. 119, Kaunas)	November 27 (Wednesday) 12:00 PM
No. 2 “Baltija” (Vytauto ave. 71, Kaunas)	November 28 (Thursday) 1:00 PM
No. 4 (Studentų st. 1, Akademija, Kaunas district)	November 25 (Monday) 12:00 PM
No. 5 (Universiteto st. 8, Akademija, Kaunas district)	November 27 (Wednesday) 10:00 AM
No. 6 “Vivulskis” (A. Vivulskio st. 36, Vilnius)	November 29 (Friday) 11:00 AM
No. 7 (Universiteto st. 6, Akademija, Kaunas district)	November 26 (Tuesday) 12:00 PM
No. 8 (Studentų st. 5, Akademija, Kaunas district)	November 28 (Thursday) 11:00 AM
No. 10 (Studentų st. 7, Akademija, Kaunas district)	November 25 (Monday) 11:00 AM

Please note that those who fail to comply with the terms of the Agreement for Accommodation or who violate the Internal Rules of the Dormitories of Vytautas Magnus University are liable to pay the following fees, subject to disciplinary measures:

10 euros if a reprimand is issued;
15 euros if a warning is issued;
20 euros if a severe warning is issued.

The 5th-floor kitchen in VDU Dormitory No. 5 will be closed from October 4th to 8th

We inform you that from October 4th, 12:00 PM, until the morning of October 8th, the kitchen on the 5th floor of VDU Dormitory No. 5 (Universiteto St. 8, Akademija, Kaunas district) will be closed due to furniture replacement in the kitchen.

We apologize for the temporary inconvenience.

Updated: From 09/26 to 10/04, there may be temporary water supply disruptions in VMU dormitory No. 5

We inform you that in VDU dormitory No. 5 (Universiteto g. 8, Akademija, Kaunas district), from September 26 to October 1, due to renovation work, there may be temporary water supply disruptions. New towel radiators will be installed on the first floor of the dormitory, so water will be temporarily shut off in different rooms as the work progresses.

Updated: Due to prolonged work, water supply disruptions may occur until October 4th.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

Participate in the elections for the Chairpersons of the VMU Dormitory Councils

Vytautas Magnus University has announced the election to the Dormitory Council, which is organized in accordance with VMU Dormitory Self-Government regulations. If you are living in VMU Dormitory No. 2 at Vytauto pr. 71 (“Baltija”), Kaunas, or No. 6 at A. Vivulskio str. 36, Vilnius, or No. 5 at Universiteto str. 8, Akademija, Kaunas district, and you are interested in becoming the Chairperson of the Dormitory Council, then all you need to do is fill out this electronic application by September 30, 2024, by 11:59 PM and meet the following criteria:

You must be a student at Vytautas Magnus University.
You must be motivated.
You need to create a one-year activity plan for the Council.
You should have experience in social activities.
You must have experience living in the dormitory.
You cannot have penalties for infringements of the University’s internal legal acts.

After becoming a Chairperson, the student will be exempt from paying dormitory accommodation fees for the academic year (starting in October) 2024/2025.

The Chairperson of the Dormitory Council is elected in three stages:

I Stage – Candidates apply for this position by filling out this questionnaire by September 30th (until 11:59 PM) 2024. Selected candidates will be informed of their invitation to run for the election of the Chairperson of the Dormitory Council in the beginning of October.

II Stage – Candidates selected by the Students’ Representative and the Student Affairs Department are invited to attend a meeting of the Selection Committee. The date, time, format, and venue will be communicated to the shortlisted candidates.

III Stage – If necessary, the candidate must participate in the election of the Dormitory Council’s Chairperson, which will be held at the general meeting of dormitory residents.

A person who is interested in becoming the Chairperson of the Dormitory Council must submit the following information along with the electronic application form:

Personal data.
A letter of motivation.
A narrative presentation of the planned annual activities of the Dormitory Council (the Dormitory Council’s activity plan), which should include:
- The problems identified in the dormitory and proposed solutions.
- the objectives, activities, and initiatives for the term of office.
- informal activities to mobilise the community.
A Curriculum Vitae (CV).

Dormitory Council and the Chairperson

We want to remind you that the Chairperson has the right and power to form and manage the Dormitory Council.

The elected Chairperson of the dormitory will be exempt from payment of the accommodation fee for the 2024/2025 academic year (from October 1, 2024 until June 30, 2025)

The main purpose of the Dormitory Council is to assist the Chairperson in implementing the following objectives:

To represent the interests of the dormitory residents in the University ‘s (dormitory‘s) administration.
To communicate University (dormitory) requirements to residents.
To maintain the integrity of the community.
To carry out social and cultural activities.
To mediate in cases of misunderstandings or problems between residents or between residents and the administration.

The Chairperson of the Dormitory Council is elected annually at the beginning of each academic year by the general meeting of dormitory residents, following a selection procedure performed by the Students’ Representative Council and the Student Affairs Department.

More information about Dormitories self-government

Room inspections will take place in VMU dormitories

We inform you that from September 24 to 27, randomly selected rooms of residents in Vytautas Magnus University (VMU) dormitories will be inspected.

Inspections schedule:

Dormitory	Inspection time
No. 1 “Taika” (Taikos ave. 119, Kaunas)	September 27 (Friday) 1:00 PM
No. 2 “Baltija” (Vytauto ave. 71, Kaunas)	September 24 (Tuesday) 12:00 PM
No. 4 (Studentų st. 1, Akademija, Kaunas district)	September 23 (Monday) 12:00 PM
No. 5 (Universiteto st. 8, Akademija, Kaunas district)	September 25 (Wednesday) 1:00 PM
No. 6 “Vivulskis” (A. Vivulskio st. 36, Vilnius)	September 27 (Friday) 1:00 PM
No. 7 (Universiteto st. 6, Akademija, Kaunas district)	September 23 (Monday) 12:00 PM
No. 8 (Studentų st. 5, Akademija, Kaunas district)	September 24 (Tuesday) 2:00 PM
No. 10 (Studentų st. 7, Akademija, Kaunas district)	September 26 (Thursday) 1:00 PM

10 euros if a reprimand is issued;
15 euros if a warning is issued;
20 euros if a severe warning is issued.

On 18 September, part of dormitory No. 5 will be without water

Please be informed that tomorrow, Wednesday, 18 September, there will be no water in part of VMU Dormitory 5 due to repair works.

We apologize for the inconvenience.

“Sharing is Caring” Event: Helping Students Make Kaunas Their New Home

On August 30th, Vytautas Magnus University (VMU) held its 3rd “Sharing is Caring” event, where more than 100 new exchange and full-time students gathered to find kitchen, hobby, and study essentials, as well as other useful items to start their new life and academic year in Kaunas.

As part of the Orientation Days, the “Sharing is Caring” event showcased a variety of items, including kitchen utensils, electronics, books, sports equipment, hobby materials, stationery, cleaning tools, umbrellas, mirrors, hangers, and more. The event also featured a lottery where registered participants, selected by a random number generator, won great prizes such as table lamps, a hairdryer, an electric kettle, a rice cooker, a drying rack, and other unique finds to make their new homes cozy.

Earlier, during May and June, former exchange students and graduates donated new or gently used essential items for the new cohort of students. All items were collected and stored in the dormitory storage rooms over the summer. Clothes, shoes, and bedding were donated to homeless people at the “Ateik” day center of the Kaunas Archdiocese Caritas in July.

The event was organized as part of the DON@ Donation Opportunities for Newcomers project, which aims to support the integration of students with fewer opportunities and improve their living conditions by fostering mutual support, inclusion, and sustainable development. We sincerely thank the International Cooperation Department, the Student Affairs Department, the dormitory administrations, and our dedicated volunteers for their invaluable assistance in making this event possible.

The DON@ project started in September 2022 and will last until October 2024 from the program Erasmus + KA220-HED – Cooperation partnerships in higher education.

Learn more:

May 2024 – The DON@ Project’s Multiplier Event focuses on Student Integration

February 2024 – The DON@ Project is Entering Its Final Phase

January 2024 – DON@ Project: Fostering Reciprocal Help Among International Students and video

August 2023 – DON@: International Students Embrace “Sharing is Caring” Event and video

New table tennis rackets in VMU dormitory No. 2

Table tennis players living in VMU Dormitory No. 2 (Vytauto Ave. 71, Kaunas), as well as anyone else who enjoys active leisure time, are kindly informed that new table tennis rackets are now available in the dormitory, making the game even more enjoyable.

Students can find the rackets on the couch near the tennis table. If they need a ball, they should request one from the security desk.