International Week 2025: New Experiences, New People, and Unforgettable Impressions
On May 5–9th at Šiaulių valstybinė kolegija / Higher Education Institution hosted International Week 2025, welcoming 34 guests from Armenia, Bulgaria, the Czech Republic, the Dominican Republic, Spain, Colombia, Latvia, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Turkey, Ukraine, and Uzbekistan.
This year’s event motto – Experience. Connections. Culture. – encouraged the active development of international relations and cooperation between higher education institutions from various countries
Throughout the week, presentations from the visiting institutions and faculties of Šiaulių valstybinė kolegija / Higher Education Institution, offering an opportunity to learn about the institution's activities, study programs, and other opportunities have been made. International guests took part in a wide range of educational activities, including the Cultural Booth, creative workshops, and seminars, as well as explored the city of Šiauliai, and visited Pakruojis Manor and the Hill of Crosses. The protgramme also include a presentation on the activities of the European University Alliance NEOLAiA in which Šiaulių valstybinė kolegija / Higher Education Institution takes part.
One of the main goals was to promote cooperation among representatives of different cultures and to strengthen cultural and academic exchanges among students and lecturers from various countries. It is a great opportunity to broaden horizons, deepen knowledge, gain international experience, establish new connections, get acquainted with Šiauliai and Lithuania.
“We are glad that we were able to offer a rich programme to the guests of International Week. Not only did we exchange contacts but we also aimed for long-term intercultural experiences that lead to personal and professional growth. Meaningful conversations, new partnerships, official meetings and informal interactions took place, and opportunities for collaboration in higher education were discussed — we believe that our international guests are left with truly valuable experiences. Of course, we also hope that International Week will open up new horizons for collaboration,” summarizes Augustina Norkutė, Head of the International Relations Office of Šiaulių valstybinė kolegija / Higher Education Institution.
