Department of Regional Studies of the Faculty of Political Science and Diplomacy of Vytautas Magnus University

National Network
Lithuania
Address

Department of Regional Studies
Vytautas Magnus University
Gedimino str. 44-105
Kaunas
Lithuania

Telephone
+37037206706
Fax
+37037206709
E-Mail
e.racius@pmdf.vdu.lt
E-Mail (2)
s.liekis@pmdf.vdu.lt
E-Mail (3)
v.simonaityte@pmdf.vdu.lt
Mobile Phone
+37061483287
Website
http://pmdf.vdu.lt/en
Organisation Type
Public Institution
Year of Establishment
1989
Fields of Activity
  1. Research
General Information
stablished in 1922 (re-established in 1989) and ranked as the TOP 700 university in the world (QS World University Rankings), Vytautas Magnus Universityis one of the most liberal and modern academic institutions in Lithuania, boasting an exciting history, nurturing and continuing deep-rooted traditions, playing a leading role in not just Lithuanian, but also the entire Baltic and European intellectual and cultural sphere. University structure: 3 academic divisions: 10 faculties, Institute of Foreign Languages and Innovative Studies Institute. The major research areas of the Faculty of Political Science and Diplomacy are developed according to the interests of our academic staff, such as: the impact of ethno-political conflicts on international relations, national and international security, human rights, national minorities, local government, theories in social and political critical studies, contemporary theories of social and political philosophy, propaganda and political aesthetics, memorial narratives and ecological consciousness, regional research, Diaspora studies, multilingualism, media transformations, democracy studies, journalism cultures, comparative media systems.
Mission and Objectives

The primary mission of VMU is to uphold humanist culture, avoiding limitations of narrow, highly specialized studies, and remain the hotbed for intellectual sophistication and civil consciousness.
VMU is a community-oriented institution of science and studies which provides liberal conditions of education, develops partnerships, actively participates in the city life and contributes to the development of culture and science worldwide.
Re-established in 1989, Vytautas Magnus University has shown that it always aims to serve the nation and be open to the world. Thus, following these principles of freedom, independence and openness, the university is a place where students become independent creative thinkers.

Main Projects / Activities

We contribute to the global development of science and culture by:
1. participating in the creation of the project for the future Europe
2. developing and cultivating the idiosyncrasy of Lithuanian culture
3. enshrining the national identity and maintaining intercultural dialogue
4. acquiring, building and spreading scientific knowledge

Why do you want to join the ALF Network?

Facilitate the exchange of ideas and people in the research area of the Middle East.

Contact (1) Full Name
Egdunas Racius
Head of the organisation
Rector Zigmas Lydeka
Contact (2) Full Name
Sarunas Liekis