September 1, 11:00-13:00

Academic Year Opening Celebration

Location: Kalvarijų 137E, Vilnius

We invite both first-year and current students to the Academic Year Opening Celebration, where inspiring speeches will be delivered by SMK leaders, future lecturers, alumni, as well as guests from the business and entertainment world. The event promises not only a great time, but also new connections, a vibrant community atmosphere, fun activities, and an unforgettable START to your studies – filled with the best emotions and lasting inspiration!

• 11:00 – 12:00 Academic Year Opening Celebration in the Foyer
• 12:00 – 13:00 Meeting with the Heads of Study Programmes in Room 203

September 2, 13:00-15:10

Introduction to Studies: The Beginning of Your Studies: Get Ready to Take Off!

Location: Kalvarijų g. 137E, Vilnius, Room 228

• 13:00 – 14:00 Navigating Your Studies: Process and IT systems (Agnė Ekinci, Head of Studies)
• 14:00 – 14:45  Know the Code: Your Intro to SMK Rules & Regulations
• (Julija Loiterytė, Head of International Study Programmes)
• 14:45 – 15:10  Erasmus+: Your Gateway to International Experience
• (Samson Toye Abiodun, SMK Lecturer)

September 3, 13:30-16:00

Starting Your Journey at SMK: Studies Begin, the Future Awaits

Location: Kalvarijų g. 137E, Vilnius, Room 203 

• 13:30 – 14:00 First Steps into the Professional World: Together with SMK (Viktorija Palubinskienė, Director of SMK)
• 14:00- 15:00  Explore Lithuania: ISN Activity for International Students and Student Club Presentation
• 15:00 – 16:00  Explore Lapland with SMK: All You Need to Know About the Trip (Saurav Lamichhane, Partnership Manager at Timetravels)

September 4, 17:00

VibeCheck’25

A back-to-school party for SMK freshmen, students, and friends – where you’ll meet students from your own and other study programs, from different cities, and even from all over the world. Performing live: Furytto – a night you definitely won’t forget.

Shuttle buses from Vilnius and Klaipėda will take you directly to and from the venue.

Location: Kaunas Aerodrome, Karo Aviacijos str. 20, Kaunas

More information and tickets: https://tickets.paysera.com/en/event/furryto-x-smk-vibecheck-25 

September 4, 14:00

Orientation for Students starting the studies online, 14:00 – 16:00

Online meeting link: https://liedm.zoom.us/j/95138364563 

September 5, 12:00-14:00

Welcome to Your New City: Explore, Learn, Enjoy

Join us for an unforgettable journey through Vilnius – discover hidden corners of the city and feel its unique rhythm. It’s a perfect chance not only to get to know your new study city better, but also to meet new friends and create lasting memories.

• The tour will be held in English.
• Duration – 2 hours
• Meeting point – Cathedral Bell Tower.

Registration:  https://forms.gle/cXh6mZ2SYiBbWU5T9 

September 8, 09:00-12:15

Get To Know Lithuanian Rules, Regulations, and Policies for full-time students Presentation by MiCenter (Migration Information Center)

Location: Kalvarijų g. 137E, Vilnius, Room 309

The Migration Information Center invites international students of SMK to join an informative session and learn more about essential topics related to life, studies, and integration in Lithuania.

During this presentation, you will learn about:

• About Lithuania (Geography, demographic situation and political system, national symbols, etiquette and culture, polite behavior in society, equal rights for women, national holidays, local cuisine, integration, public transport).
• Legal stay (MIGRIS, declaration of place of residence, issuance and extension of temporary residence permit, revocation of residence permit, permanent residence permit, rights and obligations of foreigners in Lithuania).
• Job search and employment (Labor market trends, employee rights and work culture).
• Life in Lithuania (Housing, healthcare, driving, marriage).