The Šiauliai Academy of Vilnius University systematically organizes lectures by business practitioners and experts, which give students the opportunity to better understand real-world business experiences, emerging challenges, and the impact of technological transformation on the job market. Such meetings help students better navigate the professional environment and make more informed choices regarding their field of study and specialization.

September 21–22, 2026 Professor Ingrida Šaulienė and Associate Professor Laura Šukienė, researchers at Vilnius University’s Šiauliai Academy, participated in the international “AutoPollen” meeting held in Reykjavík, Iceland, which brought together representatives from various European research and academic institutions. “AutoPollen” is a program of EUMETNET, the European network of meteorological services, designed to develop automated monitoring of pollen and microscopic fungal spores, harmonize monitoring methods, and improve the use of collected data.

While learning Lithuanian at Vilnius University Šiauliai Academy, fourth-year Software Engineering student Anthony Morha noticed that there were no efficient and convenient learning tools for English speakers who wanted to learn to speak Lithuanian.

On September 17–19 in Vilnius, the 5th Lithuanian Geographers’ Congress, “Development of Resilient Cities and Regions,” held at the Lithuanian Academy of Sciences, brought together Lithuanian and international researchers, practitioners, and decision-makers to discuss the resilience of cities and regions to climate, environmental, and societal changes. A total of 76 presentations by Lithuanian and international scientists and practitioners were delivered.

On September 18, an alumni gathering was held at the Vilnius University Šiauliai Academy.

International students also began the new academic year at the academy. This year, students from 15 different countries joined the community. They were welcomed and wished success in their studies by Assoc. professor Regina Karvelienė, Deputy Director for Academic Affairs at the Vilnius University Šiauliai Academy.

On September 10, the 15th scientific and practical conference titled “Economics and Business: Regional Challenges and Opportunities 2026” was held at the Vilnius University Šiauliai Academy.

On September 8, a delegation from the University of Nebraska at Omaha visited the Vilnius University Šiauliai Academy. During the visit, the guests met with the academy’s administration.

August 31–September 4, 2026, the Institute of Education at the Vilnius University Šiauliai Academy hosted doctoral students Milana Ospanova, Aleksandra Dudzik, and Maria Franelak from the University of the National Education Commission in Kraków (Poland).

On September 1, Vilnius University Šiauliai Academy officially kicked off the new academic year.

On August 28, a community meeting was held at the Vilnius University Šiauliai Academy. Ahead of the start of the new academic year, the academy’s director, professor Renata Bilbokaitė, brought all colleagues together in one place.

On June 19, the diploma award ceremony for the 6th summer graduating class of Vilnius University Šiauliai Academy took place at the Saulė Concert Hall. Graduates, their parents and relatives, as well as the entire Vilnius University Šiauliai Academy community gathered to celebrate the occasion.

The closing event of the Šiauliai City Economics and Financial Literacy Academy took place, during which students’ achievements, active participation, and acquired knowledge were celebrated. All gymnasium students who completed the academy program were awarded completion certificates and commemorative gifts.

The activities of the Lithuanian Research Council-funded project “Co-creation of the Value of Urban Green Space Ecosystem Services in a Living Lab” (“MIESTOlabas”), implemented at Vilnius University Šiauliai Academy, are gaining momentum. Three Living Lab sessions have already taken place, bringing together representatives from different fields with a shared goal: to better understand the value of Talkša and Salduve Parks for the city, people, and nature, and to jointly explore directions for their sustainable development.

On June 1, 2026, non-formal education teachers from the Šiauliai Center of Technical Creativity gathered for a public lecture by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ieva Bilbokaitė-Skiauterienė, titled 'SELF-ASSESSMENT – The Beginning of a Great Lesson'.

Faculty members from the Šiauliai Academy of Vilnius University presented their research findings at the 34th NISPAcee Annual Conference.

From May 25 to 29, an international scientific conference was held at the Vilnius University Šiauliai Academy, bringing together researchers from Lithuania, Spain, and Italy.

On May 27–29, 2026, the international scientific conference “Creativity in Education and Science as a Space for Dialogue, Inclusion, and Progress” was held at the Mazovian Academy in Płock, Poland. The event brought together researchers from various countries to discuss issues related to creativity, inclusion, and educational change.