During the meeting, the participants focused on how EHU should grow and adapt in a changing regional and international higher education environment. Particular attention was given to the role of private higher education institutions in Lithuania and how their governance, financing, and academic models can be further strengthened and tailored to meet contemporary challenges.
A significant part of the discussion was devoted to student financial support. The Rector presented EHU’s updated scholarship framework, which now includes ten different types of scholarships. The University has also reviewed and refined the eligibility criteria to ensure greater transparency, accessibility, and alignment with students’ academic progress and social needs. Special attention was given to Estonia’s financial support for EHU students, which plays a vital role in ensuring access to higher education for those facing significant social or economic challenges. This support provides opportunities for more than 30 students to continue their studies, helping them remain engaged in academic life and successfully complete their degree programs. The Estonian contribution was highlighted as an important example of international cooperation and a meaningful investment in human capital, academic continuity, and educational.
The meeting also addressed ongoing changes in EHU’s studying programs. The University is transitioning from a traditionally faculty-oriented model to a more student-oriented approach, placing greater emphasis on individual learning paths, competencies, and outcomes.
Dr. Vilius Šadauskas highlighted that the EHU Governing Board has recently approved a new Classification of Study Programs. This approach is designed to better connect academic programs with the University’s values, societal mission, and the needs of students and the wider community.
The meeting covered the importance of continued dialogue and cooperation between EHU and international partners, including diplomatic missions, in supporting academic innovation, institutional development, and student success.
