{"id":7642,"date":"2024-07-02T05:11:35","date_gmt":"2024-07-02T07:11:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kaunokolegija.lt\/en\/?p=7642"},"modified":"2025-06-02T04:39:53","modified_gmt":"2025-06-02T06:39:53","slug":"significant-achievement-the-european-university-alliance-uninovis-application-was-approved","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kaunokolegija.lt\/en\/significant-achievement-the-european-university-alliance-uninovis-application-was-approved\/","title":{"rendered":"Significant achievement: the European University Alliance UNINOVIS application was approved"},"content":{"rendered":"

Consistently implementing the vision enshrined in the strategy to become an advanced and sustainable European higher education institution, Kauno kolegija took a significant step \u2013 on 28th<\/sup> June <\/span>the<\/span> application of European University Alliance UNINOVIS Data for L.I.F.E. was <\/span>approved<\/span><\/p>\n

This achievement <\/span>is a significant contribution<\/span> to strengthening the Kauno kolegija Higher Education Institution\u2019s (HEI) position on the global stage, conducting joint study programmes, and<\/span> opening up wider opportunities <\/span>both<\/span> for<\/span> lecturers and students to carry out international activities.<\/span> It is equally <\/span>important<\/span> that belonging to this <\/span>alliance<\/span> is a significant achievement in strengthening the scientific potential and achieving the status of a university of applied sciences.<\/span><\/p>\n

An important<\/span> achievement for the Kauno kolegija HEI and the whole sector<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Dr Andrius Brusokas<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

According to Kauno kolegija HEI Director Dr Andrius Brusokas, the approval of the UNINOVIS alliance application is an evaluation of several years of purposeful work in forming a sustainable academic, applied data science-based <\/span>network,<\/span> in which all alliance partners were involved.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2018This achievement of Kauno kolegija HEI is extremely significant and important <\/span>both<\/span> for our institution and the entire Lithuanian higher education sector. At the same time, it is the recognition of Kauno kolegija HEI as a sustainable institution of higher education <\/span>in the international arena<\/span>. Now <\/span>we<\/span> have even wider opportunities to strengthen the quality of studies and develop applied science and art <\/span>at the international level<\/span>. <\/span>I am <\/span>very happy<\/span> with this achievement of Kauno kolegija HEI and the <\/span>work put in by the entire team<\/span> over several years.<\/span> I congratulate my colleagues who trusted these partners a few years ago and purposefully pursued a common goal,\u2019 shares Dr A. Brusokas.<\/span><\/p>\n

In the Kauno kolegija HEI 2021\u20132025 strategy <\/span>the<\/span> vision of becoming an advanced and sustainable European higher education institution has been established. <\/span>The Director of Kauno kolegija HEI says he is glad <\/span>that<\/span> this vision was purposefully followed, together with partners <\/span>in<\/span> creating and forming the UNINOVIS alliance.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2018It is clear that the approval of the application of this alliance contributes significantly to the implementation of Kauno kolegija HEI\u2019s vision and related strategic goals, fostering academic and scientific culture, developing studies and science in an international environment,\u2019 says the Director of Kauno kolegija HEI.<\/span><\/p>\n

He emphasises that when preparing the new strategy of the institution, membership in the <\/span>alliance<\/span> will undoubtedly play <\/span>a very important<\/span> role: \u2018As an example, I can mention joint project activities in certain specific areas, where our partners already have many years of experience in various regions of the world.\u2019<\/span><\/p>\n

The Director of the Kauno kolegija HEI <\/span>Dr<\/span> A. Brusokas <\/span>also<\/span> adds that in the near future in Lithuania, it is <\/span>important<\/span> to form a clear concept of applied scientific research and to widely communicate about the significance and importance of this research in the labour market.<\/span><\/p>\n

Consistent work was a key to <\/span>success<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Dr Inga Stravinskien\u0117<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Vice Director for Organisational Development Dr Inga Stravinskien\u0117 reveals that the application of the UNINOVIS alliance <\/span>was evaluated<\/span> by the experts of the European Commission as extremely high-quality and scored as many as 94 points out of 100. <\/span>Such an evaluation,<\/span> according to her, shows the <\/span>alliance’s<\/span> partners’ strong cooperative relations and targeted outcomes in the international space.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2018It is important to note that the latest achievement is not accidental and is based solely on the orientation to the goals set in this application. This network of partners was forming practically for three years: joint international projects were prepared and won, students\u2019 and lecturers\u2019 exchanges, joint scientific applied research, adaptation of good experiences and other mutual initiatives took place. We created a lot, we believed in what we were creating, and finally, this significant assessment!\u2019 shares Dr I. Stravinskien\u0117 says she is glad that extremely warm, trust-based cooperative relations have <\/span>been established<\/span> between the partners.<\/span><\/p>\n

The <\/span>alliance<\/span> is formed from applied sciences and classical (academic) universities, bringing together <\/span>a particularly large<\/span> community of 125,000 students, 11,000 employees, 57 associates, and social partners.<\/span><\/p>\n

She reminds that in four <\/span>years<\/span> Kauno kolegija HEI will apply for the status of a university of applied sciences, and membership in the UNINOVIS alliance will significantly contribute to <\/span>the pursuit of<\/span> this status.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2018The long-term strategy of this <\/span>alliance<\/span> integrates studies and applied data science, focusing on research and innovation. All the activities provided for in this project will significantly contribute to the pursuit of the status of Kauno kolegija HEI as a university of applied sciences, based on the values \u200b\u200band requirements of the European Higher Education Area and the European Research Area, sustainability goals, green and digital transformation,\u2019 says Vice Director for Organisational Development Dr I. Stravinskien\u0117.<\/span><\/p>\n

International cooperation will become even more <\/span>active<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Jolanta Valiaugien\u0117<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

According to Jolanta Valiaugien\u0117, the International Partnership Development Coordinator of Kauno kolegija HEI, the partnership with the members of the <\/span>alliance<\/span>, which has <\/span>been established<\/span> over several years, should now become even more active, focusing on the implementation of the goals of the UNINOVIS alliance, which ensure the <\/span>wider<\/span> use of data science in all academic fields.<\/span><\/p>\n

She also emphasises that the approval of the alliance application means a greater responsibility not only for the implementation of the goals and tasks provided for in the application but also for the <\/span>long-term agreement of the partners to cooperate in order<\/span> to become a European university.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2018Now that the UNINOVIS alliance application has <\/span>been approved<\/span>, it can affect every department or employee of the Kauno kolegija HEI through joint activities with alliance partners. This <\/span>alliance<\/span> is unique due to the large number of associated partners, including regional government organisations, business associated structures, companies, student self-government organisations, and higher education institutions in other regions of the world,\u2019 shares J. Valiaugien\u0117.<\/span><\/p>\n

She also notes that the participation of Kauno kolegija HEI in the alliance activities <\/span>is also supported<\/span> by its social partners, such as the Kaunas Regional Development Council, Alytus Regional Development Council, Jonava District Municipality, Kaunas Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Crafts, Axioma Metering, Kauno Gr\u016bdai, DigiTech Sector Association INFOBALT, Digital Innovation Hub AgriFood Lithuania, Ministry of Education, Science and Sport.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2018This increases the role of Kauno kolegija HEI as an open and responsible institution of higher education in regional development through cooperation, contributing to the development of innovative and sustainable products, services and technological process innovations,\u2019 adds J. Valiaugien\u0117.<\/span><\/p>\n

Partner of European universities<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Lina Kuraitien\u0117<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The agreement of the leaders of higher education institutions belonging to the <\/span>alliance<\/span> to cooperate in mobilising academic, scientific, human and infrastructure resources <\/span>significantly<\/span> strengthens the capabilities of all alliance members by enriching <\/span>academic<\/span> programmes, expanding research opportunities and creating conditions for new student experiences. Meanwhile, joint activities will have a positive impact on the professional development of employees.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2018For Kauno kolegija HEI to achieve the status of a university of applied sciences, the expanded and established cooperation opportunities in scientific research, combining the resources and expertise of all partners, are particularly relevant. After winning the European Universities Initiative project, greater opportunities for research funding have emerged, i.e. greater opportunities to receive European research funding and grants for the <\/span>activities of the <\/span>alliance<\/span>,\u2019 says J. Valiaugien\u0117.<\/span><\/p>\n

Lina Kuraitien\u0117, Head of the Project Management Unit of Kauno kolegija HEI, notes that in implementing the paradigm of lifelong learning, together with partners, studies and training services focused on the <\/span>needs of the learner<\/span> will be developed.<\/span><\/p>\n

She also points out that higher education institutions participating in the UNINOVIS alliance have agreed to implement innovative teaching <\/span>methods,<\/span> to develop <\/span>common<\/span> study programmes, the implementation of which will give Kauno kolegija HEI students the opportunity to study at several institutions and receive joint diplomas from these higher education institutions. Also, the pooling of resources will expand the range of courses offered <\/span>through the provision of<\/span> micro-credentials.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2018During the project, it <\/span>is planned<\/span> to create study hubs to which students of higher education institutions participating in the UNINOVIS alliance will be able to come physically, acquire certain competencies, and after returning to their country, they <\/span>will be able to<\/span> continue studying remotely. This will make it easier to carry out exchanges and ensure that students will acquire knowledge at the higher education institution that is the strongest in their chosen field,\u2019 adds L. Kuraitien\u0117.<\/span><\/p>\n

UNINOVIS aims to become a source of advanced data science competencies and skills for <\/span>both<\/span> current and future generations, promoting a sustainable and inclusive European society. <\/span>The <\/span>goal of the <\/span>alliance<\/span> is<\/span> to create an international and interdisciplinary European university from seven higher education institutions with <\/span>common<\/span> management, teaching, international relations and research structures.<\/span> The <\/span>alliance<\/span> is focused<\/span> on the <\/span>wider<\/span> use of data science in all academic fields.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

UNINOVIS has four main missions: to provide Lifelong learning in data; to integrate innovation ecosystems for collaborative education and interdisciplinary research around data sciences; to foster green and digital transition for sustainability within the <\/span>Alliance<\/span> and in European society at large; to achieve Excellence in comprehending, analysing, utilising, managing, and safeguarding data.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

UNINOVIS alliance, which unites seven European higher education institutions in France, Lithuania, Germany, Finland, Spain, Italy, Albania (Kauno kolegija Higher Education Institution, Technical University of Applied Sciences W\u00fcrzburg-Schweinfurt, University of Campania Luigi Vanvitelli, Sorbonne Paris Nord University, University of M\u00e1laga, Tampere University of Applied Sciences, University of Tirana) is part of the European Universities initiative of the European Commission. The coordinator of this <\/span>alliance<\/span> is Sorbonne Paris Nord University in France.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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