VU Structure
Rector
Prof. Rimvydas Petrauskas, Rector of Vilnius University
The essential idea of the Rector's program is to empower the university as a wise and creative community based on consensus and trust. The Rector considers the orientation of studies towards the development of a full-fledged and creative personality, the development of interdisciplinary and international research, and the strengthening of the university's role in society and the country to be the main priorities.
VU Senate
The Senate of Vilnius University is a collegial body that ensures freedom of culture, science, and teaching, and supervises the compliance of the University's academic activities with its mission and objectives.
VU Council
The Council of Vilnius University is a collegial body that ensures the autonomy and self-governance of the University, the quality of its activities, and compliance with the University's mission and public accountability requirements.
Faculties, Institutes, Centres
The departments of Vilnius University combine science, creativity, and community spirit – faculties and research centers encourage the pursuit of knowledge, while libraries, cultural, sports, and administrative centers take care of the community's daily life, inviting people to learn, improve, and collaborate.