Vilnius Universityvu Established In 1579Is Lithuania S Oldest Higher Education Institution And One Of The Oldest In Northern And Eastern Europeoriginally Founded As A Jesuit Academyit Has Evolved Into A Comprehensive University Offering A Wide Range Of Programs Across 14 Facultiesincluding Humanitiessciencesand Professional Disciplines Like Medicine And Lawvu Serves Over 18 000 Students And Emphasizes Research In Areas Such As Astronomylinguisticsand Biomedical Sciences The University Features A Historic Library With A Vast Collection And An Active Publishing Arm Through Vilnius University Pressit Engages In International Collaborationhosting Erasmusexchanges And Participating In Global Research Networksvu Is Also Known For Its Baroque Era Architectureincluding The Church Of Stjohnswhich Is Recognized As A Unesco Associated Landmarkthe University Aims To Enhance Its Global Standing While Maintaining Its Rich Academic Traditions
