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Lithuanian University of Health Sciences – 30 years of international experience

Year: 2020
Type: article
Abstract: In 2020 Lithuanian University of Health Sciences (LSMU) celebrates 30 years in International Studies. The long path towards the future vision was started by 17 international students from Lebanon who came to Kaunas for Medicine studies in English. Today LSMU international student’s population reaches more than 1100 students from 71 country. In the QS World University Rankings LSMU have reached a 115 place in EECA and the 4th position for international students in the region with a maximum point. LSMU offers various adaptational programs for International Students starting with long lasting surveys of Psychological adaptation in International Students, well-built Mentoring program, Tutoring, Student Ambassador and Parent Ambassador programs to psychological counselling for international students. All these programs were created to ease the adaptation processes for international students in LSMU. Another important strategic goal - is internationally competitive alumni. Internationalization is a priority - the way that University chooses and follows.
Language: Lithuanian
Subfield: Communication
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W7132620431
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