2022 07 01
Arvydas Andrijauskas, Lina & Danas Tvarijonavičius Awarded the Honourable Name of Vilnius University Patron
On 1 July, at the end of the academic year ceremony Finis Anni Academici, Arvydas Andrijauskas and the family of Lina and Danas Tvarijonavičius were awarded the honourable names of Vilnius University Patrons.
Arvydas Andrijauskas
"The President of the Senate mentioned the word freedom. And I remembered an episode when during a lecture, a course mate whispered some nonsense. The thing that stuck with me the most was the lecturer's reaction to it. He calmly said, "Judging by what you said, Einstein was wrong. Try to prove it, colleague". For the freedom that has always existed! For encouraging us to think, to question and to strive!", said Arvydas Andrijauskas, philanthropist, major shareholder, Chairman of the Board and CEO of the book publishing and trading group Alma Littera, as he received the statue.
Danas & Lina Tvarijonavičius
Danas Tvarijonavičius, who spoke on behalf of the family, emphasised that the students now entering life have had a difficult year and challenges. "The world has not seen a pandemic like this for over 100 years, nor has Europe seen a war like this for over 80 years. It is only in the face of these events that we realise the fragility of our existence and the uncertainty of our future. A new generation will face new challenges and new tasks. For this, the knowledge you take with you is crucial," said Danas Tvarijonavičius, philanthropist, Chairman of the Board and shareholder of Roquette Amilina.
Finis Anni Academici
Philanthropists donated at least EUR 300,000 to the VU endowment fund, additionally finance other targeted projects, and contribute their time, expertise and knowledge to strengthen the VU Foundation. We are delighted with the recognition of our donors.
More news
2024 10 21
On World Photonics Day, the VU Foundation and VU Faculty of Physics announce the Prof. A. P. Piskarskas Postdoctoral Fellowship Competition
See more
2024 10 17
The Žabolis Family Donates 100,000 Euros to the Named Prof. Algis Petras Piskarskas Endowment Subfund
See more
2024 09 24
The Stabingis Family Donates 50,000 Euros to the Vilnius University Foundation
See more
2024 09 04
The Results of the 2024 Competition by the VU Foundation: Additional Funding for Five Promising Researchers
See more