Faculty news

Mathematics, a slower pace of life, and less chaos – this is how Dr. Daniele Ettore Otera’s life looks today. Originally from Sicily, the Vilnius University Faculty of Mathematics and Informatics (VU MIF) scientist moved to Lithuania thirteen years ago with his Lithuanian wife and decided to stay. According to D. Otera, Vilnius is a great city to raise children. He is fascinated by the greenery of the capital and appreciates the much lower level of bureaucracy compared to his homeland.

Originally from the Marche region in central Italy, Dr. Marco Marcozzi has been living in Lithuania for several years. At the Faculty of Mathematics and Informatics (VU MIF) of Vilnius University, he contributes to research in the field of quantum technologies. M. Marcozzi shares his experiences and impressions of life in Lithuania and is convinced that living abroad pushes you out of your comfort zone.

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Hailing from a small village near Milan, Nicolo Pellegrinelli is studying International Cybersecurity and Cyber Intelligence. This unique study program stands out because students spend each semester in a different country. The second semester is hosted by Vilnius University (VU). Nicolo is happy that the program has allowed him to combine two of his passions: cybersecurity and travel.

The graduation season is just around the corner, when St Johns’ Church and other venues chosen for the official diploma-awarding ceremonies will be filled with the joyful bustle of graduates. As we approach this celebration, please be reminded that you are welcome to wear a VU cap during the ceremony.

Giovanni Menon, originally from Padua, a city near Venice, came to Lithuania for his master’s studies – he is currently pursuing a degree in International Cybersecurity and Cyber Intelligence. This unique study program stands out because students spend each semester in a different country. The second semester is hosted by Vilnius University (VU).

The Graduation Ceremony of the Faculty of Mathematics and Informatics will take place on 30th of June, 10:00 am in the Church of St. Johns in the Old Town (Šv. Jono g. 12, Vilnius 01123).

AI2SEP project meeting and study visit took place in Vilnius from May 6th to 8th, 2025. Hosted by the Faculty of Mathematics and Informatics at Vilnius University, the three-day event brought together academic and industry partners for a series of engaging discussions, knowledge sharing, and cultural activities.