VU Lights Up Its Building in Ukrainian Flag Colors for Ukraine Independence Day

On Wednesday, August 24, a special projection of the Ukrainian flag was lit up on the central facade of the Vilnius University (VU) building (Universiteto St. 3) on the occasion of the Independence Day of Ukraine. Residents and guests of the capital will be able to see the light installation until August 29.

"From a historical point of view (though not only history is essential here), after the collapse of the Soviet Empire, Ukraine finally realized the right and will of the Ukrainian nation to become an independent state. The road of thirty years was winding, with missed opportunities and great turns. But the general direction chosen by Ukrainians was clear and consolidated in many political manifestos, from the Orange Revolution to the Maidan resistance movement.

After February 24, it is clear that a new stage of history has begun in Ukraine. Ukraine has finally established itself in the world. Ukrainian flags hang on the facades and balconies of public and private houses, even in the most distant European cities and towns. From the periphery, Ukraine has become the centre, where the fate of Ukraine is decided not only. August 24 is a holiday for all of us," VU rector prof. Rimvydas Petrauskas.

The authors of the light projection are UAB Korgas.

VU invites all interested members of the VU community, citizens, and business representatives to contribute to supporting the Ukrainian academic community. Donations can be made on the VU Foundation website. The money donated will reach those members of the academic community in Ukraine who need it most. You can read more about VU's support for Ukraine here.