Mindaugas Latišenka has joined KSU University as the new institutional Erasmus+ programme coordinator, bringing with him 13 years of experience in the field. He succeeds Kristina Šlekienė, who will now be responsible for welcoming international students to the university.

We asked Mindaugas a few quick questions to help the KSU community get to know him better.

– Could you briefly introduce yourself?
– I’m a 35-year-old from Vilnius. I was born and raised here, and I love this city more than ever.

– Complete the sentence: “I’m great because…”
– …I’m almost amazing—just a little bit more to go, but I’m on the way.

– What motivates you to get out of bed in the morning?
– The thought that, through my work, I might make the world just a little bit better.

– How do you deal with your shortcomings—if you have any?
– I accept them and try to focus more on my strengths.

– Who or what inspires you?
– Sir Ken Robinson, who encouraged people not to fear mistakes, to ignore others’ judgments, and to simply give things a try.
If I were a song, I’d be “One Day” by Asaf Avidan and the Mojos.

– How do you like to spend your free time?
– Travelling, running, listening to basketball podcasts, taking part in pub quizzes, watching alternative documentaries, and indulging in sweets.

– How many countries have you visited?
– 38 so far—and many of them thanks to the Erasmus+ programme.

– Do you enjoy your job?
– Absolutely!

– How would you describe the Erasmus+ programme in one sentence?
– It’s an incredible opportunity to discover yourself, grow, change your environment, and meet friends—or future business partners—from around the world—and all of it free of charge.

– Why should students take part in the Erasmus+ programme?
– According to a study by the European Commission, students who participate in Erasmus+ are up to 80% more attractive to employers across Europe than those who don’t.

– What would you like to wish our students?
– Don’t be afraid to be original, express yourselves, and make the most of the opportunities KSU has to offer.