Why is it worth joining the Students’ Council? Three students share their stories
What does the Student Council at Vilnius Business College do? Do they just meet to chat or organize something? Is it just a small group that doesn’t let others in, or can you propose your own ideas? Why even join it if you’re busy with work and studies? Three active members from the Business Management and Marketing program by the Team Academy method share their experiences about VBC Students‘ Council. Find out how they joined it, what the challenges did they face, and what did they learn!
K. Taurosaite: “Here, everyone feels more relaxed, making it easy to connect.”
“When my groupmate invited me to participate in the Students‘ Council (SC) (https://www.kolegija.lt/sa/), I wondered what I had gotten myself into, asking why I needed extra work. But the activities quickly picked up, and I got involved. Now, I’m happy to be here. I even look forward to lectures more because I know other students better,” says Karolina Taurosaitė, a third-year student.
R. Taurosaite at students’ camp Oscars, 2024, photo – VBC SC
The SC has become a place for her to test her skills in marketing, especially in creating visuals. Karolina wanted hands-on experience to see if this kind of work suited her. Most of the photos and visual content you see on the SC’s social media channels are her creations. “At first, I was afraid it wouldn’t be well received, but now I’m not worried. I see my work improving,” she says.
Karolina is pleased that the SC provides an environment of active people in an informal setting, where it’s much easier to meet new students from other study programmes. According to her, these contacts become valuable if, while launching a business idea, you need someone from another field. “Everyone feels more relaxed here, which makes communication easier. I even made close friends. It’s a great place to try new things, and you might unexpectedly discover what you want to do in life,” adds K. Taurosaite.
I. Rutkute: “In the Students‘ Council, I found what I want to do after my studies”
“Even before enrolling in college, I knew I wanted to get involved in SC activities, whatever they may be. I thought it would look good on my CV, and I’d gain practical experience in applying the knowledge I learned at college,” says second-year student Ieva Rutkute.
I. Rutkute e at students’ camp Oscars, 2024, photo – VBC SC
She followed through on that decision. After joining the SC, Ieva was unexpectedly given a task with something she absolutely did not want to do – to write about the Halloween event. “I didn’t like writing at all. I had bad experience in the past. My first attempt was rough, but naturally, I kept being assigned to write for social media, emails, and event descriptions. This changed my perspective on writing. Now I enjoy it so much that after college, I’m thinking about going into journalism,” Ieva shared her unexpected story.
Actively participating in event organization and idea generation, she has learned how to work in a team and understands the importance of meeting deadlines. Asked what she would say to students considering joining the SC, she responds: “I think it’s intimidating for everyone at first. But soon, everyone finds their place and what they want to do. Joining isn’t as scary as it seems.”
N. Ramaska: “I learned how to work in a team”
Third-year student Nojus Ramaska recalls how curiosity helped him overcome doubts during his first days in the SC: “I remember that on the very first night, the SC president B. Kuprys and I created the event schedule for the entire year. I realized that the right group of people is unstoppable!”
N. Ramaska (right side) in Higher Education Fair, Kaunas, 2024, photo – Vilnius Business College archive
Today, he is the president’s right-hand man, assisting with various tasks: finding partners, organizing events, solving problems, and more. After two years of active involvement, he has gained new acquaintances and learned the importance of teamwork and how each team member’s contribution matters. “These are my last academic years, and I want them to be the best, with the best events. Afterward, I’ll have to find someone to replace me,” Nojus joked.
According to him, the SC is open to students of all grades because they often need additional help. “If you have an idea you want to bring to life, we’ll help you make it happen. And if you feel lost and aren’t sure what to do in life or in the SA, here you can try everything and find what you enjoy,” N. Ramaška is convinced.
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