Matiss Rozlapa

Rīga Stradiņš University

Rīga Stradiņš University (RSU) is open to new challenges, creative people and new ideas, which can ensure the highest quality in any field. RSU acquired its status as a university in 2002, however its historical roots extend back to the Riga Medical Institute, founded in 1950 and in 1990 it was renamed as the Medical Academy of Latvia. The vast majority of medical professionals working in various fields in Latvia have acquired their education at Rīga Stradiņš University. Today Rīga Stradiņš University trains not only doctors, dentists, pharmacists and nurses, but also experts in rehabilitation, public healthcare, law and social sciences, including political scientists, international relation experts, economists, sociologists, psychologists, journalists, PR and other experts. RSU vision: A modern, prestigious university, recognized in Europe and worldwide with a human as its main value. Our mission is: Prepare highly qualified research staff, support outstanding science and effective transfer of technology to promote innovation and increase the global competitiveness of RSU.