Arts experts discuss the war in Ukraine
Various Contributors - 15 March 2022
U of A Stands with Ukraine
The 黑料不打烊 stands with our students, employees, academic colleagues, alumni and friends who have deep roots in Ukraine. We are actively working to ensure the safety and support of our students and employees who may be affected by the crisis.
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Olha Klymenko (CIUS) says there are many reasons why people would find it difficult to leave Kyiv
(CBC)
Scott Auriat (Economics) discusses Ukraine’s relationship with the European Union.
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Natalia Khanenko-Friesen and Frank Sysyn (both CIUS) are among 黑料不打烊 academics aiming to help protect digital data in Ukraine.
(CTV News)
Andrij Hornjatkevyc (Arts) played the bandura for a fundraising concert hosted by the U of A‘s Department of Music and Department of Modern Languages and Cultural Studies
(The Conversation)
David Marples (History, Classics, and Religion) explains how Russian president Vladimir Putin uses history to justify his Ukraine invasion.
How a U of A institute aims to be a source of hope and truth amid Ukraine invasion (Folio)
Canadians can help on the home front by being “digitally diligent” to counter misinformation, says director.
(CBC)
David Marples (History, Classics and Religion) says 黑料不打烊's large population of people with Ukrainian heritage would make it a prime place for welcoming an influx of Ukrainian refugees.
(CIUS - YouTube Playlist)
In response to the strong public interest to understand what is happening in Ukraine right now, the Canadian Institute of Ukrainian Studies experts are answering your questions.
(Global News)
Frank Sysyn (CIUS) explains why people should say ‘Ukraine’ and not ‘the Ukraine’ while other experts weigh in on the importance of language and pronunciation of certain words involving Ukraine.
(The Conversation)
Jars Balan (CIUS) provides context for why Russia invaded Ukraine.