Excursions through time ⛰️
Over two different weekend days, we explored five historic sites around Lviv — ruins, a castle and multiple churches. We’re travelling from the 7th to the... Read more.
Heroiam Slava: the Price of Dignity 🦸
In the words of Yaroslav Hrytsak during his lecture: “Nations create war; war creates nations“. The Ukrainian people did not choose this war, but they... Read more.
Half-way through 🥲
After three weeks, I’m halfway through the course, so I can review my progress. I’m also saying goodbye to participants, (and teachers and tutors) who... Read more.
Fun with friends 🤳
The language course itself offers a great many friends and excursions, but I also do fun stuff with friends not from the SOUL language course. One friend living... Read more.
Making friends at school 🤝
All the Ukrainians I’ve met are incredibly hospitable and easy to talk to. My fellow language students are just as friendly. All in all, the vibes are good... Read more.
Studying in war 🚨
The war directly impacts Ukrainians in many ways I cannot fathom as a foreigner — I will elaborate on that in another post. The war does impact me still, though.... Read more.
The ancient city of Lviv 🦁
Lviv radiates history and culture. The city center mostly radiates liveliness and culture, whereas the cemeteries nearby invite us to learn the price to get here.... Read more.
The art of nations 🖌️
In ancient Ukrainian history, a well-educated noble could entertain guests with poetry and musical accompaniment ad hoc. Poetry is particular important to the foundation... Read more.
The UCU campus (life) 🏫
Lviv is an old city, but it’s growing and developing. This juxtaposition between old and new is visible everywhere — also at the university. The language... Read more.
Class begins! 👩🏫
Monday’s placement tests would result in a division of students in groups on Tuesday. Groups had two or three students with similar skills and needs, one dedicated... Read more.