That’s it, folks! The Ukrainian language course in Lviv is officially over, and so my time in Lviv has ended. I’m looking back to the time of my life!
russians send their regards 🖕
Ukraine has been suffering more intense air attacks by russia since the last few weeks — particularly 9 and 12 July. It’s not just ‘news’ — it’s noticeable for me personally, even in the ‘relatively safe’ city of Lviv.
More fun with friends 🎊
Once again I’ve been fortunate to experience Ukrainian culture via my Ukrainian friend: seeing a performance, buying a vyshyvanka, having a typical Ukrainian dinner, and visiting the open-air museum.
The War Punches Through
A reflection by Lauren on the impact of the war, especially on young men, and the memorialization of young people.
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.
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 school/faculty that offers the language course was officially established in 2002. And yet, the university’s predecessor goes back to 1928 — meaning the Soviets had time to leave their mark too.