COURSE CURRICULUM

The Ukrainian program offers a diverse range of courses that provide students with both language skills and cultural knowledge. Introductory courses such as UKRN 1312: Introductory Ukrainian I focus on developing foundational language proficiency. Students then explore various aspects of Ukrainian culture, history, and literature through courses like UKRN 2200: Ukrainian Myth, Rites and Rituals, and UKRN 2780: Ukrainian Culture from 1900 to the Present. The program also emphasizes the Ukrainian diaspora experience with courses such as UKRN 2410: Ukrainian Canadian Cultural Experience, helping students understand the contributions of Ukrainians in North America. More specialized topics include UKRN 2800: Literature and Revolution in Ukraine and UKRN 2820: Holodomor and Holocaust in Ukrainian Literature and Culture, which examine significant historical events and their cultural impact. For advanced students, courses like UKRN 3952: Advanced Ukrainian Conversational Practice and UKRN 3100: Ukrainian Story Writing Through the Ages offer opportunities to refine language skills and engage creatively with Ukrainian literary traditions. The program also highlights gender perspectives through UKRN 3970: Women and Ukrainian Literature. Overall, the course offerings provide a well-rounded understanding of the Ukrainian language, culture, and historical experiences.