Ukraine in Europe: culture, borders, identity

In the context of the Russian-Ukrainian war, the issues of borders and territories have become particularly important for Ukraine. The purpose of this course is to present and discuss selected literary and artistic reflections on these issues in the work of Ukrainian artists. During the lectures and seminars, we will examine works representing Ukraine’s frontier discourse and its relations with neighboring countries that included certain parts of Ukraine’s current territory at different times. Using the concepts of border aesthetics, you will learn about the creation of Ukraine’s cultural subjectivity in Europe, particularly in Germany, after World War II. Finally, you will gain insight into contemporary artistic interpretations of the theme of borders that imply transregional perspectives and diverse intercultural dialogues.

Duration: 21.10.24 to 03.02.25

Time: Wednesdays 10 am.- 12 pm. (CET)  

ECTS: 3

Application Course (AC): Students apply knowledge to gain experience and generate societal transformative impact in limited scope.

Lecturer: Tetiana Shestopalova