The Blog for (Interdisciplinary) Polish and Ukrainian Studies is an academic platform of the Viadrina Centre of Polish and Ukrainian Studies (VCPU). This blog builds on the experience of the Polish Studies Blog (Pol-Int) and serves to network different research institutions and to transfer knowledge about the region from different disciplines to the general public.
Each month, an institution specializing in Ukrainian and/or Polish studies takes over the thematic moderation of the blog. Editorial coordination is provided by the VCPU. Interdisciplinary approaches are essential for a full understanding of the multifaceted nature of Polish, Ukrainian and Eastern European studies. By integrating insights from history, literature, politics, sociology, anthropology, economics and more, we can unravel interconnected narratives, challenge conventional wisdom and open up new avenues of exploration.
Our blog features a wide range of content, including academic articles, opinion pieces, book reviews, interviews and open forums. From in-depth analyses of historical events to contemporary cultural phenomena, we’ll explore topics such as identity politics, linguistic dynamics, diaspora communities, geopolitical shifts and much more.