“March 9 marks the 208th anniversary of the birth of Ukrainian poet Taras Shevchenko and together with vice-rectors, directors of educational and research institutes as well as deans of faculties we honored the memory of a prominent Ukrainian who laid a solid foundation for building a democratic and highly educated Ukrainian state.
Our land has given the world a great genius whose word is as strong as weapons. Kobzar fought all his life for freedom and independence, was and still is a symbol of resistance to Russian expansion. Now Taras Shevchenko inspires millions of people, his prophetic words give strength to new heroes-defenders. We must preserve and carry his word to every Ukrainian.
“Keep fighting — you are sure to win!
God helps you in your fight!
For fame and freedom march with you,
And right is on your side!”
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“And in our land, by faith retrieved,
No foemen shall be brought to birth,
Mothers and sons shall show their worth
And love shall reign throughout the earth”
Everything will be Ukraine!
Glory to Ukraine!” – commented Rector Volodymyr Onyshchenko.
