About Us
The Translating Ukraine Summer Institute is guided by a collaborative governance model that brings together partner institutions while ensuring efficient day-to-day operations.
Alliance Council
The Translating Ukraine Alliance Council serves as the initiative's strategic governing body. Composed of representatives from each co-organizing institution, the Council provides overall direction, approves key priorities, and ensures alignment among partners. It meets several times a year to review progress, set long-term goals, and endorse major decisions related to programming, partnerships, and resources.
Executive Board
The Executive Board translates the Council’s strategic direction into an actionable operating plan. It oversees implementation at a high level and is empowered to make timely decisions within the framework established by the Council, ensuring responsiveness and continuity between Council meetings.
Director
The Director leads the Institute’s day-to-day operations and program delivery. This role is responsible for implementing the strategic plan, coordinating across partners, managing activities and timelines, and reporting on progress. The Director ensures that the initiative's mission and standards are consistently upheld in practice.
Program Coordinator
The Program Coordinator supports the Director in the day-to-day running of the initiative's programs. This includes logistical coordination, communication with participants and partners, and assisting with program delivery and administration.
Together, these roles ensure a balance between shared strategic leadership and effective operational management, allowing the Institute to grow while remaining responsive and collaborative.
Our Team
Oleh Kotsyuba, PhD
Director
A literary scholar who specializes in Ukrainian literature of the 20th century, Oleh Kotsyuba is the Director of Publications at Harvard University's Ukrainian Research Institute, where he also oversees the Ukrainica database project. He is also the chief online editor at Krytyka, a leading Ukrainian intellectual journal.
Anna Antonova, PhD
Program Coordinator
A translation specialist, language instructor, and practicing translator, Anna Antonova is a Research Coordinator in the College of Social Sciences and Humanities and an Assistant Lecturer in the Department of Modern Languages and Cultural Studies of the University of Alberta.
Organizers
Canadian Institute of Ukrainian Studies, University of Alberta (CIUS)
Established in 1976, CIUS is a leading global institution dedicated to advancing Ukrainian studies. Its mission encompasses the production, preservation, and dissemination of expert knowledge about Ukraine and Ukrainians in Canada and worldwide. Through research, publications, and educational programs, it fosters a deeper understanding of Ukrainian heritage and contemporary issues.
Ukrainian Research Institute, Harvard University (HURI)
Established in 1973, HURI is a premier academic institution focused on Ukrainian studies. Its mission is to advance knowledge of Ukraine through research, publications, and educational programs. By fostering interdisciplinary scholarship and hosting public events, it promotes a deeper understanding of Ukrainian history, culture, and contemporary affairs.
Cambridge Ukrainian Studies, Cambridge University
Established in 2008, Cambridge Ukrainian Studies is an academic center at the University of Cambridge dedicated to advancing knowledge about Ukraine. Its mission is to promote research and foster dialogue among scholars, artists, and the public worldwide. Through educational programs, public lectures, and cultural events, it explores Ukraine's history, language, and rich heritage.
The Harriman Institute at Columbia University
Established in 1946, the Harriman Institute is a leading academic center at Columbia University focused on Russia, Eurasia, and Eastern Europe. Its mission is to advance knowledge through research, instruction, and dialogue, supporting a vibrant community of scholars. By sponsoring events and educational programs, it fosters a deeper understanding of the region’s histories, cultures, and contemporary issues.
Yale Ukrainian Program at Yale University
Established in 2023, the Yale Ukrainian Program is dedicated to advancing knowledge about Ukraine and its global significance. Its mission is to promote research and foster dialogue among scholars, artists, and the public. Through educational programs, cultural events, and collaborations, it explores Ukraine's history, language, and heritage, contributing to a deeper understanding of the region.
Kolegium Europy Wschodniej (KEW)
Established in 2001, KEW is a non-profit organization based in Wrocław, Poland, dedicated to promoting knowledge of international affairs. Its mission is to build Eastern Europe as a community of free people, viewing Europe as an axiological concept. Through publishing, conferences, and intellectual exchange, it contributes to the development of democratic societies in the region.
DUSS UAlberta Initiative, University of Alberta
Established in 2022, DUSS supports Ukrainian scholars and students affected by the war in Ukraine. Its mission is to provide research funding, tuition assistance, and living support, helping those impacted by war continue their academic work and studies at the University of Alberta. This initiative is a collaboration of multiple university departments and institutes, fostering resilience and academic growth in challenging times.
New Eastern Europe
Established in 2011, New Eastern Europe is a bimonthly English-language magazine based in Kraków, Poland, focused on Central and Eastern European affairs. Its mission is to shape debate, enhance understanding, and foster dialogue on issues facing post-Soviet states. Through its print and online editions, podcasts, and newsletter, it provides in-depth analysis from both Eastern and Western perspectives.
NGO Translatorium
Established in 2016, Translatorium is a non-profit organization based in Khmelnytskyi, Ukraine, dedicated to the translation community and the intersection of art forms. Its mission is to bring together translators and explore translation through diverse artistic expressions. By setting up residencies, implementing artistic projects, and organizing the annual TRANSLATORIUM festival, the NGO provides a platform for creative collaboration.
National Ossolinski Institute (Ossolineum)
Established in 1817 in Lviv, Ossolineum is a Polish cultural foundation, publishing house, archival institute, and research center of national significance. Its mission is to preserve and promote Polish heritage through extensive collections, publications, and cultural initiatives. Now located in Wrocław, the Institute houses a vast array of manuscripts, books, and artworks, serving as a vital resource for scholars and the public.
Shevchenko Scientific Society in the US
Founded in Lviv in 1873, the Shevchenko Scientific Society is a Ukrainian scholarly institution dedicated to advancing research in the humanities and sciences. Reestablished in the United States after World War II, it has served as a key center for Ukrainian studies in the diaspora, supporting publications, conferences, and academic initiatives. Based in New York, the Society continues to promote Ukrainian scholarship and preserve cultural and intellectual heritage for future generations.