In this course, the students will master significant details and interpretations of Ukrainian history from its origins to the modern times. They will also learn how to articulate significant questions and become a clearer thinker. 

Dr. Brezina taught Slavic (Czech, Slovak, Polish, Serbian, Russian, and Ukrainian) history at various university prep schools in Europe and the United States and as well as at several American colleges and universities.

There are many sources that are used for teaching the history of Ukraine in this course. Dr. Brezina studied various primary and secondary sources (articles, books, dissertations, etc.) during his years as a teacher and professor of history that will allow him to interpret the Ukranian history objectively and address the full range of a variety of peoples' histories and historical perspectives. For example, he will draw from four books: The Gates of Europe by Serhii Plokhy, Red Famine by Anne Applebaum, Bloodlands by Timothy Snyder, and Central Europe by Lonnie R. Johnson. (However, Dr. Brezina does not require students to purchase or use these books.)