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Noble Sentiments and the Rise of Russian Novels: A European Literary History by Hilde Hoogenboom

Hoogenboom "..show[s] how novelists adapted the European conversation about duty to their quest for a meaningful life…[she] examines how Russians 
created a new literature against substantial odds: 90 per cent of novels published in Russia through the 1850s were foreign."
 

ASU Durham Hall Room 240
851 S Cady Mall, Tempe, AZ 85281
FEB 18 at 12:00 PM

Graphic from book cover of Noble Sentiments by Hilde Hoogenboom

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The Russia Disruption: Domestic and Foreign Policy Challenges of Dealing with Putin

The Russia Disruption series in April 2021 is hosted by the Phoenix Committee, Santa Fe Council, and ASU Melikian Center, focusing on Russian, Eurasian, and East European studies.

Apr. 8, 2021
Eastern Europe Event Fmr Soviet Union Governance Power and Political Dissent Education International Relations Russian Political Science Russia

Cinematic emotions: From the Soviet avant-garde to Stalinism

This event explores the evolution of film emotions from the Soviet avant-garde era to Stalinist cinema, highlighting changes in thematic focus and style.

Apr. 2, 2021
Cultural Heritage and Identity Eastern Europe Event Fmr Soviet Union Art/Music Education Interdisciplinary Russian Russia

Coal, Renewables and Protest: Ethnographic Perspectives on Energy in Kosovo

Nita Luci, at the University of Prishtina in Kosovo, leads the Department of Anthropology, teaches Energy and Society, and directs a global research project.

Apr. 1, 2021
Anthropology Balkans Cultural Heritage and Identity Event Violence Trauma and Reconciliation Education Kosovo Women's Studies

Democracy Promotion and America's Role in the World: A Conversation with Ambassador Michael McFaul

A discussion with Ambassador McFaul on America's role in promoting democracy and human rights globally, including U.S. moral authority and mechanisms for support.

Apr. 1, 2021
Belief Dissent and Political Pluralism Cultural Heritage and Identity Event Governance Power and Political Dissent International Relations Political Science Public Health/Medicine

The Wild Fields (2018): A Film Discussion

The Wild Fields (2018) is a Ukrainian film adaptation of Serhiy Zhadan's novel Voroshilovhrad, depicting a man's return to Donbass to aid his family amidst complex situations.

Mar. 18, 2021
Cultural Heritage and Identity Eastern Europe Event Literature Ukrainian Ukraine

Creative Horizons: Art in the Post-Soviet Era - Featuring Artist Szabolcs KissPal

Hungarian artist Szabolcs KissPál, based in Budapest, explores social and political themes, critiquing both communism and capitalism. His media include photography and sculpture. An interview precedes a Q&A on March 10.

Mar. 10, 2021
Eastern Europe Event Art/Music Hungarian Hungary Political Science Sociology

The Russia Disruption: Assassination at Home and Abroad

Russia is accused of assassinating political opponents. Alexei Navalny, poisoned with Novichok, was detained upon his return to Russia, sparking widespread protests and arrests. This raises questions about Russia's political system and Putin's power.

Feb. 24, 2021
Eastern Europe Event Fmr Soviet Union Governance Power and Political Dissent Migration Displacement and Diaspora Violence Trauma and Reconciliation International Relations Law Russian Political Science Russia

Film Discussion: Volcano (2018): Directed by Roman Bondarchuk

Spring 2021 Ukrainian Film Series curated by Jacob Lassin, a Postdoctoral fellow at the Melikian Center, showcased Ukrainian cinema.

Feb. 18, 2021
Eastern Europe Event Education Ukrainian Ukraine

The Balkans: Where the U.S. and Europe Meet - A Virtual Discussion

Gabriel Escobar will discuss U.S. strategic engagement in the Balkans, highlighting collaboration with the EU to enhance regional security, focusing on civic, government, and economic aspects in relation to broader U.S. European policy.

Feb. 16, 2021
Balkans Cultural Heritage and Identity Event History International Relations Political Science Serbia

Ethos in Context

This event discusses the impact of the Netflix drama TV series 'Ethos' in Turkey, highlighting its critical acclaim and popularity.

Feb. 4, 2021
Cultural Heritage and Identity Eastern Europe Event Communications Turkey

Creative Horizons: Art in the Post-Soviet Era - Vladimir Tsesler

Vladimir Tsesler, a Belarusian designer and artist, graduated from the Belarusian State Academy of Arts, majoring in Design.

Jan. 27, 2021
Belief Dissent and Political Pluralism Eastern Europe Event Governance Power and Political Dissent Art/Music Belarusian Belarus Education

Ethos, Discussions of the Turkish TV series

Yasin Basaran, a Fulbright FLTA from Turkey at ASU, led a discussion on the Turkish TV drama 'Ethos' during 2020-21.

Jan. 21, 2021
Central Asia Cultural Heritage and Identity Eastern Europe Event Education International Relations Turkey