Socio-political challenges in the Western Balkans, emphasizing the need for pragmatic solutions and democratic reforms to enhance stability and integration in South-Eastern Europe.

Melikian Center graduate affiliate and master’s student of Liberal Studies reports from Ukraine. Over winter break, Rob “Pyotr” Cuthbert, master’s student of Liberal Studies at ASU 

A deeply personal account of life under state repression in contemporary Xinjiang. Blending poetic insight with journalistic clarity, Izgil documents the escalating surveillance, fear, and erasure faced by the Uyghur community.

Professor Danko Sipka at ASU unveils a book exploring the cultural and linguistic history of Slavic languages, detailing their origins, evolution, and cultural significance across various regions and historical periods.

CLI Alumnus Ashley Coogan Applies her Language Learning Achievements. There are many students who are achieving great success at Arizona State University, but Ashley Coogan is one of the Critical Language Institute’s stand-out students. 

This book explores the concept of witchcraft in early modern Poland, offering interpretations based on over 200 witch trials. It examines literature, law, and religious contexts, providing a comprehensive historical and demonological analysis.

The book examines post-authoritarian Latvia and South Africa, comparing their efforts to decolonize production and trade. It blends political economy and ecocultural heritage studies, offering insights on alternative trade and development theories in the face of global crises.

Margaret Atwood's 'The Handmaid's Tale' is analyzed as speculative fiction reflecting historical and current totalitarian practices. The novel critiques gender roles, religious misuse, and portrays rebellion within dystopia, emphasizing storytelling as a form of resistance.

CLI Alumnus Kevin Morris on Language Learning's Crucial Role in Balkan Democracy. For over thirty years, Arizona State University's Melikian Center has been providing students with diverse opportunities for engaging in language learning

A novel focusing on the harsh realities of manual labor and re-education during the Cultural Revolution. It explores themes of censorship, the power of literature, and the impact of Western culture through the lives of re-educated youths.

Melikian Center leads as PCFR's Top Corporate Sponsor. As the holiday season began to unfold its festive embrace, the Melikian Center found itself adorned with a particularly special accolade over the recent weekend.