Kyiv-Mohyla Academy hosted the first session of the Third Congress of Historians of Ukraine, Poland, Lithuania, and Belarus. The forum focuses primarily on the early modern history of these nations. The first Congress was held in Vilnius, the second in Warsaw. Representatives from Belarus were absent for obvious reasons.

Congratulations to the National University of Kyiv-Mohyla Academy on the start of the new academic year! This year, 1,422 new Bachelor students and 554 Master students joined NaUKMA across all faculties –a true testament to the Academy’s growth, excellence, and enduring spirit.

In 1992, the Kyiv-Mohyla Academy reopened its doors, reviving the traditions of a free and independent university. For 34 years since, it has remained a place of knowledge, critical thought, and community - where ideas for Ukraine’s future are born.

We wait for summer to relax and rest, but this summer is not a time to rest for us. The war, major university projects, and rallies by the country’s young generation defending freedom and democracy are at the center of our attention.

Even during the war, while witnessing history, rooted in tradition, the enduring spirit of resilience and commitment to education was proudly displayed at this year’s convocation at Kyiv-Mohyla Academy.   For security reasons, the convocation ceremonies took place for each school and department separately during two days. 

At the invitation of Mathias Möschel, Dean of the Department of Legal Studies at Central European University (Vienna, Austria), Volodymyr Venher, dean of the Law Faculty at the National University of Kyiv-Mohyla Academy (NaUKMA), delivered a public lecture titled “Rule of Lawin Wartime.”

As I write this greeting, Kyiv has been deluged by missiles. The air is filled with smoke. But our KMA is standing proudly just a block from the Dnipro River, and our people at the university are proudly returning to their campus and continuing their work. We salute them for their courage, perseverance, patriotism and human values.

On May 4, 2025, a major event to honor the 410th anniversary of Kyiv-Mohyla Academy was held at the Ukrainian Cultural Center in Chicago. Academics, diplomats, philanthropists, alumni, and friends gathered to honor the university and its historic role in preparing leaders for the nation.

As we embark on the 410th anniversary of Kyiv-Mohyla Academy, we extend our warmest spring greetings to you, when we celebrate Easter, a feast of love, hope, and rebirth. As Ukraine celebrates Easter amidst the ongoing violence of war, we remain resolute in our fight for freedom against the invader. The everlasting spirit of the Ukrainian nation is the cornerstone of our victory.

This year, we celebrate the 410th anniversary of Kyiv Mohyla Academy. We invite you to join us in this celebration on Sunday, May 4th, at the Ukrainian Cultural Center in Chicago, or virtually through a video that we will share.

On January 14, the Kyiv-Mohyla Academy Foundation in America (KMFA) hosted a charity concert at City Winery Chicago to support the Veterans Leadership Center for Education and Mental Rehabilitation.

As we prepare for the upcoming holidays, I want to take a moment to personally thank you for your support of our beloved Kyiv-Mohyla Academy. Your dedication to Ukraine and to the students, faculty members and scholars has been unwavering, especially at this difficult time of war. You are a vital part of what makes the National University Kyiv-Mohyla Academy a premier university of Ukraine.

At a time when there is so much pain in the world, let us be thankful for all that is good in our lives, for the opportunity to gather with loved ones, and be thankful for our vibrant and remarkable community of extraordinary students, faculty, and staff at Kyiv-Mohyla Academy.

Since its founding in 1615, Kyiv-Mohyla Academy has navigated countless historical trials, steadfastly upholding the values of freedom, enlightenment, human rights, innovation, and Ukrainian identity.

In September 2024, the Kyiv-Mohyla Foundation successfully raised $42,000 USD to provide tuition for 42 children, ages 15-17, who have lost loved ones and homes due to the war. These children, classified as “internally displaced,” are the sons and daughters of Ukraine’s military members who have lost their lives or been wounded.

Ivanna, a 16 year old girl who attended the 2023-24 "Individual Trajectory of a Leader" program for the children of fallen Defenders of Ukraine, wrote a letter that brings us face to face with reality. 

We celebrate the new academic year at KMA with hope and pride for the next generation of Ukrainian leaders. This year more than 1900 new students entered studies at the Kyiv-Mohyla Academy!

KMA Alumni raised 120,000 UAH (3000 $) for the Scholarship Fund during the KMA Alumni Reunion.

Kyiv-Mohyla Academy hosted extraordinary guests. Valerii Zaluzhnyi, Ambassador of Ukraine to the United Kingdom and former Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Ambassador of Ukraine to the United States Oksana Markarova, and Ambassador of Ukraine to Canada Yulia Kovaliv, met with faculty and students.

Marta Farion, Kyiv-Mohyla Foundation’s President speaks at the Captive Nations Summit in Washington. The Conference was co-sponsored by the Ukrainian Institute, Ukraine’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ukraine House, the President’s Fund, and the Ministry of Education and Science. The role of Ambassador Oksana Markarova and First Secretary Kateryna Smagliy, was key to the success and professionalism of the conference. Both diplomats are graduates of Kyiv-Mohyla Academy.