[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 149 (2003), Part 12]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 15657]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




          50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE SCHOOL OF UKRAINIAN STUDIES

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                        HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, June 19, 2003

  Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor and in recognition 
of the 50th Anniversary of the School of Ukrainian Studies in 
Cleveland, Ohio.
  For more than fifty years, the School of Ukrainian Studies has 
educated thousands of Americans regarding all facets of the Ukraine--
its language, culture, history, customs, religion and art. The School 
fosters a sense of diversity and continuity between the old country and 
new and reflects a vital cultural component that defines our Cleveland 
community--a community that is home to countless Americans whose 
lifelines originate from points around the world--reaching across 
borders, time and distance.
  The School of Ukrainian Studies ensures that the culture of the 
Ukraine remains a conscious and vibrant aspect of the fabric of our 
American community, handed down through the children of each new 
generation. For decades, Ukrainian immigrants have understood the 
significance of assimilation, yet they also share an equally strong 
focus on preserving the ideals and tradition of their beloved Ukraine.
  Mr. Speaker and colleagues, please join me in honoring the 
administrators and students of the School of Ukrainian Studies of 
Cleveland, as they celebrate fifty years of Ukrainian education. 
Cultural diversity is the foundation and light of America--adding 
color; depth and life to our Cleveland community--bridging old world 
and new, connecting our past to today. As Americans, our shared 
commitment to celebrate and preserve our many lands of origin unites 
us.

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