Official Conferment of Honorary Doctorate Attributes to American Historian and Writer Timothy Snyder at Karazin University

In Kyiv, a meeting took place between the administration of Karazin University, led by Rector Tetiana Kaganovska and Vice-Rector Anatoliy Babichev, with American historian and writer Timothy Snyder, and Ukraine's Minister of Education and Science, Oksen Liashko.

During the meeting, an honorary doctorate (doctor honoris causa) diploma, a gown, and the sculpture "Per aspera ad astra!" were ceremoniously awarded to Timothy Snyder.

The Minister addressed Timothy Snyder with the following words: 'We are delighted to welcome you here and congratulate you on receiving this gown today from one of the country's leading universities. This is a prestigious university with significant historical importance. It is a great honor for me that this conferment is taking place right here within the ministry.'

Tetiana Kaganovska noted, 'Karazin University continues to operate in the resilient city of Kharkiv, despite all the challenges. We stand strong and confident in our victory. Your lectures, during these times of war, provide support and inspiration. A university embodies education and science, enlightenment, and culture, so our goal is not only to educate professionals but to nurture individuals. We are very grateful that our university now has an Honorary Doctor who serves as an example for our students and inspires Ukrainian youth during these difficult times because they are the future of our country.'

Timothy Snyder expressed his gratitude for the meeting and promised to visit Kharkiv and Karazin University next year.