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Explaining Ukraine
Time to rethink Russian cultural imperialism - with Vitaly Chernetsky
Apr 12, 2024
Vitaly Chernetsky, a Professor at the University of Kansas, discusses the need to rethink Russian cultural imperialism. Topics include challenges in understanding Russia's actions, combating epistemic injustice, and addressing offensive stereotypes in Ukrainian studies. The conversation also explores Russian cultural imperialism through an orientalist lens, critiques historical narratives, and provides recommendations for further reading.
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- Reframing academia to address Russian imperialism requires overcoming resistance and reframing traditional approaches.
- Emphasis on sameness in Russian imperialism reveals a unique assimilation strategy to dominate diverse cultures.
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Challenge of Dominant Russian Perspective in Western Academia
Despite a rising interest in Ukrainian culture post-invasion, the dominance of pro-Russian perspectives in Western academia persists, with slow changes occurring based on individual faculty influence. The challenge lies in reframing traditional approaches and overcoming resistance from some older colleagues. The need for a conceptual framework to address Russia as an imperial and colonial power is highlighted, indicating ongoing complexities in reshaping academic viewpoints.
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