Regulations of the XXVI I.B. Medvynsky All‑Ukrainian Competition of Student Research and Art Works “History and Lessons of the Holocaust” (2025–2026 Academic Year)
The Ukrainian Centre for Holocaust Studies announces the launch of the I.B. Medvynsky All‑Ukrainian Competition of Student Research and Art Works History and Lessons of the Holocaust for the 2025–2026 academic year.
Please note the change of the email address for submissions, as well as the fact that this year there is no requirement to send a printed copy by post.
All competition entries must now be submitted exclusively in electronic form to: osvita.uhcenter@gmail.com
Preliminary applications will be accepted until 31 January 2026. To apply, please fill out the registration form: https://forms.gle/SwSXCWhSfaDEErE58
Please keep in mind that during the preparation of the work, both the topic and even the section may be changed - the application does not limit your creativity or research interests in any way.
We look forward to your participation!
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