On November 13, 2024, students of the Department of Finance and Business Consulting together with their curators, Doctor of Economics, Professor Andrii Zolkover, PhD in Economics, Associate Professor Dmytro Kovalenko and PhD in Economics, Associate Professor Yuliia Rusina, visited important cultural and historical sites – the National Museum of the Holodomor-Genocide and the National Museum of the History of Ukraine in World War II. This tour was a unique opportunity for young people to gain a deeper understanding of the important lessons of history that continue to influence modern society and shape national identity.
The purpose of this visit was not only to familiarize them with the tragic pages of the past, but also to realize the connection between history, social challenges, and economic development. The teachers saw this excursion as an important step in the formation of future business leaders who, in addition to professional knowledge, must be conscious citizens of their country.
The Holodomor of 1932-1933, organized by the Soviet regime, claimed the lives of millions of Ukrainians. It was a deliberate act of extermination aimed at destroying the Ukrainian peasantry, which formed the basis of national identity. In the museum, the students learned about the terrible methods of collectivization, “black boards,” and food confiscation that led to mass starvation even in the most fertile regions of Ukraine. The museum also helped young people realize the importance of preserving memory for future generations. The idea of the Holodomor as a crime against humanity has become especially relevant in the context of the current challenges facing Ukraine. The teachers emphasized that such excursions contribute to the formation of not only professional but also personal qualities of students.
The National Holodomor Museum is not just a place of remembrance, but a space where the past meets the present, teaching us to value peace, freedom, and human dignity. For the students of the Department of Finance and Business Consulting, this tour was an important lesson in responsibility, both to themselves and to society.
Such tours inspire young people not only to study history, but also to do everything possible to ensure that tragedies of this magnitude never happen again.
The next stop was the National Museum of the History of Ukraine in the Second World War. The exposition was impressive in scale: from a huge collection of military equipment to personal belongings of soldiers and rare documents. The students had an opportunity to see the chronology of events that preceded the war and learn about the extent of the occupation of Ukraine by Nazi troops. Particular emphasis was placed on the tragedy of the civilian population that suffered as a result of repression, executions, and forced labor. Interestingly, the economic aspect of the war was also discussed during the tour: students analyzed how the financial system supported the war effort, what resources were crucial in achieving victory, and how the postwar reconstruction of the country affected the global economy.
This day was important for each of the participants of the tour. The Department’s staff members emphasized that such events develop not only professional outlook but also personal consciousness of students, encouraging them to be not only successful in their field but also conscious citizens who remember the history of their nation. The Department plans to organize new cultural and educational events that will further shape the harmonious personality of future specialists.
22.11.2024
