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Published by the Ukrainian National Association Inc., a fraternal non-profit association Vol. LXXIII HE KRAINIANNo. 41 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2005 EEKLY$1/$2 in Ukraine AmnestyT InternationalU report WashingtonW roundtable focuses cites police brutality in Ukraine on post-Orange Revolution Ukraine by Yana Sedova Ms. McGill said. Ukrainian National Information Service Europe.” Kyiv Press Bureau However, tens of thousands cases of The roundtable, held at the Ronald police-induced trauma occur every year WASHINGTON – “Ten months after Reagan Building and International Trade KYIV – Tetiana Doroshenko spent 10 in Ukraine, estimated Arkadii the Orange Revolution, we have to be Center, was organized to analyze hours at a Symferopol police station as a Buschenko, legal expert for the Kharkiv satisfied that the mass media in Ukraine Ukraine’s transition to an established possible witness to a crime, separated Human Rights Group. is free, that Ukraine’s foreign policy is in national identity in light of what has from her sick 18-month-old son. The Kharkiv Group received about the hands of committed individuals and become known as Ukraine’s Orange Police told Ms. Doroshenko she could 200 reports on torture last year and pro- is pointed in a clear strategic direction,” Revolution. As chairman of the reunite with her son only if she testified vided legal support in 60 cases. At pres- said Dr. Zbigniew Brzezinski, former Roundtable Steering Committee, Mr. against the suspects. ent, about 30 appeals are at the European national security advisor and professor of Sawkiw noted that “the Orange Despite the fact that the child had a Court for Human Rights. American foreign policy at Johns Revolution was about the creation of a high fever, he reportedly remained in the Despite the fact that Ukraine signed an Hopkins University. police station without food or water the political nation.” According to Mr. optional protocol to the U.N. Convention In his keynote address to the Ukraine’s Sawkiw, the people of Ukraine moved whole day until he and his mother were Against Torture on September 24, little Quest for Mature Nation Statehood finally released. “the arrows of political development has been done to combat torture in Roundtable VI conference, Dr. toward an open society” expressing their “The (Ukrainian) police continue to Ukraine, Ms. McGill said. The protocol Brzezinski noted the Orange Revolution use torture in order to get confessions,” European identity. demands that the Ukrainian government was “a true and ecstatic emancipation.” It Walter Zaryckyj, executive director of said Heather McGill, a researcher at create a list of detention venues so that was the expression of a shared national Amnesty International’s International the Center for U.S.-Ukrainian Relations they could be monitored periodically, Mr. identity that was defined in a democratic and program coordinator for the round- Secretariat in London. “Sometimes the Buschenko said. context and became part of the Ukrainian police resorts to violence and psychologi- table series, noted that the first three Ukrainian law enforcement officers people. roundtables had Ukraine’s external rela- cal pressure in order to get testimony still extract confessions and testimony His enthusiasm notwithstanding, Dr. from witnesses.” tions as their themes. “Today’s round- from detainees through force, which Brzezinski spoke to the realities of poli- table marks the culmination of the third Amnesty International Ukraine on courts willingly accept as evidence, offi- tics, evaluating recent events objectively September 27 released its annual report in a series that looked at internal cials said. and not through rose-colored glasses. themes,” said Mr. Zaryckyj. He said that titled “Time for Action: Torture and Ill- Torture victims don’t sue lawbreakers “One cannot live forever in hope. But Treatment in Police Detention.” “the conferences were designed to be a because they do not trust law enforce- one can get indigestion from too much trilogy of trilogies, as Ukraine emerges Despite a wide range of human rights ment authorities and don’t believe any- opportunism,” hinting at the recent from the post-Soviet space and becomes abuses in Ukraine, Amnesty International one will be punished, Ms. McGill agreement signed by President Viktor a mature nation-state.” focused this year’s report on police bru- explained. “We believe there is impunity Yushchenko and former rival Viktor tality and abuse. Amnesty International The keynote speaker, Dr. Brzezinski, for those who torture and beat victims,” Yanukovych. Ukraine could not provide statistics was introduced to the assemblage as “the The challenge for Ukraine’s leadership because so many cases go unreported, (Continued on page 20) moral voice for the deepening of democ- is to strike a balance between the hope of racy in Poland and Ukraine,” by Adrian the “maidan” (Independence Square) and Karatnycky, senior scholar at Freedom Unveiling monument to victims of terrorism, the imperatives of reality, he explained. House. Mr. Karatnycky recently founded The September 27-28 conference, the the Orange Circle, a new international sixth installment of the Ukraine’s Quest non-profit initiative to support the values Yushchenko recalls two Ukrainian Americans for Mature Nation Statehood series, was of the Orange Revolution, including opened by Michael Sawkiw Jr., president democracy, the rule of law, a competitive of the Ukrainian Congress Committee of by Zenon Zawada ed when she showed up at the ceremony. economy, and honest and transparent America, who commented that, “Ukraine Kyiv Press Bureau First Lady Kateryna Yushchenko invit- government. is indeed a country of immense propor- ed Mrs. Matiaszek to the monument’s “The future of Ukraine should not be tions and holds within its balance the KYIV – In unveiling a new monument unveiling. When arriving, Mrs. Matiaszek linchpin of stability and security in (Continued on page 4) dedicated to victims of terrorism on modestly stood at the back. However, September 11, President Viktor Yushchenko Mrs. Yushchenko noticed her there and recognized two Ukrainian Americans who asked her to stand next to her. perished in the World Trade Center attack. The Victims of Terrorism monument is Oleh D. Wengerchuk and Ivan Skala located on Mechnykov Street, near the were among the 2,807 who died in the 2001 entrance to the Klovska metro station in attack. Mr. Wengerchuk, 56, was a trans- Kyiv. portation engineer with The Washington It is a 15-foot-plus metal sculpture in Group International, and Ivan (John) Skala, the shape of a broken heart, bearing the 31, was a police officer with Port Authority words of the commandment “Thou Shalt of New York and New Jersey. Not Kill,” written in English, Hebrew, During his speech, Mr. Yushchenko intro- church Slavonic and 120 other languages. duced Lydia Matiaszek, Mr. Wengerchuk’s In the heart’s fissure is a tuning fork, younger sister, who 11 years ago moved to symbolizing the unifying role that ethnic Kyiv from New York City with her husband, harmony must play in society. Petro. After she stepped forward, the presi- “I think the author wanted it to sym- dent hugged and kissed her. bolize the harmony that should be in peo- “He acknowledges Ukrainians around ple’s lives, but it also reminded me of the the world and he hasn’t forgotten about Twin Towers,” Mrs. Matiaszek said. the rest of us,” Mrs. Matiaszek later com- Also attending the ceremony were lead- mented. “It makes a world of difference to ers of Ukraine’s Jewish community, have a president who cares about Ukraine including magnates Yevhen Chervonenko as a whole and Ukrainians abroad.” and Vadym Rabynovych, who is active in Zenon Krislaty Mrs. Matiaszek said she was deeply Step Towards Unity, an interfaith organi- moved when the president introduced her At the Ukraine’s Quest for Mature Nation Statehood Roundtable VI in Washington personally – a gesture she had not expect- (Continued on page 21) (from left) are: Dr. Zbigniew Brzezinski, Michael Sawkiw and Walter Zaryckyj. 2 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2005 No. 41

ANALYSIS NEWSBRIEFS Has Yushchenko betrayed NEWSBRIEFS Yanukovych threatens to recall signature said that the Cabinet of Prime Minister Yurii Yekhanurov is one of “the most prag- the Orange Revolution? KYIV – Viktor Yanukovych said on matic governments” that possesses “fairly October 5 that the new leadership of ideal conditions to work productively.” by Jan Maksymiuk even more concessions to Mr. Ukraine has not changed its policy with According to Mr. Yushchenko, the new RFE/RL Newsline Yanukovych in exchange for the latter’s regard to thousands of people who were Cabinet will manage to stabilize the econ- support for the new Cabinet. But even unlawfully fired. According to Mr. omy by the end of this year. The president On September 27-28 Ukrainian without any supplement, the memoran- Yanukovych’s personal website, this was also announced that some regional gover- President Viktor Yushchenko appointed dum is such a bewildering document that what the Party of the Regions of Ukraine nors will be replaced but did not specify some 20 ministers to the new Cabinet of it has prompted many in Ukraine to (PRU) meant when the memorandum of the regions concerned. He confirmed that Prime Minister Yurii Yekhanurov. The assert that Mr. Yushchenko has betrayed understanding was signed between the he is not going to undertake any “destruc- appointments apparently marked Mr. the ideals of the November-December Yushchenko administration and the opposi- tive actions” against the political reform Yushchenko’s recovery of control over a 2004 Orange Revolution and backed tion. The PRU leader’s statement lists that is due to take effect in January. Mr. government that found itself in a serious down on many of his election promises. numerous facts of political reprisals. In par- Yushchenko did not rule out his political political crisis, triggered by public alle- To start with, the memorandum stresses ticular, Mr. Yanukovych said the dismissal reunion with former Prime Minister Yulia gations of corruption in the presidential the need to implement the political reform of AVIANT CEO Oleh Shevchenko was Tymoshenko but added: “It’s impossible to entourage and the sacking of the previous that was a cornerstone of the compromise illegal. According to Mr. Yanukovych, the make a technical repetition of that false Cabinet of Yulia Tymoshenko. reached by Mr. Yushchenko and the new authorities are violating the memoran- start. We should speak about new qualities, However, many in Ukraine and abroad Verkhovna Rada in the 2004 election dum, which is why he does not rule out the new priorities, new relations. If Yulia wonder if President Yushchenko has not standoff and that paved the way for his likelihood of recalling his signature on the Volodymyrivna [Tymoshenko] identifies paid an excessive price for getting the victory. According to a package of laws document. (Ukrinform) her goal as power and nothing but power, new Cabinet down to work so quickly. passed by the Verkhovna Rada on PM says economic growth is priority this is her choice. I’m not a partner here.” Mr. Yushchenko suffered an unpleasant December 8, 2004, the political-reform (RFE/RL Newsline) setback in the Verkhovna Rada on law redistributing powers among the presi- KYIV – Prime Minister Yurii Computer glitch snarls border traffic September 20, when Mr. Yekhanurov fell dent, the Parliament and the prime minis- Yekhanurov said in an interview with the three votes short of being approved as ter is to take effect automatically on Financial Times on October 5 that the prime minister. Therefore, to secure him- January 1, 2006. There was no apparent KYIV – A computer failure at a first priority of his Cabinet of Ministers is Ukrainian Customs Service data-process- self against such nasty surprises in the reason to include such a point in the mem- to reverse the rapid slowdown of eco- future, Mr. Yushchenko made a political orandum, perhaps apart from Mr. ing center slowed traffic at three check- nomic growth. The Ukrainian economy points on the Ukrainian-Polish border and deal with his main rival in the 2004 presi- Yanukovych’s personal desire implicitly to grew 2.8 percent in the first eight months dential election, former Prime Minister insult President Yushchenko by suggesting created lengthy lines of trucks on the of 2005, compared with 13.6 percent in Polish side, Interfax-Ukraine reported on Viktor Yanukovych. After that, Mr. that the latter might have played with the the same period a year earlier. Mr. Yanukovych’s Party of the Regions parlia- idea of canceling the reform in order not to October 3. Haulers carrying goods into Yekhanurov also said he hopes the Ukraine have been forced to wait 24 mentary caucus, consisting of 50 deputies, lose his current presidential prerogatives. Verkhovna Rada will soon approve 12 threw its support to Mr. Yekhanurov and Point two of the memorandum empha- hours, while the border crossing normally government-proposed bills intended to requires two to three hours. “This is the the latter’s nomination was easily sizes “the impermissibility of political support Ukraine’s bid to enter the World endorsed on September 22 with 289 votes repression against the opposition.” third failure of the [computer] system Trade Organization (WTO). He added within the past six months,” Yurii (226 were required for approval). However one looks at this statement, it is that he is not sure whether Ukraine will Sendetskyi, the director of a cargo com- Messrs. Yushchenko and Yanukovych obviously embarrassing and disadvanta- be admitted to the WTO this coming pany, told Interfax-Ukraine, adding, “The outlined their political pact in the 10- geous for Mr. Yushchenko. Because the December, as President Viktor system is out of order every time a seri- point “Memorandum of Understanding phrase either implies that Mr. Yushchenko had aimed for. Mr. ous personnel change takes place in the Between the Authorities and the Yushchenko might resort to such repres- Yekhanurov confirmed that the Ukrainian Customs Service, and this is Opposition,” which was signed by both sions or provides the opposition with a Kryvorizhstal steel mill will go up for a not accidental.” Mr. Sendetskyi suggested politicians and by Mr. Yekhanurov short- strong point of reference if the authorities repeat privatization auction later this that the system failure might be the result ly before the September 22 vote. undertake any legal action against oppo- month. The mill was sold in 2004 for sition figures who might violate the law. of an attempt by customs officers to Some Ukrainian media have speculat- $800 million but the Yushchenko govern- destroy evidence of wrongdoing. Prime ed that the memorandum was accompa- However, the most stunning statement ment canceled that tender. Now the mini- in the memorandum is the third point, Minister Viktor Yekhanurov reportedly nied by a “secret protocol,” in which mum price for Kryvorizhstal has been set has told Oleksander Yehorov, the new President Yushchenko allegedly made whereby Mr. Yushchenko obliges himself at $2 billion. Mr. Yekhanurov also said to draft a bill on amnesty for those guilty head of the Ukrainian Customs Service the government’s drive to reverse privati- appointed on September 23, that his pri- of election fraud. It was the massive elec- zations made before President Jan Maksymiuk is the Belarus, tion fraud in the 2004 presidential elec- ority is to eradicate corruption among Ukraine and Moldova specialist on the Yushchenko came to power is “finished.” customs officers. (RFE/RL Newsline) staff of RFE/RL Newsline. (Continued on page 16) (RFE/RL Newsline) Melnychenko cites attempt on his life President praises new Cabinet Battle against corruption KYIV – Serhii Taran, director of the KYIV – In a prerecorded interview with Kyiv-based Mass Media Institute, told four Ukrainian television channels on grinds to a halt in Ukraine October 4, President Viktor Yushchenko (Continued on page 25)

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Mr. Putin’s Kuchma was quoted by the Ukrayinska Walter Honcharyk, administrator (973) 292-9800, ext. 3041 Pravda website as saying that “Mr. Bakai Maria Oscislawski, advertising manager (973) 292-9800, ext. 3040 Roman Kupchinsky is the editor of is a talented manager, but he does not e-mail: [email protected] RFE/RL Organized Crime and Terrorism Mariyka Pendzola, subscriptions (973) 292-9800, ext. 3042 Watch. (Continued on page 17) No. 41 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2005 3 VOX POPULI: People in Kyiv comment Orange Revolution not over, on Yushchenko-Yanukovych deal declares Yellow Pora party What do you think of the Yushchenko- weak attitude towards idea of the state. by Vladyslav Pavlov of those who falsified votes in the elec- Yanukovych memorandum? Did President On the maidan he put his hand on his Special to The Ukrainian Weekly tion will remain free from punishment. Yushchenko betray the maidan (independ- heart, but he forgot that this heart belongs Specifically, the Yushchenko- KYIV – The Orange Revolution isn’t ence Square, the hub of the Orange to the Ukrainian people. He forgot his Yanukovych memorandum would pro- over, declared the leader of Yellow Pora, Revolution)? Those were the questions promise that the bandits have to be sen- vide immunity to city council deputies, Vladyslav Kaskiv, at a September 27 posed to passers-by in Kyiv on September tenced after due process in court. who were among those most active in 27 by free-lance correspondent Vladyslav press conference. falsifying votes. Rather, it created the foundation upon Pavlov. Below are their responses. “It’s very strange that President Illia Liashok, 21, student, voted for which future political action can occur, Yushchenko wanted to separate business Viktor Yanukovych, did not participate he explained. Borys Dziuba, 65, linguist, voted for and power, and yet for what reason did in the public meetings on the maidan: Therefore, Yellow Pora has called upon Viktor Yushchenko, was on the maidan he put his signature not next to his all Ukrainians who helped create phenom- during the Orange Revolution: friends’, but next to a person who hardly I don’t like it. Yushchenko is good, but enon of the maidan to defend its values personifies professionalism and separa- his team is very bad. On the contrary, and principles by uniting “all honest polit- I’m so ashamed of Yushchenko. He tion of business and power?” said Andrii ical forces” into a political coalition for showed us his personal weakness and his (Continued on page 24) the March 2006 parliamentary elections. Yusov, a Pora leader. “The citizens of Ukraine came out on Yellow Pora called for Mr. Yushchenko the maidan not for (Viktor) Yushchenko, to veto the bill “On the Status of City and not for (Yulia) Tymoshenko, but for a Council Deputies,” which would essen- decent life and an ethical government,” tially grant city council deputies the same Mr. Kaskiv said. immunity against criminal prosecution Yellow Pora hasn’t ruled out joining that national deputies have. the Yulia Tymoshenko Bloc, he said. As it currently stands, election falsi- The political party has issued its own fiers have remained free while bandits memorandum, in which it states that and corrupt politicians still occupy city Ukraine’s political crisis arose from the council offices, Mr. Kaskiv said. The inability of Mr. Yushchenko to be an president has forgotten the maidan’s slo- authoritative leader. gan, “Bandits to jail,” he said. As a result, the president failed to put “I’d have a horrible dream if in eight Ukraine’s interests above the interests of months not one of the falsifiers of the business groups and the personal ambi- vote won’t have punishment,” Mr. tions of his closest entourage, the Yellow Kaskiv said. “Even Ivan Rizak, who him- Pora memorandum stated. self led the bandits into the streets, Critics of the Ukrainian president, (Serhii) Kivalov, (Viktor) Medvedchuk.” including Ms. Tymoshenko, have The Yellow Pora memorandum accused him of allowing former National blamed the economic crisis on the prior Security and Defense Council Secretary government’s policy of “social pop- ulism,” a reference to increased benefits Borys Dziuba Illia Liashok Petro Poroshenko, among others, to abuse his office and use it to benefit his such as pensions and government inter- business interests. ference to lower the prices of gasoline Following the Orange Revolution, and meat, among other commodities. Pora split into two factions: Yellow Pora Yellow Pora urged adoption of its emerged as the political party led by Mr. seven-point Anti-Crisis Plan, adopted Kaskiv, and Black Pora is a strictly grass- before the September 8 Cabinet of roots organization. Ministers firings, which calls for firing Yellow Pora’s leaders criticized the and punishing all those engaged in corrup- Yushchenko-Yanukovych memorandum, tion, enacting radical judicial reforms and which has ensured that many, if not all, reprivatizing illegally privatized property.

Quotable notes “Power is a difficult job and a great responsibility. I am remaining because I have assumed this responsibility and cannot leave unfinished what I must accomplish. “This is responsibility for the future of Ukraine which, due to the election of Viktor Yushchenko, has received a unique opportunity for the first time. We must not waste it.” – Viktor Pynzenyk, newly reappointed minister of finance, as quoted by Ukrayinska Pravda of September 28. Lesia Odynets Svitlana Martynova

Yevheniaby Zenon Zawada Tymoshenko’seager to catch a glimpse wedding of Ukraine’s attracts press, celebrity watchers Kyiv Press Bureau most popular couple. Of course, they were also there to see KYIV – It was as close to a celebrity the bride’s mother. wedding as it gets in Ukraine. “The sort of woman like Yulia Yevhenia Tymoshenko, the only Volodymyrivna comes around only once daughter of former Prime Minister Yulia in 100 years,” said Liudmyla Zaleska, 61. Tymoshenko, married British rock singer “Our government, our whole country Sean Carr at the Church of the should be proud of a woman like her.” Transfiguration at the Vydubytskyi About a dozen “babusi” (elderly Monastery. women) gathered together shouted words About 150 guests from Ukraine, of encouragement, such as “Bazhayemo Europe and beyond attended the simple schastia!,” (We wish you good luck) and 50-minute Orthodox ceremony conduct- “Happy wedding!” ed in Ukrainian at the modest Kyiv Star-struck Orthodox priests also were Patriarchate church. A Scottish bagpiper snapping photos. played as the guests arrived. Mr. Carr is the 36-year-old lead singer Mr. Carr said his marital vows in of an obscure rock band, the Death English, while his bride did so in Valley Screamers, while the 24-year-old Ukrainian. Ms. Tymoshenko graduated from the Greeting the couple outside the London School of Economics. AP/Efrem Lukatsky monastery’s gates was a sea of at least 75 While voicing support for Yevhenia’s reporters, cameramen and photographers, Newlyweds Yevhenia Tymoshenko and Sean Carr, with the bride’s mother, ex-Prime as well as 100 Ukrainian well-wishers (Continued on page 23) Minister Yulia Tymoshenko. 4 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2005 No. 41

Sen. Richard Lugar declares: “I care deeply about Ukraine” Ukrainian National Information Service meet with President Kuchma. He changes in Ukraine’s foreign policy necessary first step toward establishing recalled that he recognized some of the goals. energy independence. WASHINGTON – Sen. Richard G. delegates from arms reduction work Sen. Lugar noted that, although this Sen. Lugar also said he is committed Lugar (R-Ind.) received resounding completed as part of the Nunn-Lugar situation is grim, it is not unsolvable. to establishing normal trade relations applause at the Ukraine’s Quest for initiative to eliminate weapons of mass “Together we have some serious think- between the U.S. and Ukraine through Mature Nation Statehood Roundtable VI destruction. “I asked my Russian friends ing to do regarding how we can change the repeal of the Jackson-Vanik sanc- when he declared unambiguously “I whether they would meet with candidate the situation in Ukraine,” he said. The tions. care deeply about Ukraine.” [Viktor] Yushchenko and they said Center for U.S.-Ukrainian Relations is “I applaud this conference and the Earlier in the day, Sen. Lugar ‘That’s not on our schedule,’ ” Sen. organizing a conference this fall to organizers for providing a forum to announced that the Parliamentary Lugar recalled. begin a U.S.-Ukrainian energy dialogue, exchange thoughts between America Development Project for Ukraine (PDP) Sen. Lugar recently returned from a something Sen. Lugar intimated to be a and Ukraine,” concluded Sen. Lugar. at the School of Public and trip overseas with Sen. Barrack Obama Environmental Affairs at Indiana (D-Ill.) where they observed an emerg- University had received a $500,000 ing problem with conventional weapons. cooperative agreement from the U.S. “The major arms control arrangement Agency for International Development. this time is in stores of conventional Sen. Lugar represented President weapons. Some are exotic, like the George W. Bush during the November Man-Pad, shoulder-launched missiles, 2004 presidential run-off election in which are highly valued by transnational Ukraine, where he stressed free and fair terrorists,” said Sen. Lugar. “We want to election procedures would bolster inter- work with people to destroy these national respect for the legitimacy of the weapons, although they are beyond our winning candidate and for Ukraine. weapons of mass destruction mandate.” “I watched the first round of elections The Nunn-Lugar program has employed with great interest,” the senator said. “I 58,000 scientists that were previously got a call from the White House that involved in weapons of mass destruction President Bush wanted to express the programs in the former Soviet Union. American position and he would write a “Despite all that I’ve seen in Ukraine, letter and I would deliver [it] to the thing that struck me the most about President [Leonid] Kuchma.” my last trip is the problem of energy “The letter essentially said in the independence,” said Sen. Lugar. While event that the elections did not turn out in Kyiv over the summer, the senator well, there would be consequences that met with then Prime Minister Yulia went unnamed,” said Sen. Lugar. Tymoshenko about alternative sources Zenon Krislaty After meeting, Sen. Lugar recounted of oil and gas. There is a real concern Sen. Richard G. Lugar (R-Ind.) addresses the conference Ukraine’s Quest for how he bumped into a large delegation among Ukraine’s leadership that Russia Mature Nation Statehood Roundtable IV: “Ukraine’s Transition to an from Russia that also was waiting to will use its energy monopoly to exact Established National Identity.”

ical realities in Kyiv, Dr. Brzezinski Committee and a member of the The roundtable’s morning session on Washington roundtable... pointed out that over 20 laws remain to Congressional Ukrainian Caucus. She September 27 addressed physical and (Continued from page 1) be adopted by the Rada that would ensure noted that there will be bumps in the economic factors of Ukraine’s “center of shaped by seemingly irreconcilable WTO membership. Dr. Brzezinski road, citing the recent deal President gravity.” Mark von Hagen, professor of groups without the participation of the stressed that the leadership in Ukraine Viktor Yushchenko signed with his for- history at Columbia University and for- Ukrainian people,” Dr. Brzezinski must communicate its expectations and mer adversary Viktor Yanukovych. mer president of the International stressed in his remarks. the importance of WTO entry this year. Speaking of recent changes in Association of Ukrainian Studies, chaired He also pointed to the efforts of the “Ukraine’s future is important to the Ukraine’s government, Anton Buteiko, the session that contemplated the political Ukrainian American diaspora, particular- future of Europe,” said Dr. Brzezinski. Ukraine’s vice minister of foreign affairs, dimension of Ukraine’s center of gravity. ly their generations-long dedication to “The success of Ukraine will predeter- commented that “Following elections in Stephen Nix, chairman of the Ukraine’s independence. He highlighted mine Russia’s future in Europe.” the United States, Republicans and International Republican Institute, and Nelson Ledsky, chairman of the National the need to support election monitoring Recognizing the will and aspirations Democrats shake hands and cooperate.” Democratic Institute, highlighted projects and civil society building initia- of the people of Ukraine, Dr. Brzezinski For many in Ukraine, the changes in gov- Ukraine’s advanced development of civil tives such as those spearheaded by the concluded, “The Ukrainians ... have ernment are part of normal political society and political party development. Ukrainian Congress Committee of proved they are a nation and now they developments. In particular, Mr. Ledsky pointed to the America. have to remind their leaders it is they Mr. Buteiko was Ukraine’s ambassador recent statement by the Committee of Dr. Brzezinski noted, “Many of you who decide the future of their country.” to Romania and resigned from his post in Voters of Ukraine condemning President here represent the Ukrainian diaspora and Nita Lowey (D-N.Y.), congresswoman 2003 in protest against the policy pursued Yushchenko’s agreement with Mr. have always been committed to from Yonkers, N.Y., who spoke on the by former President Leonid Kuchma to Yanukovych as proof positive that civil Ukrainian independence. You have a conference’s opening day, expressed sign the agreement on a Single Economic society will become the bastion of American support for Ukraine. “The Space. Mr. Buteiko underscored Ukraine’s responsibility to monitor the events and Ukrainian democracy. United States must remain steadfast in European identity, having himself returned to communicate to the leaders your “Any discussion of Ukraine’s body our support for Ukraine,” according to expectations.” from meetings in Brussels, where he led politic would be remiss without a discus- Ukraine is poised to become a member Rep. Lowey, ranking member on the talks to intensify Ukraine’s entry in the sion about the body economic,” accord- of the World Trade Organization later this Foreign Operations Subcommittee of the European Union and Euro-Atlantic struc- year. Noting the difficulties and the polit- House of Representatives Appropriations tures, including NATO. (Continued on page 5)

Yaro Bihun Hryhorii Nemyria, foreign policy advisor to the acting prime minister of Ukraine, Zenon Krislaty (left) discusses the political dimension of recent events in his country. Seated next Members of Ukraine’s Verkhovna Rada (seated in front row) and other partici- to him on the panel are the chairmen of two U.S. organizations that have assisted pants at the Ukraine’s Quest for Mature Nation Statehood Roundtable VI held in in developing democratic institutions in Ukraine: Stephen Nix of the National the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center in Washington. Democratic Institute and Nelson Ledski of the International Republican Institute. No. 41 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2005 5

eight months may have long-lasting Washington roundtable... effects on the economy that may not be (Continued from page 4) fully felt until after the March 2006 elec- ing to Andrij Bihun, senior international tions. He cautioned that Ukraine will be trade specialist with the U.S. Department competing with other emerging of Commerce and chair of the session economies, such as India and Korea, and contemplating the economic dimension must strengthen its financial institutions to Ukraine’s national identity. Mr. Bihun and economic policies. observed that Ukraine’s economy is no Rep. Sander Levin (D-MI) made an longer a patient in cardiac care, but still unscheduled appearance at the confer- requires post-operative supervision. ence. He was introduced by UCCA Anthony Wayne, assistant U.S. secre- President Sawkiw as “an ardent tary of state, noted that, despite deeply spokesman for Ukraine’s graduation rooted problems of corruption, Ukraine from Jackson-Vanik” and as the con- has advanced by integrating WTO norms gressman who recently introduced a reso- into its legal framework and making lution and a bill to build a monument to eventual membership possible. He victims of the Ukrainian Genocide of observed that Ukraine is strategically 1932-1933. located between the Caspian and Black Directly addressing the members of seas and should do more to capitalize on Ukraine’s Parliament who were present at the conference, Rep. Levin stressed that advantage and shift the direction of Yaro Bihun the Odesa-Brody pipeline toward the that the Congressional Ukrainian Caucus European Union. will “accelerate our interaction with all Rep. Nita Lowey addresses the opening session of the conference. Next to her on Mr. Wayne noted, however, that it is of you.” the dais are Sergiy Korsunsky, chargé d’affaires at the Embassy of Ukraine in fully within Ukraine’s purview to devel- “Our faith in the path of a free Ukraine the United States, and Ukraine’s Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Anton Buteiko. op regional business initiatives with all remains undiminished,” said Congressman region in pursuing atonement for Soviet Ambassador Steven Pifer, who was the its neighbors. “President [George W.] Levin. crimes against humanity. U.S. envoy to Ukraine in 1998-2000, Bush and President Yushchenko agreed Latvia’s ambassador to the United “Look into your own history with hon- assessed Ukraine’s prospects for joining to develop a bilateral market access States, Maris Riekstins, echoed this senti- agreement by the end of the year,” ment, stating that “we will support est eyes. Focus on your future. You the EU and noted what Ukraine needs to according to Mr. Wayne. Ukraine’s aspirations to join the shouldn’t forget your past, but the do for this to become a reality. Brian Cox of the U.S. Treasury European Union and NATO.” Mr. reforms are more important for the wel- James Sherr, a fellow at the Conflict Department noted several currency con- Riekstins noted that a Western-oriented fare of your people and the future of Studies Research Center of the Defense trols and financial monitoring agree- foreign policy requires intense manage- Ukraine,” Mr. Riekstins emphasized. Academy of the United Kingdom, delved ments between the United States and ment of regional expectations. “Western Georgia’s ambassador to the United into the challenges that Ukraine faces as Ukraine aimed at combatting transnation- foreign policy entails complicated rela- States, Levan Mikeladze, who spoke on it seeks membership in NATO. al organized crime. He noted there may tions with Russia. We have experience in the topic of Ukraine in a regional con- Presentations such as those by be several hurdles to the Ukrainian econ- this field that we could share with text, noted that the enhancement of a Myroslav Popovych, director of the omy, many of which will require serious Ukraine,” he explained. partnership with Ukraine remains one of Hryhorii Skovoroda Philosophy Institute, attention, such as the marked decelera- “There is no general recipe, and deal- the priorities of Georgia’s foreign policy. who spoke on “The Problem of National tion of Ukraine’s economic growth. ing with the past is always a painful In other presentations during the two- Self-Identification in Ukraine,” and a Ariel Cohen, senior research fellow at thing,” Mr. Riekstins said about imple- day conference, National Deputy Oleh panel foreshadowing the March 2006 the Heritage Foundation, noted Ukraine menting laws on lustration in Ukraine. Zarubinskyj, acting chairman of the parliamentary elections with representa- has matured and the United States can no Although Latvia had restrictions prevent- Verkhovna Rada’s Committee on tives of Ukraine’s political spectrum, longer treat Ukraine like a “child.” Dr. ing former members of the KGB and the European Integration, focused on the rounded out the program of “Roundtable Cohen noted that the populism of the past Communist Party from holding govern- Ukrainian perspective on the country’s VI: Ukraine’s Transition to an ment positions, Lithuania leads the accession to the European Union, while Established National Identity.” 6 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2005 No. 41

NEWS AND VIEWS THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY The UIA does us proud Concrete aid to Ukraine’s people: Just over three weeks ago we had the pleasure of attending a unique event in New York City. The occasion was Ukrainian First Lady Kateryna Yushchenko’s helping the orphanage in Morshyn reception for prominent women leaders. The venue: the beautiful and historic by Anne Linden my friend in Poland was being blamed for headquarters of the Ukrainian Institute of America, a building that has been what had taken place. I was angry, ready to When I left Stryi just before Christmas called the crown jewel of the Ukrainian American community. The purpose of walk out. And visiting the first two 2000, I knew I wanted to return to work the reception, as noted on the invitation, was “to celebrate the cultural heritage of orphanages in no way improved my mood. with the local orphanages. But as I Ukraine.” Not one of the orphanages knew to As this afternoon reception took place during the World Summit at the United explained to Orysia, the friend and gym- expect us as everywhere the phone lines Nations, in attendance were the first ladies of Poland, Slovakia and Lebanon, and nasium vice-principal with whom I’d were down. No charades. The first good the wife of the U.N. secretary general, along with political and cultural figures, been living, before I did anything more, I news I’d had. businesswomen, distinguished activists of charitable organizations, as well as wanted to see them myself. In the facility I had visited earlier, I leading Ukrainian American women. I’d first helped the gymnasium, as a found eight Barbie dolls still in their All facets of the reception were praiseworthy, from the flower arrangements to Peace Corps volunteer, to get textbooks original packaging being used as wall the champagne and wines, hors d’oeuvres and desserts, and on to the perform- and cassette players, later to obtain their decorations. So was a set of blocks ances by wonderful musicians and opera singers, and the art work and photo- first computers and printers. Then in the Orysia and I had purchased with some of graphs on exhibit. (A complete description of the event appeared in The fall of 2000, I’d returned to teach English the original $100 donation. A second set Weekly’s September 25 issue.) The Ukrainian Institute of America, a French for three months. Teaching environmen- had disappeared. The next facility had Renaissance mansion designed in 1898, looked fabulous. Everything seemed to tal science had been one of my assign- received nothing. I couldn’t believe it. be just so, every detail seemed to have been taken care of, and it was obvious ments. I did a recycling project with one Perhaps there was hope, I thought as that the women gathered at the reception were pleased – and impressed. In short, group, a “re-use” project with another. It Orysia and I followed the Morshyn facil- it was a wonderful afternoon that succeeded in showcasing Ukraine and its cul- was through this that I became acquaint- ity’s director through the children’s areas. ture, and the Ukrainian American community as well. Mrs. Yushchenko deserves ed with the area’s three orphanages. But In their main room, toys were grouped kudos and thanks for her initiative. it was not until 2003 that I had an oppor- along the perimeter within easy reach of A great pat on the back is certainly deserved by the behind-the-scenes people tunity to visit – and even then – only one. the children. “These came from Poland, who made this event what it was, among them the staff and leaders of the Earlier in the week, I’d had lunch with the director explained, pointing to a Ukrainian Institute of America, and volunteers Darka Temnycky, Melania another former Peace Corps volunteer group of trucks or a doll set or some Temnycky and Marta Kolomayets (in Kyiv). and in the course of our conversation had large blocks.” She knew each piece. As we surveyed the scene, we recalled that the philanthropist William Dzus mentioned what I was hoping to do. As the result of this experience, we had purchased the mansion that has housed the UIA since 1955 in the hope that Immediately, she took out her wallet and changed the way we operate. Over time, the building located at this prestigious address would serve as a place to spotlight handed me a $100 dollar bill. “Spend it we have developed an effective working the Ukrainian culture. Dzus envisioned the UIA in its home located at 79th Street on textbooks,” she told me. Neither of us relationship with the Morshyn facility’s and Fifth Avenue as a Ukrainian ambassador to the world in the world’s greatest knew the children would range in age director. She identifies specific needs: city. from 2 to 8. one pair of size 36 boy’s shoes, 20 pillow His son, Theodore Dzus wrote in 1978, “The Ukrainian Institute of America Following our visit to the orphanage, cases, 30 cups, a meat grinder. Then, Inc. is the living embodiment of the dream of William Dzus, my father, of pro- Orysia and I spent a glorious morning based on funds we have available and viding in the United States a repository for preserving, memorializing and reviv- shopping. For $50 we bought three large often in consultation with one or more of ing the rich traditional culture of Ukraine.” Through the years, others have anthologies of Ukrainian children’s sto- our donors, I decide what we can do. shared the dream of establishing a flourishing center of Ukrainian culture. ries, reading books for the school’s first Mutual trust based on accountability has As we left the Ukrainian Institute of America on September 15 after the ele- graders, three sets of building blocks, become our modus operandi. gant reception hosted by Ukraine’s first lady, we could not help but think how crayons and coloring books and a ball. I Larger items, such as the top-of-the- happy and proud the late William Dzus would have been. There was no doubt in couldn’t believe what we had been able line domestic Bosch washing machine our minds that he was smiling at this very moment. to buy for so little money. The other $50 we purchased last fall, I not only buy I authorized Orysia to spend on pots and myself but see delivered and installed. pans, once I cleared this with the donor. For smaller items such as a boy’s winter Then I personally bought a radio/cassette coat, or items that would require me to Oct. player along with children’s stories on devote days to shopping, such as a gas Turning the pages back... tape. I figured – wrongly – that because meter, I advance money. Whenever pos- Orysia and I both knew the Stryi region’s sible I insist upon receipts; when not, the 10 contact with the orphanage that we were director shows me what she had bought. acting prudently. Recently, we have begun focusing on 2004 A front-page news story on October 10, 2004, provided a Sadly, it was the loving work of a the individual needs of the various resi- telling snapshot of the incredible situation in Ukraine three friend in Poland that almost put an end to dents. One 8-year-old boy had long weeks before last year’s presidential election. The Committee the project. She had contacted two inter- wanted to take music lessons. That has of Voters of Ukraine (CVU), the most prestigious and trusted national schools in Warsaw for donations worked out so well that, beginning this Ukrainian civic organization on election monitoring, said on October 6 that the – and, except for toys, the results had far fall, we will pay to have two children Ukrainian presidential election was under threat and that conditions could arise that exceeded her expectations. To make sure take music lessons and another art les- would make it impossible to hold a vote on October 31. there was a special gift for each child in sons. In addition, we plan to provide In the previous month the pre-election season in Ukraine had turned brutal, first each of the three orphanages, she and her English classes several times a week, with the mysterious poisoning of National Deputy Viktor Yushchenko, the leading husband spent close to $400 themselves using textbooks we will purchase from candidate, and then the egging of Prime Minister Viktor Yanukovych during a cam- buying toys, fruit, nuts – items she felt the Stryi Gymnasium. We learned too paign stop and his subsequent hospitalization, also under unclear circumstances. The would add to the children’s Christmas late to do anything about it last year that CVU said during a press conference that these and other incidents indicated that celebration. Although she had wanted to children from the orphanage have not events in Ukraine could be spinning out of control. accompany the 40 boxes of goodies her- been receiving textbooks. We will see to As the CVU was making its assessment, National Deputy Yurii Karmazin, a member self, she was pregnant and unable to trav- it that this does not happen again. of the Yulia Tymoshenko Bloc and a former prosecutor in Odesa, was telling the el. So she and her husband had sent the We are looking for specialists to Verkhovna Rada that already plans were afoot to take the stakes still higher. Mr. Ukrainian couple who had been with examine two of the children: one with Karmazin said he had received information that certain individuals within the presidential them for the past four years instead. cerebral palsy and a second born with administration had ordered the assassination of Mr. Yanukovych to discredit the presiden- What happened has remained a mys- only one hand. Depending on the results, tial aspirations of his opponent Mr. Yushchenko, who was to be blamed for the murder. tery. All we know for sure is that much of we will seek funding for their care. The same day, members of the Yanukovych campaign team ridiculed assertions and the food rotted and many of the items Finally, this fall we are hoping to even video documentation by pro-Yushchenko supporters that Yanukovych supporters had went astray. involve the business community in reno- printed more than $10 million worth of smear literature lampooning the Power of the When my friend finally heard, she was vating the children’s bathroom; nothing People candidate while utilizing American political symbols. Several Ukrainian lawmakers devastated. Hours and hours and hours of has been done to it for 35 years accord- of Mr. Yushchenko’s Our Ukraine faction had discovered the literature in two warehouses hard work – and expense. And seemingly ing to the director and it needs total reno- located on the grounds of the Ukrainian Exhibition Center in Kyiv. A cache of the same lit- for nothing. vation. Unfortunately, the children’s gym erature was discovered at the Novyi Druk printing shop, which was owned by the son of also needs renovation. A pipe broke dur- former Prime Minister Valerii Pustovoitenko, who was aligned with the Yanukovych cam- * * * ing the winter of 2003, causing serious paign. The campaign literature depicted Mr. Yushchenko as a U.S. stooge and included cari- It was the spring 2004 before either of water damage. Unfortunately that will catures of his face superimposed on a portrait of U.S. President George W. Bush. us had even an inkling of what had hap- have to wait, as will my search for possi- Meanwhile, Mr. Yushchenko remained in Vienna, where he was being treated for pened. I was back in Stryi. This time the ble foster parents, and for help meeting poisoning. At the same time, six parliamentary factions that made up the parliamen- Stryi region coordinator had promised to the psychological needs of children of tary majority – all of which supported Mr. Yanukovych for president – called for Mr. take me to all three orphanages. Somehow alcoholics. Yushchenko to withdraw from the presidential race, saying that he had falsely claimed Morshyn orphanage at a glance state officials had tried to poison him and thus was unworthy of leading Ukraine. Anne Bates Linden, originally from • Facility: orphanage for children of Source: “Committee of Voters of Ukraine warns that election is threatened,” by Boston, is a former Peace Corps volun- incarcerated or alcoholic parents. Roman Woronowycz, Kyiv Press Bureau, The Ukrainian Weekly, October 10, 2004, teer (1992-1995) who now lives in Vol. LXXII, No. 41. Ivano-Frankivsk, Ukraine. (Continued on page 17) No. 41 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2005 7

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

has not disappeared overnight either. Right balance needed It seems that Dr. Luciuk is very much off DoubleDoubleby Khristina ExposurExposur Lew ee the mark in painting the scene in Kyiv as in Ukrainian studies practically all sex-related, where Ukrainian Dear Editor: women all but prostitute themselves to visi- I am impressed that my letter on tors. The truth is that the root of that prob- Ukrainian studies (August 21) received lem lies primarily with the naive American and European men who pursue e-mail- Feelin’ Ukrainian in Philadelphia such a detailed response from Dr. Taras Despite the shenanigans in Ukraine of greeting] when one is thousands of kilo- Kuzio and Orest Deychakiwsky order bride fantasies via the Internet, then come to Ukraine to live them out. the past few weeks and the Western media’s meters from home. Thank you for that.” (September 18). The authors are expert impatience with it, the changes in the The award ceremony was held on political analysts, but their methods for Some diaspora Ukrainians and the lib- Ukrainian government are a natural process America’s Constitution Day and all the examining Ukrainian studies programs erals in the Western media, such as the for a European state. We may question speakers, including leading Pennsylvania perhaps are not where they should be. notoriously anti-Ukrainian Anders some of the decisions taken by the powers politicians like Gov. Edward G. Rendell Their response purports to show how Aslund of the Cold War-era Carnegie that be, but politics is politics, and Ukraine and Rep. Curt Weldon, artfully blended established centers of Ukrainian studies Endowment for International Peace, are has had almost the same number of prime the theme of American democracy with may have consciously downplayed con- the ones who are dizzy with unrealistic ministers as years it’s been independent. the gains made by Ukraine during the temporary studies. But their analysis expectations for the new Ukraine. Their “Remember Fokin?” President Viktor Orange Revolution in their remarks. reduces almost everything in contempo- pessimism and the recurrent message of Yushchenko asked Ukrainian Americans Gov. Rendell spoke of the importance rary studies to political science. A more doom and gloom is very much misplaced democracy holds for the city of insightful approach would have also con- and uncalled for. gathered at a banquet in his honor at The sidered teaching and research on lan- The noted political commentator Taras Pierre in New York last month. [Fokin was Philadelphia, home of the American guage, culture, literature, art, film, reli- Kuzio gives us a much better assessment prime minister of Ukraine in the early Constitution. He said of President gion, ecology, education, health care, etc. of Ukraine in his article, “Yushchenko 1990s during the student hunger strikes.] Yushchenko, “We in Philadelphia These subjects are just as relevant to and the Orange Revolution, few real We of Ukrainian descent may be con- watched from 9,500 miles away as you contemporary studies as is political sci- signs of crisis are seen,” as does Zenon cerned with the developments in our brought democracy to your country” dur- ence. Furthermore, established Ukrainian Zawada in his very practical travel news ancestral homeland, but I wanted to share ing the Orange Revolution, and added, “I studies centers work extensively on update on Ukraine. Both articles with you the events that took place in have no doubt that if President many of these subjects. appeared in the same issue as Dr. Philadelphia when President Yushchenko Yushchenko were alive in 1776, he There is another context which was Luciuk’s commentary. received the Liberty Medal, and how would have stood right next to John left out altogether, namely, the trend in I had trouble swallowing Dr. Luciuk’s great it felt to be Ukrainian that day. Adams and George Washington.” political science as a field away from portrayal of Kyiv, and was more puzzled by President Yushchenko was awarded Rep. Weldon, a longtime supporter of area and country studies that are based the inordinate amount of time devoted to the 2005 Philadelphia Liberty Medal and Ukraine in Congress, reminded the audi- on languages, histories and culture, to sex issues. I believe that those who want to $100,000 by the mayor of Philadelphia at ence of President Yushchenko’s April visit one immersed in equations and graphs see problems in Ukraine will certainly find the National Constitution Center on to Washington and how he, on behalf of and quantifiable problems that are not them – in nightclubs, casinos and discos. September 17. In accepting the award, the Ukrainian community of Philadelphia, always relevant. The core of Ukrainian Kyiv has many things to offer besides the Ukraine’s president joined the ranks of presented President Yushchenko with an history, literature and language that fig- sex industry. It has wonderful boulevards, the likes of Lech Walesa, Jimmy Carter, orange-and-white Philadelphia Flyers ures so prominently in established parks, cafes and restaurants, a decent public Vaclav Havel and Nelson Mandela as hockey jersey emblazoned with the num- Ukrainian studies programs is essential transportation system, medieval churches, past recipients. Six former recipients of ber 1 and “Yushchenko.” for any deeper study of Ukraine. museums and galleries. Side trips and visits the award have gone on to win the Nobel The Ukrainian (and Ukrainian We should be concerned about the to the beautiful Ukrainian countryside can Peace Prize. American) side did its fair share of show- declining number of universities in the be easily arranged. But most of all, Kyiv The Liberty Medal honors an individual casing as well. The award ceremony was U.S. that teach the core subjects today. has many wonderful people eager to wel- or organization from anywhere in the brought to order by the sounds of the The ranks of qualified Ukrainian studies come the outside world. The recent lifting world that has demonstrated leadership trembita, which was played from the specialists in the U.S. has thinned out of the visa requirements should provide a and vision in pursuit of liberty of con- rooftop of the Constitution Center. When dramatically. We face the inevitability major boost to the fledgling, if still under- science or freedom from oppression, igno- I picture that moment in my mind’s eye, with this trend that, sometime in the developed, Ukrainian tourist industry. No rance or deprivation. With all the incredi- it sends shivers down my spine. future, experts in Ukrainian history or lit- such travel liberalization can even be imag- ble events that happened last year in terms The Ukraina Choir of Philadelphia erature may come from Russian studies ined in Russia or Belarus. of freedom and democracy, the performed, and the president and First or other disciplines, or have had little My friends in Kyiv assure me that no Philadelphia Foundation, the non-profit Lady Kateryna Yushchenko were greeted formal training in the Ukrainian area. doom and gloom is in evidence, although group that administers the award, selected with bread and salt by members of the This is one reason that finding the right everyone would like to see President Mr. Yushchenko’s deeds during the Orange Voloshky Ukrainian dance troupe. balance of subjects in Ukrainian studies Yushchenko deliver on his election prom- Revolution as the world’s most important. World heavyweight champion Vitalii is so important. ises. Many people are disappointed with When I arrived in Philadelphia to Klitschko introduced President the slow pace of change. The stunning cover the awards ceremony for Svoboda, Yushchenko and, not to be outdone, said, Roman Procyk government overhaul just executed by Mr. The Weekly’s sister publication, I was “It is an honor to be in Philadelphia, New York Yushchenko need not be seen as a sign of surprised by how many Ukrainians and home of Rocky Balboa and democracy.” weakness, and as The Times of London Americans of Ukrainian descent were After accepting his award, President The letter-writer is executive director put it; given the stagnant political situation there, waving Ukrainian and American Yushchenko expressed his “special grati- of the Ukrainian Studies Fund. in Ukraine, it should have been done flags and carrying signs that read tude” to the Ukrainian community and months ago. How the political reality will “Greetings from Tysmennytsia” said, “Thank you for the fact that whether come to play itself out, especially with the “Greetings from Ternopil.” President you are home or far from home, in your ominous split between President Yushchenko acknowledged those greet- heart you carry a great love for Ukraine.” Luciuk’s commentary Yushchenko and former Prime Minister ings during his remarks, saying, “It is It was a beautiful summer day, and it Yulia Tymoshenko, remains to be seen, but especially heartwarming to read signs [of felt great being Ukrainian in America. is way off the mark at least we should remain firm in the belief Dear Editor: that Ukraine is moving forward, albeit The events of last winter on the “maid- while committing numerous missteps. an” may be behind us, but the transfor- To The Weekly Contributors: mation of the Ukrainian society has only We greatly appreciate the materials – must provide a complete mailing address Nestor Wolansky just begun, and will continue to take feature articles, news stories, press clip- and a daytime phone number where they Berkeley, Calif. place for years to come. 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by Oksana Piaseckyj and sustainability levels), and the third the “Women’s Economic Empowerment” Occasionally we had business owners Special to The Ukrainian Weekly one is for ESL (English as a Second project. It started two types of NGOs take the course just to gain new skills. Language) teachers and youth develop- throughout Ukraine. One is for women’s One very dedicated rural lady came all MIAMI – At a recent meeting in ment volunteers, who teach English at business support centers and the other is the way from her village of Komarivka Miami, Karl Beck, director of the Peace secondary schools along with civic duty, for women trafficking prevention cen- in the Ternopil Oblast to Ivano- Corps in Ukraine noted that the spirit and leadership, basic business and computer ters. Frankivsk three times a week for three ideals of the Peace Corps are thriving hours per day of class study. The dis- and significantly improving conditions skills. When I started work there in 2002, it Recently, PC/Ukraine changed its was wholly reliant upon grant money for tance was roughly 50-60 kilometers, throughout Ukraine. Mr. Beck credits which is quite a long distance for a mid- this success to the imaginative, energetic focus from mostly urban centers to more its financial survival and I was charged rural areas in order to bridge the “devel- with the task of improving its “capacity dle-aged woman, on old buses and on leadership of the corps’ volunteers such not-too-friendly roads and driving condi- opment gap” of rural youth with their areas” and its “core activities” with the as Mark Raczkiewycz, a young man with tions. urban counterparts. We were able to goal of making it more economically an M.B.A. from Chicago. The circumstances of her life were According to Mr. Beck, people like accomplish this because of the 300 PC sustainable and less reliant on grants. quintessential in the sense that she was at Mr. Raczkiewycz “sense the changes that volunteers in Ukraine – the largest PC The center devised and provided busi- a point where she would’ve had to either are occurring here, and it is exciting for presence in the world. ness trainings on ways to start a busi- leave Ukraine in search of employment them to be delivering to Ukrainians use- I worked in Ivano-Frankivsk for a ness, customer service, time manage- overseas or stay and live off her current ful skills in management and language business endeavor. The ad caught her that will help them succeed in a capitalis- attention, since she baked breads and tic economy and democratic political wedding cakes in her village on the side, system.” and saw a niche: that all breads sold in Mr. Beck invariably asks whether the village were delivered from sur- there are more people like Mr. rounding cities. Raczkiewycz in our communities who She always had a business idea of would like to share their talents in the starting her own bakery – mostly breads Ukrainian Peace Corps. This writer sug- – in an old-fashioned brick oven. She gested that perhaps an interview with Mr. already had relatives living and working Raczkiewycz for The Ukrainian Weekly in Italy, who were prepared to send her could spark some interest. Mr. the ovens and other necessary equip- Raczkiewycz enthusiastically agreed. ment. She just needed some basic busi- ness knowledge, like how to register a Mark, you were assigned to a business and what type of business struc- Business Center in Ivano-Frankivsk in ture to use, such as limited partnership, 2002. Tell us about the center and the sole proprietorship, etc., marketing scope of your work. skills, basic accounting and access to credit or investment to raise the money Before I begin explaining what I did for the shipment and purchase of the in Ukraine, I’d like to provide you with equipment. general background information on how This lady was always the first one in PC [the Peace Corps] operates in the and last one to leave each class; asked country. Presently it has three programs, the most questions, and even came in on all of which are registered with a respec- Mark Raczkiewycz (right) conducts a seminar in Ivano-Frankivsk, Ukraine. the optional, consulting, planning day to tive ministry within the government. The get the inside scoop. In the end, she first one is for business educators (volun- non-profit Women’s Business Support ment, psychological immunity and lead- defended the best business plan in front teers who teach business curriculum at Center, which was mainly funded by ership in business and capacity develop- of our panel. She now runs a small suc- colleges/universities). The second one is Winrock International, a D.C.-based ment. These courses were developed to cessful bakery in the village of for NGO developers (those who work for NGO that supports women in the area encompass short- and long-term training Komarivka. any non-profit, albeit non-political that was the former Russian empire. periods. Additionally, there were infor- organizations to increase their capacities Winrock’s project in Ukraine was called mation consulting services, called an What are the typical problems fac- “entrepreneurial hotline.” These hotlines ing entrepreneurs? were manned by two operators answer- ing questions from aspiring and current Entrepreneurs face several general entrepreneurs on everything related to problems, such as access to credit. The UKRAINIAN INDEPENDENCE DAY: business activities. Today it is a business interest rate for first-time borrowers infrastructure development organization. could be up to 40 percent in the local My task was to develop the center’s currency and 20 percent if borrowing in Rochester community marks holiday internal capabilities. I started a website, American dollars. How to find and man- by Tanya K. Farmiga lowed, speaking about “Ukraine’s age information relating to business is Independence in Light of Recent events.” trained the center’s employees in areas of ROCHESTER, N.Y. – Beneath the fund-raising, grant and proposal writing, another. They often mismanage the bar- The speech was structured around the rage of information available and can wide blue sky, on the beautiful summer rousing words of Ukraine’s President, dealing with clients, writing an employee evening of August 24, the Ukrainian handbook, etc. I also developed training easily become overwhelmed by it. They Victor Yushchenko, as spoken earlier in do not know the basic knowledge on community of Rochester, N.Y., celebrat- the day on Independence Square (maid- programs for clients targeting small and ed the 14th anniversary of Ukraine’s how markets work, like supply and an) in Kyiv. Having recently traveled to medium-sized enterprise business own- independence. Ukrainians of all ages, demand and how certain laws affect their Ukraine, she included her thoughts and ers (SMEs). This consisted mainly in those born in the United States and those business. impressions of Ukraine’s progress. ways to improve their business knowl- recently arrived, gathered at the memori- edge and marketing skills. The concepts of researching a segment The program was transformed into a al honoring the centennial of Ukrainian of your market and customer service immigration on the grounds of the town more light-hearted occasion as the family Were your training sessions limited management need to be learned. They of Irondequoit. trio and musical ensemble of Lesia, Yuriy to Ivano-Frankivsk? need to understand that a customer is The program started with the national and Ivan Yurchenko took the stage. As your “bread and butter” and not someone At the invitation of other Peace Corps anthems of both the United States and children and adults started singing along, you serve and get out of your store volunteers, I gave trainings in other busi- Ukraine, followed by a prayer led by one couldn’t help but draw a comparison ASAP. This lack of marketing knowl- ness centers such as in Crimea and in Father Vasyl Colopelnic along with lead- to the activities and atmosphere of the edge is evident even in major cities. Dnipropetrovsk. With the development ers of other Ukrainian churches. The maidan nine short months ago, even if on of a monthly newsletter, we were reach- Can you relate an example of an president of the United Ukrainian a significantly smaller scale. ing the general public on our progress interesting entrepreneurial success American Organizations of Rochester, The participation of children is always and giving informative guidance about story? Roman Kucil, greeted everyone, and the invigorating, and all present were treated to a wonderful recitation of the poem our activities and disseminating general head of the local branch of the Ukrainian One particular success comes to mind “For Ukraine” as performed by 10-year- information about how small businesses Congress Committee of America – an owner of a translation bureau. He old Lesia Savka. To further underscore operate. (UCCA), Volodymyr Zacharkiw, read an was a former neurologist who rented a youth talent, the poem was written by an English-language greeting from the What results did you witness from small, one-room office on the first floor 11th grader from the Starolysetska School UCCA National Executive. your training for SMEs? of a residential building. The majority of in the Ivano-Frankivsk region. The Irondequoit Town Supervisor read a his clients were Ukrainians needing doc- The Yurchenko ensemble entertained proclamation greeting the Ukrainian com- The work that I did was more like plant- uments translated into English, German, the community until the celebration was munity and designating August 24, 2005, ing seeds. Our 10-week “How to Start Portuguese, Spanish and Italian – all of brought to an end with the beautiful song as the Day of Ukraine’s Independence in Your Own Business” course had a 30 per- the countries where illegal and some- Irondequoit. A similar proclamation was and prayer, “Bozhe Velykyi Yedynyi.” cent success rate in terms of starting a busi- times-legal Ukrainian workers reside. In issued by Monroe County Executive The celebration was sponsored by the ness. About 12 percent of those who had other words, his client base consisted of Maggie Brooks, as read by Irondequoit United Ukrainian American Organizations taken the course found employment with people obtaining work permits and visas Town Councilwoman Lydia Dzus. of Rochester and the Rochester chapter of the skills and knowledge they acquired, abroad in Western Europe. They needed The president of the Rochester the Ukrainian Congress Committee of and another 7 percent created new jobs at Ukrainian Group, Natalia Shulga, fol- America. their existing places of business. (Continued on page 18) No. 41 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2005 9

Acting Foreign Minister Tarasyuk meets with members of U.S. Congress by Serhiy Zhykharev Levin (D-Mich.). Other guests included National Information Service (UNIS) repeal the Jackson-Vanik amendment Ukrainian National Information Service Rep. Joe Wilson (R-S.C.); Dr. Kay King, director of congressional relations; Kyle with regard to Ukraine. Other members legislative director for Rep. Tom Lantos Parker, vice-president of the American of Congress supported his statement and WASHINGTON – The Congressional (D-Calif.); Richard Mereu, majority staff Foreign Policy Council (AFPC); and expressed their support for Ukraine’s Ukrainian Caucus (CUC) and the other staffers for Minister Tarasyuk. graduation from the obsolete amendment, Ukrainian Congress Committee of director for the House of Representatives International Relations Committee, The discussion focused mainly on the noting that by passing such legislation America (UCCA) on September 20 co- results of President Viktor Yushchenko’s the United States would demonstrate its Subcommittee on Europe and Emerging sponsored a luncheon with Ukraine’s act- and Minister Tarasyuk’s meetings during support of Ukraine’s democratic reforms. ing Minister of Foreign Affairs, Borys Threats; Serhiy Korsunsky, chargé d’af- their working visit to New York for the Both Reps. Kaptur and Levin World Summit of leaders at the United remarked that the continued battle Nations. Minister Tarasyuk conveyed to against corruption is necessary in order the members of Congress the warm to demonstrate to the world community reception President Yushchenko received Ukraine’s dedication to overcoming its during his meeting with U.S. Secretary of Soviet legacy. Rep. Levin remarked that State Condoleezza Rice, who expressed he is also encouraged by the increasingly support for Ukraine’s development and public battle against corruption in encouraged Mr. Yushchenko to continue Ukraine and views it as a sign that steering the country toward democracy democracy in Ukraine is in good shape and a market economy. and is taking a strong root in society on During the luncheon, the members of all levels. Congress inquired about the Ukrainian In concluding the luncheon, members of Parliament’s failure to approve President U.S. Congress pledged their support for Yushchenko’s nominee for prime minis- Ukraine’s democratic reforms and ter, to which Minister Tarasyuk respond- expressed hope that the upcoming parlia- ed that the refusal of several parliamen- mentary elections in Ukraine in combina- tary factions to take part in the vote was tion with the appointment of a new disappointing; however, he also Cabinet and constitutional reform will expressed hope that the factions would bring stability to Ukraine and allow the find a compromise and approve a new country to advance toward its goals of prime minister in the second round of accession to the World Trade Organization, voting. membership in NATO, and eventual inte- Rep. Weldon spoke about the need to gration into the European Union. UCCA and Congressional Ukrainian Caucus members with Ukraine’s Acting Minister of Foreign Affairs Borys Tarasyuk (third from left). Tarasyuk. The luncheon was marked by faires of the Embassy of Ukraine in the Bandurist Chorus members converse a warm, friendly atmosphere and lively United States; Yevgeny Bendersky, leg- discussion of the latest developments in islative assistant for Rep. Weldon; Ukraine, as well as ways to expand Michael Sawkiw Jr., president of the with Yushchenkos at New York banquet cooperation between the two nations. UCCA; Laryssa Kyj, executive vice- Among those present were CUC co- president of the UCCA and president of chairs Rep. Curt Weldon (R-Pa.), Rep. the United Ukrainian American Relief Marcy Kaptur (D-Ohio) and Rep. Sander Committee; Serhiy Zhykharev, Ukrainian

Rep. Kaptur meets with women working on civic and social initiatives in Ukraine WASHINGTON – Rep. Marcy Kaptur ment and public information campaigns. (D-Ohio) met with Ukrainian women The delegation visited through the leaders working on civic and social ini- Open World Program, hosted by the Vital tiatives in her office in Washington on Voices Global Partnership. September 14. Ms. Kaptur described the Rep. Kaptur, a 12-term member of the delegation as “building a new future for U.S. House of Representatives from Ukraine.” Northwest Ohio, has traveled extensively The participants were selected to visit in Ukraine since 1973. She is of the U.S. to enhance their knowledge, skills Ukrainian descent and her great-grand- and networks in their fields. The delega- parents are buried there. tion included those who work with fami- Rep. Kaptur drafted the Verkhovna Dozia Krislaty lies on women’s issues, domestic violence, Rada-Congress Agreement and created President Viktor Yushchenko and First Lady Kateryna Yuschenko with environmental problems, youth activism, the Anastasia Fund – named after her Ukrainian Bandurist Chorus board members Anatoli Murha (left) and Zenon culture and also government officials mother – a foundation for underprivi- Krislaty. responsible for social and economic better- leged Ukrainians. by Zenon Krislaty idea and accepted the role of patron of such a proposal. The UBC board pre- NEW YORK – Prior to the Ukrainian sented him with a large framed photo community’s banquet in honor of plaque signed by the entire chorus, the Ukrainian President Viktor Yushchenko book “Living Strings,” a historical on Friday, September 16, at the Pierre chronicle of the bandura, and the most Hotel, Ukrainian Bandurist Chorus board recent video and sound recordings by the members Anatoli Murha and Zenon Krislaty met with the president and the ensemble. first lady. The Yushchenkos and the UBC repre- The UBC, founded in Kyiv in 1918, sentatives agreed that such initiatives and serving as “ambassadors of the ban- preserve our solidarity and national dura and Ukrainian music and culture” identity in both Ukraine and the diaspo- worldwide for 87 years, presented the ra, as well as promote pride in our lan- president with a concept and written pro- guage, culture and heritage of our peo- Rep. Mary Kaptur (fourth from left) with women leaders from Ukraine: (front posal for closer reciprocal relations ple. row, from left) Tetyana Bayeva, Nataliya Chaplynska, Iryna Synyavska, Marfa between musical institutions in Ukraine The 50-plus-member ensemble of Skoryk, Valentyna Kuts, Natasha Marks of Vital Voices, Britta Bjornlund of and North America. Specifically dis- instrumentalists and chorus is about to Open World, (back row) Yryna Shtokolenko, Svitlana Tuntuyeva, Iryna cussed were initiatives to invigorate embark on a tour of western Canada Kononova, Yuliya Semenchenko and Karina Makarenko. national cultural consciousness through between November 4-13 with perform- the bandura and musical arts in eastern ances scheduled in Vancouver, Vernon, Ukraine. Edmonton, Calgary, Saskatoon, Regina Need a back issue? Aware that the capella visited Ukraine and Winnipeg. Readers may log on to If you’d like to obtain a back issue of The Ukrainian Weekly, send $2 per copy (first-class postage included) to: Administration, The Ukrainian Weekly, 2200 Route 10, P.O. Box 280, Parsippany, NJ 07054. in 1991, 1994 and 2001, President www.bandura.org for details on the cho- Yushchenko seemed captivated by the rus or its concerts. 10 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2005 No. 41 Chicago’s Ukrainian community celebrates with Ukrainian Days by Anatoly Gorochovsky Before the start of the official pro- gram, participants had an opportunity to CHICAGO – On the official American shop and buy the latest fashions in calendar there is no mention of the clothes and shoes, jewelry, traditional Ukrainian national holiday. But the leaders woodcarvings, original oil paintings, of American federal and local governmen- musical discs and much more. A record tal bodies not only permit national minori- number of vendors took part in this ties to freely commemorate their holidays year’s festival. It resembled a miniature but also support three celebrations. Sorochinsky Fair, which takes place at In Chicago there are many ethnic com- munities, including Ukrainian, Polish, about the same time in Poltava, Ukraine. Chinese, Jewish and Mexican. In addition, representatives of radio Frequently on the major thoroughfares programs told their listeners about their one can see finely formed columns of involvement in the festival and invited cheerful people who with great satisfac- them to take part in their lotteries. And tion observe their traditional holidays. there were crowds around the newspaper Over the past several years Ukrainian tents. Colleagues from the Ukrainian Independence Day is celebrated by the newspapers Chas i Podiyi, Ukrainske Chicago Ukrainian community with a two- Slovo and Viche gave out their latest day festival that takes place in South Park publications to readers, and listened to located near the Ukrainian Village. their recommendations and wishes. Preparation for the festival, dubbed During the festival, which occurred on Ukrainian Days, is undertaken by a com- Saturday and Sunday, August 20-21, par- mittee appointed by the Ukrainian ticipants were able to feast on foods pre- Congress Committee of America, Illinois pared by four different restaurants and A scene from Chicago’s Ukrainian Days: in the background, the presidium of the Division, which comprises representa- hide from the hot sun under an expanded Independence Day commemoration; in the foreground, the Berkut Orchestra tives of Ukrainian community organiza- covered dining area. directed by Bohdan Skavinsky. tions in Chicago. This year marked the At the appointed time, Festival third consecutive year that Pavlo Chairman Bandriwsky greeted the guests. Vasyl Popadiuk, the violin virtuoso dent of the UCCA Illinois Division. Bandriwsky, vice-president of the When the official opening was conclud- from Canada, enchanted the audience with “A year ago,” said the speaker, “in this UCCA, was the chairman of the festival ed, the stage was filled with music, song, his music. Loud applause rewarded sopilka park we celebrated Ukrainian committee. dance and oration. and tsymbala player Vasyl Perovanchuk, Independence Day. Then, if you remem- the dance group Mriya (SUM Chicago), ber, we spoke about the leaders of the and the men’s quartet Zhaivir. country playing outlaw games and Introduced in turn were singers Nastya expressed our expectations that our nation Lotocky, Halyna Shtohryn and Liliya would elect as leaders true patriots like Tkachik. The hearts of festival partici- Viktor Yushchenko, who will lead the pants were moved by the poetry recita- country down a different path: improve tions of Hannusya Romakh. Sonia from the standard of living of the people, and Nashville and the Vinok Quartet added to take the path to democratic rebirth.” the festivities, followed by more enter- “And our expectations came true. Now tainment late into the evening. in Ukraine, preparations for the Verhovna On the festival’s second day, once Rada elections are taking place, which again people filled the park, this time will occur in March of next year. The bringing their families. For children a UCCA is appealing to the entire special attractions corner was set up, Ukrainian community to actively partici- which included free pony rides, a petting pate in this important political campaign, zoo and an inflatable bounce room. This to elect true Ukrainian patriots to the Parliament.” gave their parents an opportunity to meet The national anthems of the United with their friends or participate in the States and Ukraine were played, fol- many sporting contests including soccer, lowed by a prayer led by Bishop volleyball, chess and checkers. Innocent Lotocky. Guests were invited for the official Greetings and resolutions were read program on the main stage, which dis- from Chicago Mayor Richard Daley and played the Ukrainian and American flags Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich. Acting on each side. The official commemora- Festival participants pose for a photo. tion was opened by Orest Baranyk, presi- (Continued on page 19)

Ukrainian Festival in San Diego marks its 30th anniversary by Vera Skop guest star, the renowned violinist Vasyl Popadiuk, mesmerized the audience with SAN DIEGO – The traditional his masterful skill and virtuosity. Ukrainian Festival in San Diego was held A shortened version of the concert was over Labor Day weekend. This year’s presented on Sunday afternoon on the festivities marked the 45th anniversary of outdoor stage of the House of Pacific the House of Ukraine in Balboa Park, Relations in Balboa Park, where the San Diego, and the 30th anniversary of House of Ukraine is one of 30 nationali- the San Diego Ukrainian Festival. ties represented. Each has its own cottage As in past years, the 2005 festival that displays information about its culture kicked off with a bonfire at San Diego’s and history. Festival attendees were able popular Mission Beach, where the event to view the newly refurbished Ukrainian organizers welcomed the Troyanda “khatka” which has been under renova- Ukrainian Dance Ensemble from Selkirk, tion for the past year. Manitoba, and out-of-town guests. The festival culminated in a banquet On Saturday morning visitors were and dance. Vice-consul Taras Kuzmych offered a unique and special tour of the and staff member Oleksandra Markova USS Midway, an aircraft carrier commis- of the Consulate General of Ukraine in sioned in 1945 that served as the flagship San Francisco were warmly welcomed in Desert Storm in 1991. with a round of applause. The festivities continued into the Guests from northern California pre- evening at a gala concert in Balboa Park. sented a special performance of the Ivan A VIP reception to honor the volunteers Kupalo ritual. Mr. Popadiuk once again of the past 45 years preceded the concert. demonstrated his musical talent in front The audience was treated to the exuber- of guests from California, Arizona, ant and energetic talents of the Troyanda Oregon, Idaho and Canada. Ukrainian Dance Ensemble. A special The House of Ukraine 45th anniversary celebration, which board members from the Vera Skop is president of the House of 1960s to 2005 attended, was a great suc- Ukraine. cess. Plans are already in place for 2006. Members of the Troyanda Ukrainian Dance Ensemble of Selkirk, Manitoba. No. 41 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2005 11 And Miss Soyuzivka 2006 is ... Ksenya Hentisz by Bohdanka Puzyk Excellence Scholarship, the Colleen She will be a senior at Cranbrook the UNA president, Stefan Kaczaraj, a Harrington Scholarship, the University of Kingswood High School, where she is on letter was read from the outgoing Miss KERHONKSON, N.Y. – The annual Rochester Humanities Award and the the swim team, belongs to the snowboard Soyuzivka, Maya Woloshyn. As Miss crowning of Miss Soyuzivka took place Mount Holyoke Book Award. club and is on the yearbook staff. Miss Woloshyn was in Germany participating on August 13-14, in the presence of Natalia Belkairous, daughter of Mr. Pichurko is also a member of Plast. Her in World Youth Day, she could not be many Ukrainian youths who gathered to and Mrs. Ali Belkairous of Munster, Ind., hobbies include all sports, especially out- present and addressed a letter to “Dear participate and celebrate this wonderful is a member of UNA Branch 112. She door activities, weaving and embroidery. Friends of Soyuzivka.” tradition at the Ukrainian National graduated from Munster High School and Sophia Torielli, daughter of Mr. and She wrote: “First of all, I would like Association’s Soyuzivka estate. will be a freshman at De Paul University This year there were seven candidates this fall. While in high school Miss for the coveted title. Stephanie Belkairous was a member of Plast, cap- Hawryluk, the contest coordinator, had tain of the varsity swim team, a member each contestant fill out an application and of the French Club and National Honor co-coordinated the interview process that Society, and a National Merit Semi-final- began on Saturday evening at 7:30 p.m. ist. Her hobbies include playing the vio- The judges for this year were Lydia lin and piano, and participating in the Chopivsky-Benson, a former Miss Soyuzivka; Bohdanka Puzyk, co-coordi- choir. nator and director of the Children’s Day Ksenya Hentisz, daughter of Camp; and Andrij Cybyk, artistic director Chryzanta and the late Roman Hentisz of of the Syzokryli dance ensemble. Jersey City, N.J., is a member of UNA Each of the candidates showed herself Branch 88. She is currently a sophomore to be an exceptional young lady with at New York University, where she is poise and grace. Each not only excelled studying international politics and histo- academically, but in terms of extensive ry. Miss Hentisz is a member of Plast and social commitments as well. These young its Verkhovynky sorority, and is active in ladies, while being active in their the New York Plast branch as a youth Ukrainian community, also are busy counselor. She is a member of the ambassadors teaching and explaining to Syzokryli dance ensemble and studies others the facts about Ukraine and its ballet with New York’s Steps on future in the international arena. Broadway. She is looking forward to Olenka Stephania Bodnaruk, daughter joining the university’s Ballroom Dance of Mr. and Mrs. Roman Bodnaruk of Club this semester. While in high school Brecksville, Ohio, is a member of UNA Miss Hentisz was a member of the New Branch 316. She is a senior at Jersey Ballet’s Junior Company and par- Brecksville-Broadview High School and ticipated in performances at New Jersey a member of Plast Ukrainian Scouting Performing Arts and the Papermill Organization. Miss Bodnaruk is also an Playhouse, among other venues. active member of her church choir along Scholastically speaking, Miss Hentisz Miss Soyuzivka 2006, Ksenya Hentisz. with the French Club, Photo Club, was on the high honors list all through International Club, SADD (Students high school and was in the Spanish Mrs. Bob Torielli, of Colonia, N.J., is a to thank you for being here tonight. Against Drunk Driving) and the HUD- Honor Society, and now is on the dean’s member of UNA Branch 450. She is cur- Thank you for showing your support for DLE role model. Her hobbies include list at NYU. She was awarded the rently a sophomore at Dickinson Soyuzivka, and for your interest in playing the bandura and piano, along General Studies Program Scholarship to College, where she is pursuing interna- attending the tradition of the Miss with participating in the Ukrainian dance attend New York University. tional business, economics and Eastern Soyuzivka pageant. On that note, I apol- ensemble Kashtan. Natalia Lyseckyj, daughter of Mr. and European studies. Miss Torielli is a ogize for my own absence. I am in Sonya Borys, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Volodymyr Lyseckyj of Brooklyn, member of the international a cappella Cologne, Germany, right now, volunteer- Mrs. John Borys of Rochester, N.Y., is a N.Y., is a member of UNA Branch 777. group, the debate team and mock trials. ing at the World Youth Day. member of UNA Branch 452. She is cur- She will be a sophomore at John Jay Her hobbies include ski racing, soccer, “However, all year I have been look- rently a student at St. John’s University, College of criminal justice in New York lacrosse, dodge ball and intramural floor ing forward to saying some words about where she is studying television and film City. Miss Lyseckyj would like to become hockey. Soyuzivka and its importance in keeping production. Miss Borys is an active an international lawyer. She is a member Unfortunately, only three young ladies the Ukrainian community together and member of Plast, the Syzokryli and of the Chornobyl Project, Mock Trials could be winners, and they were alive. We must always keep Soyuzivka in Mamai dance ensembles, and the Film and the Environmental Club. She enjoys announced in the following order: our hearts and minds as a place we know and Television Club at the university. Her playing volleyball, dancing and theater. • The second runner-up, who received that we will always find Ukrainians. hobbies include playing the piano, music, Alexandra Pichurko, daughter of Mr. a free weekend at Soyuzivka, is Miss Especially important is to then pass this painting and cooking. She was awarded and Mrs. Bohdan Pichurko of Troy, Borys. on to our children, because in this con- St. John’s University’s Scholastic Mich., is a member of UNA Branch 175. • The first runner up, who received a tinually diverse world it becomes harder free week at Soyuzivka, is Miss and harder to hold on to our roots. Bodnaruk. Soyuzivka is here to make that easier, as • Miss Soyuzivka 2006, who was well as being a place to make wonderful awarded a $300 cash prize and a free memories and life long friends. week at Soyuzivka, is Miss Hentisz. “I thank Soyuzivka for giving me the At the dance, before the young ladies opportunity to represent it for a year, and were crowned and the new Miss I send my congratulations from Germany Soyuzivka had her traditional dance with to the new Miss Soyuzivka.”

UNA President Stefan Kaczaraj leads the new Miss Soyuzivka, Ksenya Hentisz, The newly crowned Miss Soyuzivka is congratulated by (from left) Natalia in the traditional coronation dance. Halatyn, her brother, Danylo Hentisz, and Dianna Shmerykowsky. 12 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2005 No. 41 Record number of swimmers compete in Labor Day competition by Marika Bokalo Individual results 50 m freestyle 3. Bohdanna Stolar (SUM), 23.67 1. Amelia Danovitch-Kachnykewytch KERHONKSON, N.Y. – On September BOYS 10 AND UNDER (Sitch), 36.80 25 m butterfly 3 a record number of swimmers – 72 – 2. Tara Reid (SUM), 50.30 1. Alexandra Dunigan (SUM), 15.98 registered for the 49th annual Labor Day 25 m freestyle 3. Lesia Danyliuk (SUM), 58.63 2. Viktoria Mosuriak (SUM), 16.56 Swimming Competition held at 1. Ryan Reid (SUM), 17.19 3. Lesia Olesnycky (Sitch), 18.53 Soyuzivka, the Ukrainian National 2. Michael Tershakovec (Tryzub), 22.17 25 m backstroke Association’s estate in Kerhonkson, N.Y. 3. Pavlo Kozak (Sitch), 22.79 1. Emily Dunigan (SUM), 26.89 BOYS 13-14 Indeed, up to three heats had to be organ- ized for some events in order to accommo- 50 m freestyle 25 m breaststroke 100 m individual medley date the under 10 age group. 1. Stephan Palylyk (SUM), 1:04.04 1. Amelia Danovitch-Kachnykewytch 1. Pavlo Tershakovec (Tryzub), 1:36.11 The tremendous weather only added 2. Ryan Reid (SUM), 1:08.95 (Sitch), 22.18 2. Danylo Naumenko (SUM), 1:52.98 to the charged atmosphere surrounding 3. Michael Betley (SUM), 1:11.03 2. Katheryna Nyzhenko (Sitch), 23.27 the excited swimmers. The surrounding 3. Melissa McPhillips (Sitch), 25.68 50 m freestyle grounds were filled with cheering as 25 m backstroke 1. Pavlo Tershakovec (Tryzub), 39.44 swimmers and onlookers alike encour- 1. Pavlo Kozak (Sitch), 29.56 25 m butterfly 2. Danylo Naumenko (SUM), 44.41 aged those in the water. 2. Michael Tershakovec (Tryzub), 29.91 1. Amelia Danovitch-Kachnykewytch 3. Stefan Lesiak (Tryzub), 47.24 After the competition, trophies and 3. Stephan Olesnycky, 33.37 (Sitch), 18.53 2. Katheryna Nyzhenko (Sitch), 20.36 100 m freestyle 3. Katrusia Midzak (SUM), 22.59 1. Gregory Fat (Tryzub), 1:02.40 2. Nicholas Patrylak (Tryzub), 1:16.43 BOYS 11-12 50 m backstroke 25 m freestyle 1. Gregory Fat (Tryzub), 32.68 1. Basil Stolar (SUM), 17.22 2. Nicholas Patrylak (Tryzub), 36.70 2. Matthew Betley (SUM), 17.41 3. Roman Krywulych (Sitch), 19.98 50 m breaststroke 1. Nicholas Patrylak (Tryzub), 45.87 50 m freestyle 1. Andrew Olchowecky (Tryzub), 40.32 50 m butterfly 2. Matthew Betley (SUM), 47.26 1. Gregory Fat (Tryzub), 29.48* 3. Roman Krywulych (Sitch), 47.71 2. Pavlo Tershakovec (Tryzub), 41.77 3. Danylo Naumenko (SUM), 49.78 25 m backstroke 1. Basil Stolar (SUM), 19.56 GIRLS 13-14 2. Andrew Olchowecky (Tryzub), 20.47 100 m individual medley 25 m breaststroke 1. Christine Fat (Tryzub), 1:22.21 1. Basil Stolar (SUM), 20.42 2. Roman Krywulych (Sitch), 24.84 50 m freestyle 3. Nicholas Siokalo (Tryzub), 28.23 1. Christine Fat (Tryzub), 32.75 2. Tanya Palylyk (SUM), 34.02 25 m butterfly 3. Catie Bukalo (SUM), 42.60 1. Andrew Olchowecky (Tryzub), 24.52 100 m freestyle GIRLS 11-12 1. Tetiana Palylyk, 1:17.34

The team champions of the meet: the swimmers of Tryzub. 25 m freestyle 50 m backstroke 1. Viktoria Mosuriak (SUM)13.09* 1. Catie Bukalo (SUM), 58.03 medals provided by the Ukrainian 25 m breaststroke 2. Lesia Chopivsky (Sitch), 16.16 National Association were handed out to 1. Michael Tershakovec, 26.05 3. Bohdanna Stolar (SUM), 18.52 50 m breaststroke individual and team champions. During 2. Pavlo Kozak (Sitch), 27.10 1. Tetiana Palylyk (SUM), 46.87 the ceremony Marika Bokalo whole- 3. Ryan Reid (SUM), 27.97 50 m freestyle 2. Catie Bukalo (SUM), 58.59 heartedly thanked the UNA for its gener- 1. Viktoria Mosuriak (SUM), 31.39 ous contribution, as well as Soyuzivka 25 m butterfly 2. Alexandra Dunigan (SUM), 32.41 50 m butterfly for providing the pool and accommoda- 1. Stephan Olesnycky (Sitch), 31.42 3. Lesia Olesnycky (Sitch), 35.35 1. Christine Fat (Tryzub) 36.71 tions that made the event possible. All the youth organizations and GIRLS 10 AND UNDER 25 m backstroke BOYS 15 AND OVER clubs that participated – Chornomorska 1. Natalia Hryhorowych (Sitch), 21.45 Sitch, Ukrainian American Youth 25 m freestyle 100 m individual medley Association (SUM) and Tryzub – 1. Katheryna Nyzhenko (Sitch), 19.58 25 m breaststroke 1. William Makar (Sitch), 1:10.04 worked extremely hard to earn the 2. Tania Midzak (SUM), 19.69 1. Alexandra Dunigan (SUM), 17.66* right to this year’s team trophy. 3. Emily Dunigan (SUM), 19.78 2. Lesia Olesnycky (Sitch), 21.16 (Continued on page 20) Though only one could win, the overall scores were extremely close, attesting to the fierce competition and serious- ness with which the teams approached this annual event. The final results were as follows: First place was awarded to Tryzub with the final score of 149, Chornomorska Sitch came in second with 139 points and third place fell to SUM with 138 points. The competition could not have been such a successful endeavor without the help and support of countless volunteers. The swim meet was organized and led by Ms. Bokalo; John Makar and John Dunnigan served as judges. Scores were recorded by Myron Prymak, Marusia Makar, Christine Peters and Nicholas Prociuk. Timers included Zenon Cybriwsky, David Donovitch, Alexandra Kozak, Taras Kozak, George Lesiuk, John Midzak, Peter Prociuk, Theresa Reid, Irene Stolar, Marianne Teniuch, Peter Teniuch and Larissa Woloszczuk. Three new individual records were set, as is noted with asterisks in the results below. Chornomorska Sitch swimmers who took their squad to second place in team scoring. No. 41 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2005 13

A 50-yearby Petrusia Sawchak tenniscompeted tradition in many tournaments continues at at UNA estate Soyuzivka Soyuzivka over the years. It must be said KERHONKSON, N.Y. – Once again that the score does not reflect the intensi- Erik Matkiwsky and Maryanna Milchutske ty of the game. won the men’s and women’s division, Ultimately Mr. Matkiwsky emerged respectively, at the annual Ukrainian Sports victorious – in part, due to what seemed Federation of the U.S.A. and Canada like his 100-mile-per-hour fantastic (USCAK) Labor Day Tennis Tournament serve, which left everyone in awe. The held at Soyuzivka. The tournament, held on spectators were mesmerized by the level September 3-5, celebrated 50 years of con- of play and many said that they felt like secutive play this year. they were at one of the matches being In the men’s final, Mr. Matkiwsky of held at the U.S. Open in Flushing, N.Y., New Jersey overcame George Charuk of that same weekend. Illinois, 6-2, 6-3, in the most outstanding Fifteen-year-old Miss Milchutske beat match in the entire tournament. Both Ann Marie Shumsky, a former champion, finalists are former champions, having of Connecticut, 6-1, 6-2 two years in a

Seen during the tournament ceremonies are (from left) Petrusia Sawchak, Mark Krasij, Dennis Chorny, George Charuk, Erik Matkiwsky, Roma Lisovich and Vira Popel.

Roman Rakoczy Sr. presents the coveted Mary Dushnyck Sportsmanship award to Tania Kyfor.

Women’s champion Maryana Mitchutske (center) is congratulated by (from left) George Hrabec, Roman Rakoczy Sr., Roma Lisovich and George Popel.

row. For the third year in a row Miss Dushnyck, initiator of the Sportsmanship Milchutske also became a double Award given every year, was a partici- USCAK champion in both the women’s pant in the first tennis tournament held in and junior girls’ groups. 1956 and continued to compete until she The opening ceremonies, held on the could not anymore. Mrs. Dushnyck was a tennis courts of Soyuzivka, were dedicat- long-term supreme vice-presidentess of ed to the 50th tournament held at the the Ukrainian National Association. UNA Estate and the 50th anniversary of Other speakers included Roman USCAK. Greetings and a short history of Rakoczy Sr., also one of the original the tournament were given by Yurij organizers, and Myron Stebelsky, presi- dent of USCAK, who spoke about Kupchynsky, one of the organizers of the USCAK’s golden anniversary to be cele- first tennis tournament held here. There Trophies and Winner Group Inc. stipends are awarded to the older boys’ group brated at the Ramada Inn in East champion Mykola Stroynick (second from right) and runner-up Damian Petrykevych were 19 men and 12 women in that tour- (second from left) by George Sawchak and Roma Lisovich. nament. He recalled how Mary (Continued on page 24)

Tennis committee members, Yurij Kupchynsky, (second from left) and Myron Stebelsky (second from right) during the KLK award presentation to George Sawchak (third from right). Petrusia Sawchak (left) and Vira Popel (right) present a trophy to Lana Denysyk. 14 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2005 No. 41

Ukrainian Day at Giant’s Stadium features festival and sports

The Iskra ensemble of Whippany, N.J., dances the “Chumak.”

A view of the action as the Ukrainian American All-Stars play the Metrostars Reserves.

Oksana Baiul (left) and guest with Ukrainian National Association Treasurer Roma Lisovich, a member of the Ukrainian Day Committee.

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. – Saturday, event was highlighted by a Ukrainian open- September 17, was Ukrainian Day here at ing ceremony reminiscent of the Orange Giants Stadium – a daylong event that fea- Revolution as children and teens appeared tured performances, vendors and sports. on the field attired in Ukrainian T-shirts and The day began with a show on an carrying Ukrainian blue-and-yellow flags. open-air stage set up in the stadium park- Opera star Oksana Krovytska, soprano, ing lot. Featured were individual perform- sang the U.S. national anthem, while bari- ers and ensembles, dancers, singers and tone Oleh Chmyr performed the Ukrainian The Bokalos, Myron and Marika, display their ceramic art. musicians, from New Jersey, New York, anthem. The halftime show spotlighted the Pennsylvania and Connecticut – the vast Syzokryli Ukrainian Dance Ensemble. majority of them young amateurs. A special guest at Ukrainian Day was Vendors’ tables were laden with sundry former Olympic figure skating champion items, ranging from Ukrainian folk art, Oksana Baiul, who addressed the crowd jewelry and music CDs to Ukrainian soc- during the afternoon program and later cer jerseys, and Soyuzivka, the Ukrainian made the ceremonial first kick to start off National Association’s upstate New York the Metrostars’ game against New estate, was on the scene to provide England. Ukrainian foods to hungry festival-goers. Ukrainian Day was organized by a spe- All in all, the atmosphere was that of a cial committee of area Ukrainian commu- Ukrainian tailgate party. nity activists – some 50 people in all – led A special afternoon soccer game in by Gene Chyzowych, former coach of U.S. Giants Stadium featured the Metrostars Olympic, World Cup and national soccer Reserves vs. the Ukrainian American All- teams, who currently chairs the Metrostars Stars, a combined squad that featured Youth Development Committee. players from various teams. Profits of over $6,000 from ticket The evening soccer match pitted the sales ($5 per ticket sold) were distributed Metrostars against the New England as donations to 35 Ukrainian community Revolution (the Metrostars won 5-4). The groups.

Photos in this series by Bohdan Porytko, Roma Lisovich and Roma Hadzewycz. Ukrainian Day Chairman Gene Chyzowych (right) with fellow committee members (from left) Ihor Chyzowych, Michael Koziupa and Ihor Rakowsky. No. 41 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2005 15

Manager Nestor Paslawsky (left) and Andrew Cade serve customers Ukrainian food prepared by Soyuzivka. Ballroom dance students on stage.

The duo of singer Lesya Hrabova and bandurist Youngsters attired in orange T-shirts wave Ukrainian flags during the opening ceremonies of the evening soccer Olya Stashchyshyn. game featuring the Metrostars vs. the New England Revolution.

The Syzokryli dance their rousing “Hopak.” 16 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2005 No. 41

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mation from representatives of foreign Ukrainian television by Serhii Holovaty, a Gongadze and who is suspected of person- Battle against... intelligence services about selling lawyer working with the Gongadze family. ally taking part in kidnapping the journal- (Continued from page 2) Turkmen oil at reduced prices,” Mr. During a press conference after being ist, is in hiding in Israel and the Israeli know when to step on the brakes.” Ashirmukhammedov said. “After that, he relieved of his position as the head of the police cannot seem to locate him. Mr. established unofficial contacts with rep- SBU, Mr. Turchynov stated that the SBU Pukach is considered a key link in the Putin reportedly upset by gas probe resentatives of foreign intelligence serv- had authenticated the portion of the noto- chain of men who gave the order to kidnap The investigation into allegedly fraud- ices and offered his services to them.” rious tape recordings made by Mykola and kill Gongadze and the perpetrators. ulent practices in the transport of Mr. Niyazov also accused Mr. Melnychenko, a member of Mr. Other suspects wanted on a variety of Turkmen gas to Ukraine by two compa- Gurbanmuradov of having three wives. Kuchma’s security detail, which deals charges are reportedly hiding in Moscow nies, Eural Trans Gas and RosUkrEnergo, Sources in Kyiv suspect that Mr. with the Gongadze case. The SBU deter- and in the United States. Former Sumy that was begun by the SBU in May, was Gurbanmuradov was arrested in order to mined that the recordings are authentic Oblast head Yurii Scherban, wanted on halted by President Viktor Yushchenko’s silence him because he knew the mecha- and not fragments of conversations charges of defrauding the state of mil- direct order, Oleksander Turchynov told nisms of how money from the spliced together and that the speakers lions of dollars, is alleged to be hiding in RFE/RL on September 20. RosUkrEnergo gas-transport scheme was were indeed Mr. Kuchma, former SBU Florida, while Volodymyr Satsiuk, want- Mr. Turchynov stated that Mr. being kicked back to high-level Turkmen head Leonid Derkach, former Internal ed in connection with the poisoning of Yushchenko told him in mid-August to stop officials who were then placing it in off- Affairs Minister Yurii Kravchenko (who Mr. Yushchenko during the 2004 presi- “persecuting my men” and that the investi- shore banks. is deceased and, according to the official dential campaign, is alleged to be in gation of RosUkrEnergo was “creating a The shake-up in the Turkmen energy report, committed suicide in February by Moscow, as is the former head of the conflict with Russian President Putin.” Mr. sector continued through the summer. In shooting himself twice in the head) and Odesa Oblast Administration Ruslan Turchynov would not elaborate on why Mr. August, former minister and current Parliament Chairman Volodymyr Bodelan, who is wanted on charges of Putin was so upset by the investigation. Turkmenneft head Saparmammet Valiev Lytvyn. Earlier the same recordings had fraud and embezzlement. Soon after Mr. Turchynov’s removal was sentenced to 25 years in prison for been authenticated by the FBI. Mr. Turchynov also pointed out in an as head of the SBU on September 8, the embezzlement and other purported On the tape, Mr. Kuchma tells Mr. interview with the Obozrevatel website website Obozrevatel reported on crimes. Former Turkmenneftegaz head Kravchenko to “get rid of Gongadze.” that the procurator general’s investigation September 21 that the SBU officer in Ilyas Charyev, who was fired in June, According to Ukrainian law the into former National Security and charge of the investigation of was sentenced to 24 years’ imprisonment. recordings cannot be admitted into court Defense Council Secretary Petro RosUkrEnergo, Andrii Kozhemiakin, In both cases, the sentences were as evidence. Poroshenko’s alleged involvement in five was transferred from the case to other announced although there were no According to Mr. Turchynov, former separate instances of corruption was “at duties. Mr. Turchynov confirmed this reports that the men had been tried. In Internal Affairs Ministry Gen. Oleksii best a bare minimum,” given the evi- September President Niyazov fired information for RFE/RL. Pukach, who was in charge of the min- dence collected by SBU investigators Guichmurad Esenov, head of the According to Mr. Turchynov, Yurii istry’s special units that followed into Mr. Poroshenko’s alleged activities. Boiko, the former head of Naftohaz, was Turkmenbashi refinery, for alleged cor- interrogated twice by the SBU in con- ruption and drunkenness. junction with the RosUkrEnergo case and Khudaiberdy Orazov, Turkmenistan’s was about to be arrested when President former central-bank chief and now an Yushchenko ordered Mr. Turchynov to opposition leader in exile, told RFE/RL’s let him go. Soon afterward, Mr. Boiko, Turkmen Service that he believes Mr. now the head of the Republican Party, Gurbanmuradov’s legal problems are part signed a pre-parliamentary election pact of Mr. Niyazov’s attempt to cover up his with former Prime Minister Anatolii own business activities. Kinakh’s party, which supports the pro- A report in April 2005 titled Yushchenko faction. “Turkmenistan: People! Motherland! Mr. Turchynov told RFE/RL that dur- Leader?” by the Conflict Research With deep sorrow we announce that after a long illness ing the second interrogation of Boiko, Center Studies, a part of the Defense investigators confronted him with evi- Academy of the United Kingdom, notes: dence that he had received kickbacks “The president [Niyazov] has made from the RosUkrEnergo scheme. claims that his personal fortune, for the ROMAN DUMA As to the activities of Oleksander most part stored in European banks, beloved son, brother, nephew and cousin Tretiakov, President Yushchenko’s for- amounts to $3 billion.” passed away on October 2, 2005. mer top adviser, Mr. Turchynov claimed Suspects released that Mr. Tretiakov in fact became the per- Funeral services were held at St. George Ukrainian Catholic son responsible for overseeing the func- Two former senior officials arrested by Church in New York City on October 5, 2005, followed by tioning of the RosUkrEnergo gas scheme the Ukrainian Procurator General’s after Mr. Yushchenko’s election. Office on charges of fraud, embezzle- interment at St. Andrew’s Ukrainian Orthodox Cemetery According to a report released by ment and inciting a riot were released in South Bound Brook, N.J. Procurator General Sviatoslav Piskun on from prison in September. Ivan Rizak, September 22, Mr. Tretiakov was found the former head of the Zakarpattia Oblast innocent of any wrongdoing. Mr. Administration and Borys Kolesnykov, He will be deeply missed by his: head of the Donetsk Oblast Council, are mother Natalia Duma Kickbacks for gas now free, and Mr. Kolesnykov has sister Lesia Lebed with husband Orest and daughters resumed his job as head of the oblast Mr. Turchynov also said the SBU had Andrea and Arianna turned to the Turkmen security service council. for information concerning the large On September 23, Mr. Yushchenko brother Markian Duma with wife Laurie and children sums of money allegedly being laundered announced a pact with the opposition in William and Cassandra to Turkmen leaders from this gas-trans- which he promised to look into an aunt Iryna Kurowyckyj with husband Jaroslaw portation scheme. Soon after the request amnesty for those convicted of vote rig- was made, Turkmen President ging during the 2004 Ukrainian presiden- uncle Zenovi Saramaka with wife Ivanna and Saparmurat Niyazov, who is also known tial elections. Commentators and law daughter Victoria as Turkmenbashi, ordered the arrest of enforcement officials in Kyiv told uncle George Pasternak with wife Nusia and Yolly Gurbanmuradov, the deputy prime RFE/RL that it was pointless to keep minister in charge of energy and gas. these people in prison when the individu- son Christopher RFE/RL reported in June that als who ordered them to rig the vote were cousin Jaroslaw Kurowyckyj, Jr. with wife Ezya and Turkmen National Security Minister never investigated or arrested. children George and Dianna Geldymukhammed Ashirmukhammedov The case of the September 2000 murder told Mr. Niyazov and the Cabinet of of Internet journalist Hryhorii Gongadze cousin Oksana Komarnyckyj with husband Orest and Ministers more about Mr. appears to be stalled and the chances of daughters Ksenia and Katya Gurbanmuradov’s alleged activities. finding and convicting those responsible cousin Andrew Mencinsky with wife Lori and son Gavin “Yolly Gurbanmuradov, at the end of for ordering the killing of the journalist are October [2004], received Internet infor- slim, according to an appearance on cousins Tamara and Darko Mencinsky

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lobby and cooperate with the local gov- Update... ernment, how we target the women popu- (Continued from page 8) lation in our activities; what kind of diplomas, marriage certificates, and dri- activities we hold, how we monitor our ver’s licenses translated. progress, how we work and function. Naturally the doctor wanted to expand Their trip lasted, I think, seven to 10 days his services. Occasionally a student would Who initiated the women trafficking need something translated for school as project and how was it implemented? well. I asked him whether he’d researched the translation market in Ukraine, on how This project was through La Strada via “full-service” he wanted to go, whether the French Embassy in Kyiv. It was fund- that was necessary at this point in the ed by a small grant. They gave us pam- Ivano-Frankivsk translation market? phlets on women’s trafficking in His answer was a flat no. Ukrainian to distribute and disseminate, I suggested he coordinate and share posters to hang up around the city, and information with other businesses work- funds to travel around the oblast and talk ing in similar fields. I advised him to to so-called high school seniors, but boys solicit the marriage agencies and the were included. three hotels in town where most foreign- This group was targeted since many ers come to offer “oral interpretation” girls who complete secondary school services for those “wife hunting” foreign- study and whose parents can’t afford to ers, regular tourists and the tourists send them to any institution of higher searching for fun. He didn’t know how learning are most at-risk for being target- much he could charge for an hourly rate ed for illegal trafficking or falling victim of interpretation. So I helped him to a scam. research it by contacting several Kyiv We spoke about common sense type of firms and then lowering the rate by 15 things to avoid, such as, never to surren- percent to make the adjustment for a less- der your passport and seriously consider in-demand western Ukrainian town like everything involved with working Ivano-Frankivsk. abroad. We issued them a list of We developed a marketing plan, which Ukrainian embassies in every Western included an annual marketing blitz dur- European country and what kind of ques- ing the “green card” lottery season, by tions to ask. We were just trying to offering consulting, help and online inform them of what to expect, on how application for the lottery to all appli- their desperation in combination with cants. We advertised in the local press, their naivete could endanger them. hung up a stand on the sidewalk to attract more “pedestrian traffic,” and pasted Just to round out your numerous large green colored letters on his store- and diverse experiences, please tell us front window displaying only “Green about your cleaning project of the Card” with an American flag standing on Bystrytsia River. the window sill. Business boomed. He bought additional office space from the The day after Ukrainian Easter, a adjacent first-floor occupant, knocked group of Christian youth, boy scouts, and down the wall and expanded, bought political and student organizations gath- more computers and hired more transla- ered by the river with a huge dump truck. tors/interpreters. Once there, areas of the riverbank were I’ve seen him prosper from having one designated to teams, bags and gloves computer and one telephone line to hav- were handed out, and we would collect ing three computers, additional hired garbage all day. Water was also provided. help, a larger share of the market and a We had a lot of fun. The spring sun and stellar reputation. friendly banter among us gave us a lot of entertainment. Your job involved some secondary projects. What were they? * * * Mark Raczkiewycz’s footprints in I taught business English and termi- Ukraine are by no means small. In addi- nology at our “Youth Business School”; tion, he has published a book, “75 Steps organized a study tour for Belarusian to Starting a Business” (a guide he hopes women NGO leaders to visit our center will help the budding entrepreneur), and speak with local community and organized a sister city search for Ivano- government leaders; volunteered on an Frankivsk with a city in the United annual river clean up of the Bystrytsia States, and put together a database of all River; and helped a local psychologist the laws that regulate business activity in tour neighboring schools to speak about Ukraine. the dangers of women trafficking. Readers who would like to join people What was the focus of the study like Mr. Raczkiewycz and share there tour for the Belarusian women? knowledge with Ukrainians to help them enter into a new entrepreneurial democrat- This study tour was financed by the ic future, may contact the Peace Corps Ukrainian Women’s Fund through a headquarters in the United States: tele- small grant that I wrote. Its main endeav- phone, (800) 424-8580; e-mail, or was to invite a group of women NGO https://peacecorps.gov; or the Peace Corps leaders from Belarus along with their in Ukraine: telephone, 011-380-247-6840; government “gender equity” counterparts e-mail, [email protected]. to basically have a look and see how Information is available also on the web- things are done in Ukraine, how we site, www.pcukraine.org.

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ments have brought great honor to the ratory virus that afflicts infants. College and the University. After ICN, Mr. Mazur was then select- Mr. Mazur’s wife, Helena, as well as ed by the board of directors at Chantal colleagues, friends, fellow college alum- Pharmaceuticals, a research-based com- ni and current Temple students, were pany, to restructure its operations – a task present to enjoy the evening’s festivities he completed within 18 months. and to share in his honor. Upon accepting In 1989 he joined Medicis the award, Mr. Mazur delivered an Pharmaceuticals as a member of the inspiring speech to all in attendance. His founding executive team. As executive reminiscence of his days as a Temple stu- vice president, he was instrumental in dent and his humble deliverance of his establishing a dermatology-oriented com- ensuing success were the highlight of the pany that has become a leader within its evening. industry niche. Mr. Mazur is an entrepreneur and In 1995 he founded Genesis pharmaceutical company executive who Pharmaceutical, which is a company has been instrumental in creating enter- focused on dermatological products. prises within companies and as a founder Genesis was ultimately acquired by of pharmaceutical companies. Pierre Fabre Group, based in France. He began his business career with Until recently, Mr. Mazur was the CEO Cooper Laboratories while completing of Genesis Pharmaceutical. his master’s in business administration. Presently he is establishing Triax During his 10-year career at Cooper, Mr. Pharmaceuticals, a new pharmaceutical Mazur advanced from a sales representa- venture. tive position to a series of marketing, Mr. Mazur was born in Germany and strategic planning, corporate develop- as a young boy immigrated to the United Leonard Mazur addresses the Baccalaureate Dinner of Temple University’s ment and general management positions States with his parents He is extremely College of Liberal Arts after receiving the Diamond Achievement Award. which included operating responsibilities proud of his Ukrainian heritage and is by Marsha Ray Achievement Award at the college’s 2005 for a division of the company. Notably, active in various Ukrainian American Baccalaureate Dinner. while at Cooper, he was involved in the organizations. He is on the board of direc- PHILADELPHIA – The College of The College of Liberal Arts Alumni creation of Cooper Vision, which ulti- tors of the Children of Chornobyl Relief Liberal Arts at Temple University proud- Board presents its annual Diamond mately became the largest eye care com- and Development Fund, is president of ly presented Leonard L. Mazur, a 1968 Achievement Award to an alumna or pany in the United States. the Ukrainian American Professional and alumnus of the school, with the Diamond alumnus whose outstanding achieve- In 1981 Mr. Mazur joined the U.S. Businesspersons Association of New Pharmaceutical Division of BASF as York and New Jersey, and serves on the director of marketing. He was responsi- board of trustees for Manor College in Orange Revolution. ble for introducing into the U.S. market Jenkintown, Pa. Chicago’s... After the official program, the concert one of the first calcium channel blockers, Mr. Mazur holds both a bachelor of arts (Continued from page 10) started, led off by the Berkut wind a breakthrough medication used to treat and an M.B.A. from Temple University. Consul General of Ukraine in Chicago orchestra directed by Bohdan Skavinsky. hypertension and other heart disorders. He has been awarded a U.S. patent for a Oleh Shevchenko spoke about the current Yaroslav Bodnar, who is well-known in In 1984 he joined ICN Pharmaceuticals cholesterol-lowering drug. He and his political situation in Ukraine, about eco- Chicago for his humorous programs, fol- as vice-president of sales and marketing. wife reside in Mountain Lakes, N.J. nomic reform, which is being carried out lowed. He read several verses from his While at ICN, he launched the first anti- The Baccalaureate Dinner was held on by the country’s new leaders, and the recently published book of poetry. viral drug for treatment of a deadly respi- May 16. expanding contacts between the homeland The Surma choir, which was formed and Ukrainians in the American diaspora. years ago and concertized throughout He thanked the community for their active America, performed a melody of participation in the presidential elections. Ukrainian songs under the direction of The audience warmly greeted the Zeonid Modrycky. An engaging moment words of Marta Farion, chairman of the of the celebration was a performance by Chicago-Kyiv Sister City Program, who African American Pastor Achmed, who said: “The slogan that was born on passionately sang a Ukrainian song titled Independence Square ‘Together we are “Ya Tebe Liubliu.” many, we will not be defeated’ should Tremendously successful was the once again be heard as we are preparing Ukrainian American Youth Association’s for the parliamentary elections.” (SUM) dance group Iskra from Palatine, Those present listened with great Ill. The young performers, no older than interest to the presentation by Walter 6-8 years of age, danced an outstanding Polovchak, who 25 years ago, as a 12- “Hopak.” In appreciation of their presen- year-old boy, refused to return with his tation, the audience gave them a standing parents to the Soviet Union and asked the ovation which lasted for quite a while. American government to give him politi- An ex-resident of Lviv followed in the cal asylum. The Ukrainian community concert. Halyna Horobyanska, a former rose up in support of this young fellow performer in the Krushelnytska Opera and the young Walter was able to stay in and Ballet Theater, declaimed a classic America. verse and sang a Ukrainian national song. Over the years he completed his edu- Former members of the Berkut orchestra, cation, began his career, bought a home, who performed in the same theater got married and is now raising two chil- included Bohdan Horbyansky, Roman dren. On the whole what helped him suc- Maksimiv and Bohdan Skavinsky. ceed, he said, was the support of the Next were the performances of singer Ukrainian community and especially his Volodymyr Duda, the vocal instrumental attorney, Julian Kulas. group Mriya under the direction of “I would like to take this opportunity,” Mychajlo Demberetsky and the musical said Mr. Polovchak “to thank everyone group Karpatsky Zori directed by Ihor who helped me get on my feet. I greet Chytry. The world-famous Hromovytsia everyone on this occasion of our national Dance Ensemble performed several holiday and wish that Ukraine in the near dances, which were rewarded with thun- future becomes one of the great derous applause. European nations.” Well into the late hours, music echoed An event of this magnitude could not throughout the park while people danced be possible without support from finan- and celebrated. Everything that happened cial patrons. The premier sponsors of the over the two festival days reflected the Ukrainian Festival were MB Financial position of the Ukrainian government Bank, Selfreliance Ukrainian American which directed that the holiday be a cele- Federal Credit Union and UBC TV. The bration for the people, with thanks given latter provided a 200-square-foot video to God and recollections of history. screen that simultaneously broadcast per- Thus, the Ukrainian national holiday formances from the main stage, which that is not found on the American calen- many said reminded them of the “maid- dar was celebrated in Chicago, with near- an” (Independence Square) during the ly 15,000 participants. 20 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2005 No. 41

pendence and impartiality, Amnesty with water. He got a concussion, a bro- torture,” said Mr. Buschenko. “Many Amnesty International... International reported. ken rib and cuts. Officers also beat Mr. members of society also justify it.” (Continued from page 1) Law enforcement officers accused of Bryk’s ears with their palms, causing a Top law enforcement officials need to she said. “Victims and lawyers told us torture often get minimal sentences, the burst eardrum, and also thrust their fin- move through the system and find mech- gers into his eyes and ears. how difficult it is to lodge complaints report said. anisms to ensure accountability, Ms. Sometimes orders by higher authori- A medical examination later ascer- McGill said. and what efforts one should make to ties to fire those who are guilty are tained that he suffered bruising and a “Policemen are unable to investigate complete the case.” ignored by local police, which is what concussion. because of lack of professionalism,” Mr. Ukrainian prosecutors often refuse to happened in Mykhailo Koval’s case. “They broke your soul,” Mr. Koval Buschenko said. “I can’t say that the open abuse cases, forcing victims to In August 2001, local police demand- said to his son after he came back home. practice of torture changed after the new appeal such decisions in court and prove ed that Mr. Koval hand over a $1,000 “I will try to cure you. These people will government arrived. I don’t see this.” they were under torture. “Our task is to drill belonging to his son, Dmytro Bryk. face trial.” Among the most notorious acts police make the government become a defen- When he refused to do so, officers However, officers who tortured them commit is detaining suspects without reg- dant,” Mr. Buschenko stated. brought him and his son to the police sta- still have their positions. istering them, he said. Even when investigations are carried tion and put them in separate rooms. Not a single police officer has been In violation of Ukrainian law, investi- out, they do not meet international stan- Mr. Koval was beaten on the head and convicted of torture so far, Mr. gators also don’t inform relatives about dards of promptness, thoroughness, inde- chest with a gun and a plastic bottle filled Buschenko said, and not one has received the police detention and often keep sus- a prison sentence. Courts often intention- pects at police stations for hours or even ally delay criminal cases that involve days. policemen to derail prosecutions, Mr. “A person could be severely mutilated Buschenko added. for three hours and forced to confess,” At a meeting this year with Internal Mr. Buschenko said. Affairs Minister Yurii Lutsenko and Still, there are measures that could Procurator General Sviatoslav Piskun, help to prevent torture and ill treatment, Amnesty International representatives experts said. “You can agree to the accu- managed to find out that there are four sations (to avoid torture), but demand torture incidents under investigation at registration and a lawyer,” advised Andrii the moment. Pavlyshyn, the chair of Amnesty Ukrainian President Viktor International Ukraine. Yushchenko has even addressed the Ukrainian human rights advocates are issue. “I ask you to make sure that within pressing for medical examinations before six months nobody will be able to use the and after detention, which could prevent word ‘torture,’ ” Mr. Yushchenko said at offenders from saying a detainee already a July meeting with Ministry of Internal had medical problems. 3.56% APY (3.50 APR) ** Affairs officials and police officers. Any However, the victims of torture are not case of torture that comes to light should so optimistic. 3.82% APY (3.75 APR) ** force the resignation of any policemen, “You have to decide all by yourself he said. whether to confess or sign anything,” 4.08% APY (4.00 APR) ** However, human rights officials said said Vasyl Kolesnikov, a victim of tor- one problem is the values of police and ture. “If you only want to take care of society. “Many policemen openly justify your health and your life – then sign.”

3. Marusia Kalush (SUM), 46.40 Record number... (Continued from page 12) 50 m butterfly 2. Bohdan Tokarchyk (Tryzub), 1:14.62 1. Adrianna Lesiuk (Tryzub), 33.65 2. Marusia Chopivsky (Sitch), 40.35 50 m freestyle 3. Sonya Tokarchyk (Tryzub), 46.30 1. Anthony Tokarchyk (Tryzub), 26.10 Team relay events 2. Mark Makar (Sitch), 27.07 3. Tom Makar (Sitch), 28.09 The meet also featured competition in team relay events, in one of which a new 100 m freestyle record was set. 1. Mark Makar (Sitch), 1:00.11 In the 4 x 25-meter freestyle relay for 2. Anthony Tokarchyk (Tryzub), 1:00.90 the girls 10 and under the winner was the 3. Tom Makar (Sitch), 1:07.03 Sitch team (Nyzhenko, Danovitch- Kachnykewytch, McPhillips), posting a 50 m backstroke time of 1:17.20. The SUM team (Danyliuk, 1. William Makar (Sitch), 31.60 Reid, Zorianna Zarycka, Alexandra 2. Anthony Tokarchyk (Tryzub), 32.78 Teniuch), took second with 1:56.17. In the same relay for girls age 11-12 the 50 m breaststroke winner was the Sitch team (Olesnycky, 1. Tom Makar (Sitch), 37.39 Hryhorowych, Chopivsky) with a time of 2. Michael Kibalo (SUM), 39.04 1:09.31 – a new record. The SUM team 3. Bohdan Tokarchyk (Tryzub), 40.53 (Mosuriak, Stolar, Andrea Zelez, Dunigan) took second with 1:10.81. 50 m butterfly The winner in the girls’ 15 and over 4 WHAT? 1. William Makar (Sitch), 27.82 x 50-meter relay was Tryzub (Tokarchyk, 2. Mark Makar (Sitch), 32.11 Fat, Lesiuk, Cybriwsky). The Sitch team YOU DON’T HAVE YOUR OWN 3. Michael Kibalo (SUM), 33.35 (T. Hryhorowych, N. Hryhorowych, M. Chopivsky and L. Chopivsky) was sec- SUBSCRIPTION? GIRLS 15 AND OVER ond with 2:42.74. In the 4 x 25-meter freestyle relay for To subscribe to The Ukrainian Weekly, fill out the form below, 100 m individual medley the boys 10 and under the winner was the clip it and mail it to: Subscription Department, The Ukrainian Weekly, 1. Tanya Hryhorowych (Sitch), 1:20.17 SUM team (Alex Zelez, Max Cohen, 2200 Route 10, P.O. Box 280, Parsippany, NJ 07054. Mark Cohen, Betley), posting a time of 50 m freestyle 2:12.87. The combined SUM/Tryzub 1. Adrianna Lesiuk (Tryzub), 30.39 team (Reid, Danyliuk, Midzak, NAME: ______2. Tanya Hryhorowych (Sitch), 33.00 Tershakovec) took second with 2:38.55. NAME: (please type or print) 3. Marusia Chopivsky (Sitch), 33.55 In the same relay for boys age 11-12 the SUM teach (Teniuch, Betley, Stolar, ADDRESS: ______100 m freestyle Bohdanna Stolar) posted a time of 1. Sonya Tokarchyk (Tryzub), 1:19.30 1:24.21. There were no other competitors. CITY: ______STATE: ______ZIP CODE: ______2. Marusia Chopivsky (Sitch), 1:19.52 In the 4 x 50-meter relay for boys age 3. Melasia Cybriwsky (Tryzub), 1:26.43 13-14 the unchallenged Tryzub team PHONE (optional): ______(Patrylak, Tershakovec, Lesiuk, Fat) 50 m backstroke turned in a time of 2:38.55. 1. Tanya Hryhorowych (Sitch), 37.82 In the same relay for boys 15 and over, J J UNA member subscription price — $45.00/yr. Non-member subscription price — $55.00/yr. 2. Sonya Tokarchyk (Tryzub), 38.57 the winner was the Tryzub team (B. Tokarchyk, Fat, A. Tokarchyk, Midzak), UNA Branch number ______50 m breaststroke posting a time of 28.36.41. The Sitch 1. Adrianna Lesiuk (Tryzub), 41.07 team (M. Makar, T. Makar, W. Makar, 2. Marusia Chopivsky (Sitch), 43.76 Krywulych) took second with 2:27.38. No. 41 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2005 21

His co-workers last saw Mr. Wengerchuk Unveiling monument... returning to his 92nd floor office. (Continued from page 1) Mr. Wengerchuk was born in Vienna zation that funded the sculpture’s erection. during heavy wartime bombing in October Mrs. Matiaszek said she is happy that 1944. “They said he’d never survive, but he did,” Mrs. Matiaszek said. “The irony such a monument now exists in Kyiv, is he died in another act of war.” where people can engage in both official Mr. Wengerchuk’s close friend, Dennis ceremonies and personal tributes. Cannelis, established a foundation in his “It’s very hard for me to be here and not name that pays for the college education participate in the memorial services at of Ukrainian orphans. So far, 10 orphans Ground Zero,” Mrs. Matiaszek said. Her have been able to attend college during family had attended the World Trade Center the last four years, Mrs. Matiaszek said. memorial services every year, she said. Anyone interested in contributing can Mr. Wengerchuk was waiting at a bank write to: Oleh D. Wengerchuk Memorial of elevators in the South Tower, the second Foundation P.O. Box 93716, Southlake, to be hit, when Port Authority workers TX 76092, or visit the website at announced it was safe to return to work. www.wengerchukfoundation.com.

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The couple had originally planned to have a dark blue background. macy. Yevhenia Tymoshenko’s... wed in the Ripley Castle in Mr. Carr’s Two simple floral arcs and a few bou- The couple emerged from the (Continued from page 3) hometown of Yorkshire, but they quet stands decorated the church for the monastery each holding an embroidered decision, the choir of babusi had mixed scrapped such plans after the British wedding. Ukrainians examining the ritual cloth and icon. They toasted with feelings about the pony-tailed Mr. Carr, tabloids exposed his dirty laundry. church afterwards expressed surprise at tall champagne flutes, then smashed them who bears a tattoo of an alien emerging Then the couple announced they were the 30 chairs brought inside for the wed- onto the ground as part of Ukrainian tra- from his stomach. going to marry in the Kyivan Caves ding. Few, if any, Orthodox churches in dition. “From our mentality, he looks like the Monastery (Pecherska Lavra). Ukraine have benches or chairs. Without commenting to the press, the hero of Halloween,” said Larysa However, as soon as the media got In another twist, the Tymoshenkos newlyweds quickly dashed into their Seredenko, 65, shrugging her shoulders. wind of the news, Ms. Tymoshenko and decided Mr. Carr would get baptized in a white Chaika, fleeing a stampede of a “But if she chose him...” her mother saw a potential public relations Moscow Patriarchate Church, Father few dozen photographers. In fact, few Ukrainians could explain problem, said Father Abbott Yevstratyi Yevstratyi said. Several days before the Although the church ceremony was why a highly educated woman would Zoria, spokesman of the UOC-KP. wedding, Mr. Carr was baptized in St. intentionally modest, a far more lavish marry a heavy metal singer from a mar- Ms. Tymoshenko and her mother Panteleimon Cathedral in Feofaniya, a reception took place at Kyiv’s Krystal ginal rock band who received two years’ became concerned that choosing the village in the Kyiv Oblast, he said. Palace, an exclusive new restaurant. probation in Great Britain for assault. Caves Monastery would give the image Mr. Carr and his wife did not comment The couple didn’t invite President In September, his ex-partner Emma of a luxurious wedding in which the cou- on why this decision was made. Viktor Yushchenko to the wedding. Carr told the British tabloid, The Mail on ple wanted all of Ukraine’s attention, Some Ukrainian journalists suspected However, the Yushchenkos gave them Sunday, that Mr. Carr was an alcoholic Father Yevstratyi said. Ukraine’s wealthy the inter-confessional ceremonies were an icon of the Virgin Mary and the Savior, and a cocaine abuser. She alleged that on and elite often select the Caves done out of political correctness, or Yulia an antique embroidered ritual cloth from Christmas day 2002 he flew into such a Monastery for their wedding ceremonies. Tymoshenko’s desire not to offend east- their collection and a photo album. drunken rage that he broke her jaw and Eventually, the Tymoshenkos chose ern or western Ukraine. Yevhenia Tymoshenko has changed knocked out two of her teeth. the Church of the Transfiguration As an infant, Mr. Carr had been bap- her name to Yevhenia Carr, but the cou- If Yulia Tymoshenko had reservations because it was located at the less-con- tized in the Anglican Church. Given that ple said they plan to live in Kyiv. Their about her daughter’s decision, she didn’t spicuous Vydubytskyi Monastery, Father the Kyiv Patriarchate is a non-canonical first trip as a married couple will be to reveal them. “He is a nice person and he Yevstratyi said. Church, meaning that no other Orthodox Mr. Carr’s native Yorkshire, according to adores my daughter,” Mrs. Tymoshenko It’s not unlikely that they chose the Church recognizes it, its leadership news reports. said. “That’s the most important thing.” site because it is a Kyiv Patriarchate accepted Mr. Carr’s baptism in a Moscow The Carrs met at an Egyptian Red Sea Church bells chimed at 1:15 p.m., church, he said. Patriarchate Church, as well as his claim resort bar in 2004. Apparently, it was announcing the arrival of the former The Church of the Transfiguration is that he was never before married, Father Yevhenia who had asked for Mr. Carr’s prime minister in a black Mercedes car. the smallest and most modest of the three Yevstratyi said. telephone number. When she stepped out, many in the churches at the monastery. Built between A Moscow Patriarchate church, how- Will the marriage work out? crowd gasped in admiration of her beauty. 1696 and 1701, the church’s floor still ever, would not have recognized a bap- “We’ve wished them a happy marriage No longer wearing her braid, the 44-year- consists of wooden boards. Depictions of tism in a Kyiv Patriarchate church and a long life together,” said one babu- old’s thick wavy locks draped down her Biblical events decorate the walls, which because it doesn’t acknowledge its legiti- sia. “Only God knows the rest.” bare back, revealing Mrs. Tymoshenko’s feminine allure that’s typically suppressed when she’s toiling in politics. It appeared she had dyed her hair blond, which matched her low-cut, cop- The PerfectWeekend Get away! per-silver Louis Vuitton dress, which is Mrs. Tymoshenko’s favorite clothing label and also extremely popular among Europe’s elite. Mr. Carr had already been waiting at the monastery when his future mother- in-law arrived, tensely puffing away at cigarettes. After all, Yevhenia was more than a half-hour late. He and his groomsmen, all decked in tuxedos, hung out in a renovated black retro Chaika, the Soviet version of a 1950s Oldsmobile that was available only to the elite Communist Party members. Renting Chaikas for weddings has Crui sewi th³81,6´ become a tradition in Ukraine, similar to Americans renting limousines. Yevhenia’s bridesmaids packed them- to theWes ternCar ibbeanforsom e selves in a second black Chaika. When Yulia Tymoshenko arrived, she approached Mr. Carr’s Chaika. He GREATF UNIN THES UN emerged and they stood arm-in-arm, waiting for the bride to arrive, joking with each other. As everyone waited for Yevhenia, Mr. Carr’s eclectic group of guests filed into 3UHVLGHQW¶V'D\&UXLVH the monastery. They included women with their hair dyed pink, entertainment promoters with models on their arms, February 16 20, 2006 and other rockers, including a fellow ± whose shaved head was covered with tat- )XQGUDLVHUVSRQVRUHGE\WKH³(DVW&RDVW)ULHQGVRI81,6´ toos. (UkrainianNationa lInformation Servi ceinWashi ngto n,D C) Church bells chimed loudly 10 min- utes later, announcing the bride’s arrival in a white Chaika. 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Mr. Carr took her Yevhenia by the arm and the wedding party entered the 244 Union Ave., Wood Ridge, NJ 07075 ZeniD · V 7 U D Y H O Club LLC, monastery. D·V7UDYHO Belonging to the Ukrainian Orthodox Phone 201-935-0250 or 201-218-1114 Church – Kyiv Patriarchate (UOC-KP), Fax 201-896-0313; E-mail: [email protected] the 11th-century Vydubytskyi Monastery was not the newlyweds’ first choice by far. 24 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2005 No. 41

Carpathian Ski Club, or KLK, George the Ukrainian community. Player, organ- In the men’s senior group Mykola A 50-year... Hrabec and George Sawchak, tournament izer, director, instructor – these are just Nalywayko became a champion for the (Continued from page 13) director. In addition, Mr. Hrabec pre- some of his accomplishments.” first time in two groups: in the men’s 35 Hanover, N.J., on October 8. pared a photo display of KLK events The sponsors of the event were the and over group he defeated Stefan Sosiak held at Soyuzivka since 1956. Ukrainian National Association which UNA Treasurer Roma Lisovich con- 7-6, 6-3; and in the men’s 45 and over On behalf of KLK Ukrainian American funded trophy awards and provided com- division he won over four-time champion gratulated the organizations for their con- Sport Club, Mr. Hrabec presented Mr. munity support, and John Hynansky, (in this category) Ivan Durbak 6-1, 6-3. In tributions to Ukrainian sports and Sawchak with a life-achievement hon- entrepreneur, philanthropist and owner of the semis Mr. Durbak overcame Roman encouraged them to continue their tour- orary plaque for “a job well done.” the Winner Group Inc. from Wilmington, Shumsky 6-1, 6-2, and Mr. Nalywayko naments at Soyuzivka in the future. Mr. Hrabec said of Mr. Sawchuk “Over Del. As in the past Mr. Hynansky provid- beat George Walchuk 6-2, 6-1. The tourney was conducted by a com- the last 40-50 years this man has dedicat- ed financial stipends to the winners in Yaroslaw Sydorak of California beat mittee comprising George Popel, who ed his time and effort to the sport of ten- the men’s, women’s and junior groups in Mr. Sawchak of Pennsylvania in the men’s also represented the host club, the nis. His commitment is unparalleled in the amount of approximately $4,000 55 and over division 6-1, 6-2. In the semis annually. The stipends help attract some Mr. Sydorak eliminated Mr. Hrabec of top-notch players to the tournament. The Massachusetts 6-0, 6-1, and Mr. Sawchak Winner Group Inc. represents 24 compa- won over his brother-in-law Bohdan nies – 12 of which are automobile deal- Kutko of New Jersey with the same score. erships in Delaware, Pennsylvania, New In the older boys’ group Mykola Jersey, as well as Ukraine. Stroynick regained his former title by win- On the way to winning the men’s ning over Damian Petrykevych 6-1, 6-4. In finals, Mr. Matkiwsky eliminated Mark the younger boys’ group Oles Charchalis Krasij 6-4, 6-3, and Mr. Charuk beat beat Markian Dziuk 6-0, 6-2. In the semis Dennis Chorny 6-4, 6-3. Both matches Mr. Charchalis eliminated Mykola Popov were highly contested and among the 2-6, 6-1, 6-1, and Mr. Dziuk beat best in the entire tournament. Alexander Hryhorowych 6-3, 6-2. In the semis of the women’s division In the men’s consolation draw the Miss Milchutske overcame Tania Kyfor, winner was George Walchuk over Walter and Ms. Shumsky beat Katrusia Dziwak 6-3, 1-6, 6-1. Charchalis. The tennis committee awarded the cov- In the girls’ group in the finals Miss eted Mary Dushnyck Good Sportsmanship Got a group? Need The Weekly? Milchutske beat Miss Charchalis 6-1, 6-3, Trophy to Miss Kyfor for her excellent Call our subscription department to find out how you may qualify and in the semis Miss Milchutske beat Miss participation in the tournament. Kyfor, and Miss Charchalis overcame Lana for a group discount on your Weekly subscriptions. (973) 292-9800 ext. 3042 The closing ceremonies took place Denysyk. Miss Denysyk took third place after the finals on Sunday, September 5. with a win over Miss Kyfor 6-3, 4-6, 6-4. Presenting the UNA and memorial tro- phies, and the Winner Group, Inc. stipends were Messrs. Sawchak, Popel, Hrabec, Rakoczy and Charuk, Ms. Lisovich, Vira Popel and Petrusia Sawchak. The memori- Everything You Need al trophies were awarded as follows: men’s – Bohdan Rak Trophy, men’s 35 – Jaroslaw Rubel Trophy, men’s 45 – Dr. Wolodymyr Huk Trophy, men’s 55 – Dr. to Prepare for College Petro Charuk Trophy, and women’s – Konstantyn Ben Trophy. A workshop for parents of high school freshmen through seniors On behalf of the committee, tournament director Mr. Sawchak thanked everyone for their participation. “Without you, the n Mistakes parents make about career and college planning players, there would be no tournament. Come back again next year,” he said. n What colleges want in a student and how to “package” your student Mr. Popel invited everyone to attend KLK’s weekend at Soyuzivka on the to gain admission weekend of October 1-2. The UNA treas- n The “5 cornerstones” of financial aid urer, Ms. Lisovich, officially closed the 50th USCAK tennis tournament. n The truth about private scholarships and avoiding scams n Mistakes that can cost you free financial aid

n People in Kyiv... And much, much more! (Continued from page 3) Yanukovych has a better team. I like their peacefulness. Join us for this free seminar! I think people made a mistake voting for Yushchenko. They forgot that when Yushchenko was president of the National Seating is limited, so reserve now: Bank of Ukraine he stole money. Lesia Odynets, 21, editor, voted for Yushchenko; stood on the maidan:

(800) 253-9862 It is the perfect PR move! Yushchenko uses all the possible means to be a good politician. He has a very good PR staff. No, it is impossible to say something [about whether he betrayed the maidan] after one day. It is a political move, so we have to wait a little bit. People have Date and Location: to be patient.

Svitlana Martynova, 42, housewife, Thursday, October 13th, 7-9 p.m. voted for Yushchenko; stood on the maidan: Ukrainian National Association It is nonsense. Two men with such dif- 2200 Route 10 ferent views of life can’t be together. We all remember how they dragged each Parsippany, NJ 07054 other through the mud, so a true peace is impossible at the moment. To a certain extent, I think he [Yushchenko] betrayed all the people who supported him on the maidan. It was Sponsored by the Ukrainian National Association and the Northern New Jersey Chapter a huge mistake to get rid of [Yulia] of the American Education Foundation, a member of the College Board. Tymoshenko. She is also a symbol of the Orange Revolution. I like her. No. 41 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2005 25

Viktor Yushchenko “consolidate to Moscow, according to RFE/RL: “We Viktor Topolov to run the new ministry. NEWSBRIEFS Ukrainian society and overcome econom- gave a clear signal to Russian and other Ukrainian Coal comprises some 120 (Continued from page 2) ic setbacks,” RTR reported. Meanwhile, foreign businesses [in Ukraine] that we state-owned coal mines, 24 coal-enrich- journalists in Kyiv on October 4 that for- in an interview with the RTR talk show would work in a civilized manner and the ment plants, and other state-controlled mer presidential security officer Mykola “Vesti Nedeli” on 2 October 2, the problem of re-privatization would no enterprises. Ousted Prime Minister Yulia Melnychenko has had to flee Washington Ukrainian prime minister said that longer concern our partners.” Mr. Tymoshenko has in the past accused following a purported attempt on his life, Ukraine will also continue to seek agree- Yekhanurov said Ukraine needs clear leg- Ukrainian Coal of serving as a lobby for ment with Russia on its participation in Ukrainian news agencies reported. Mr. islation to avoid the temptation to re-pri- the Donetsk coal industry to secure state the Single Economic Space. “It is better Taran said the news came in an e-mail vatize and that a group in the Verkhovna subsidies for the industry. (RFE/RL if our relations will be free of loving from Mr. Melnychenko’s lawyer. The so- Rada has drafted the relevant bill for Newsline) words, be tougher, but realistic,” he con- called Melnychenko tapes or recordings, debate, according to Interfax. He also cluded. Meanwhile, according to RIA- Ukraine against isolating Belarus allegedly made secretly by him in the urged lawmakers to endorse that legisla- Novosti, Mr. Putin said he spoke with office of former Ukrainian President tion quickly. (RFE/RL Newsline) Ukrainian President Viktor Yushchenko KYIV – Ukrainian National Defense Leonid Kuchma, implicate Mr. Kuchma by phone and they agreed to open joint TV host comments on Tymoshenko visit and Security Council Secretary Anatolii and other former and current Ukrainian border checkpoints and reduce border- Kinakh said in Kyiv on September 29 officials in the kidnapping and murder of crossing formalities for residents of both MOSCOW – “Vesti Nedeli” host that Ukraine will counter attempts to iso- Internet journalist Heorhii Gongadze in countries. The trip marked Mr. Sergei Brilev said on October 2 that for- late Belarus in the international arena, 2000. Meanwhile, Procurator General Yekhanurov’s first official foreign visit mer Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Ukrainian media reported, quoting Sviatoslav Piskun said on October 4 that since he took office on September 22. Tymoshenko visited Moscow the previ- Channel 5. Mr. Kinakh was speaking at a the Gongadze case will go to court in President Putin praised the newly ous week ahead of Prime Minister Yurii meeting with his Belarusian and Polish October or early November, UNIAN appointed Ukrainian prime minister as an Yekhanurov to prevent legal action, pre- counterparts, Security Council Chairman reported. (RFE/RL Newsline) “experienced and effective person” well- pared by Ukrainian prosecutors, being Henadz Nyavyhlas and National Security taken against her. Mr. Brilev said that Bureau Chief Jerzy Bar, respectively. Yekhanurov visits Moscow positioned to solve economic and “other systematic problems.” Mr. Putin said he Ukrainian prosecutors are able to sub- “Ukraine’s position is clear: to inflexibly MOSCOW – Yurii Yekhanurov visited hoped Mr. Yekhanurov might “give a stantiate earlier accusations made against resist attempts to isolate Belarus interna- Moscow on September 30 and, in talks fresh impetus to [mutual] cooperation,” Ms. Tymoshenko by the Russian tionally,” Mr. Kinakh said. “Ukraine will with his Russian counterpart, Mikhail according to RFE/RL. (RFE/RL Procurator General’s Office. However, support an active participation of friendly Fradkov, said that Russian business inter- Newsline) according to the host, Ms. Tymoshenko Belarus in the European and world ests in Ukraine will be preserved and no held “a dialogue” with Russian prosecu- arena,” he added. (RFE/RL Newsline) PM tries to reassure foreign investors tors, who then deleted her name from an privatization deals will be reversed, Parties call on democrats to unite polit.ru reported. When discussing bilat- international wanted list. (RFE/RL MOSCOW – In statements apparently Newsline) eral economic and trade relations, Mr. aimed at reassuring Russian and other KYIV – National Rukh of Ukraine Yekhanurov called on Mr. Fradkov to foreign investors, Prime Minister Yurii Cabinet approves transfer of coal assets leader Borys Tarasyuk and Ukrainian take “practical steps” to ensure “pragmat- Yekhanurov stressed on September 30 People’s Party leader Yurii Kostenko ic relations.” One of the main topics for that authorities will seek to punish way- KYIV – The Ukrainian Cabinet of have signed a statement calling on “all discussions was Gazprom’s plan to triple ward State Property Fund officials rather Ministers on October 1 approved the liq- patriotic, democratic forces and all the price of Russian gas from the begin- than businessmen over wrongdoings uidation of the state-owned joint-stock Ukrainian citizens to unite around the ning of 2006, TV-Tsentr reported on related to past privatizations, Interfax company Ukrainian Coal in order to program of President Viktor October 1. Mr. Yekhanurov would like to reported. The interests of the current allow for its reorganization under the Yushchenko,” Interfax-Ukraine reported find an acceptable solution and at least owners in cases of flawed state sales will newly created Coal Ministry, said Fuel on September 29. “The elections are not have a gradual raising of prices, TV- be taken into account during proceedings and Energy Minister Ivan Plachkov. far away, and given the political will and Tsentr reported. The same day, Mr. to address past injustices, Mr. President Viktor Yushchenko issued a political wisdom, it is possible once again Yekhanurov also met with President Yekhanurov said, although he suggested decree in late July to remove coal assets to unite all those who won on the Orange Vladimir Putin who told him that he “possible additional payments” might and management from the Fuel and maidan,” Mr. Tarasyuk commented in the hopes he will help Ukrainian President also be sought. He added during his visit Energy Ministry and subsequently named statement. (RFE/RL Newsline) 26 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2005 No. 41 UKEUKELLODEONODEON FOR THE NEXT GENERATION

SUM’s Orange Kozaks invade Ellenville campground ELLENVILLE, N.Y. – For two Kozak heroes to the most current weeks in August, members of the events in the land of their ancestors. Ukrainian American Youth All became increasingly aware that Association (SUM) camped together the spirit of the Kozaks exists today at their mountain home away from not only in Ukraine, but even here, home in Ellenville, N.Y., at the far from the geographic place once Recreational Camp under the fitting called Sich, embodied in the lives of name “Orange Sich.” everyone in their community. This year’s adventure took its par- The summer air was filled with ticipants on a journey that spanned songs that brought the past and several hundred years. Children age present together, as children’s voic- 6-14 traveled 400 years into the past es sang out “Razom Nas Bahato” to witness the founding of the Kozak (Together We Are Many) and “Otaki Sich, then returned to the recent past My Kozaky” (Such Kozaks Are We). to relive and participate in Ukraine’s From the very first day, camp Orange Revolution. began to transform itself physically The program became an immer- into the Zaporizhian Sich. Banners sion experience, with all of the and “bunchuky” stood in front of Orange Sich campers participate in races on fascimiles of Kozak chaiky youngsters involved in a process that campers’ quarters, while inside the launched in the pool. tied the historic past of Ukraine’s adornments included the traditional symbol of authority among kozaks, ing their cache of weapons (which the “bulava” (mace), as well as consisted mainly of carefully con- swords and an assortment of hand- structed water balloons always kept made items crafted by the campers handy in case of urgent need). themselves. The first evening also bore witness Authentic Kozak councils were to the planting of a single acorn from held to elect a leadership, includ- which, in the coming days, arose a ing the posts of hetman, bunchuzh- sibling of the massive Zaporozhian nyi, secretary, standard bearers and oak (this oak grew on the island of obozni. Councils were subsequent- Khortytsia, growing for over 400 ly called according to democratic years, until its recent death several principles, whenever each Kozak years ago). The great oak developed group established the need for such at an amazing pace, quickly growing a gathering. The responsibilities of to tower above the two-story neighbor- each member of the young Kozak ing structure where camp counselors leadership were established and lived. It continuously bore “leaves of upheld with a strong sense of tradi- good deeds” as well as “language tion, including recording the acorns” that were awarded to delight- Kozaks’ exploits, protecting the ed campers on a daily basis by the community wealth and safeguard- camp’s mascot, a pesky little squirrel. Campers ready to set off on a canoe trip. Throughout the two-week adven- ture, campers learned much about the life of a Kozak. They fished at a stream on the grounds, hiked in the forests to pick berries, learned to shoot an arrow from a bow, and craft- ed clay pottery cups that they baked in a home-made outdoor kiln for 48 hours. A group of creative young ladies, with the help of Bohdanna Wolansky, their music coach, even authored an authentic Kozak duma that lamented life in camp. The Kozaks were blessed with many of life’s finest attributes – courage, self assurance, fraternal warmth, faith in God, democratic ideals, unity, honesty and creativi- ty. Their spirit somehow swept along the steppes and landed amidst the Ellenville campers, tak- ing root across the ocean from the The inhabitants of “Pomarancheva Sich,” or Orange Sich. land where it originated. No. 41 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2005 27 77 young athletes complete SUM’s annual Sports Camp

ELLENVILLE, N.Y. – The Ukrainian American Youth Association (SUM) completed yet another successful Sports Camp here at the SUM resort. The two-week camp that began on July 24 had 77 participants, 12 sports instructors and 25 staff counselors (as seen in the photo above). Sports available to the participants included: volleyball, soccer, swimming, tennis, track and field, and softball. Nightly league games were the highlight of each sports-filled day. Campers competed against one another, giving them an opportunity to display their learned skills. In addition, campers were taught sports terminol- ogy in both Ukrainian and English. On July 30 the Ukrainian Youth Olympics sponsored by the Ukrainian Sports Federation of the U.S.A. and Canada took place on the sports fields and swimming pool at the SUM resort, with more than 175 athletes – including many SUM sports campers – competing.

Mishanyna To solve this month’s Mishanyna, find the words that are capitalized in military textbooks, newspapers, pamphlets and leaflets. the text below hidden within the Mishanyna grid. The UPA was mostly an INFANTRY force, though it did have some cav- alry and artillery UNITS. According to some German and Soviet reports it The Ukrainian INSURGENT Army, or Ukrainska POVSTANSKA had 200,000 members. However, UPA historians in the West say that at its Armiya, was a heroic military formation that fought from 1942 through peak the UPA had between 25,000 and 44,000 members. It must be noted 1949 against both the SOVIET and GERMAN occupations of Ukraine. that WOMEN also served in the ranks of the Ukrainian Insurgent ARMY. The first units of the UPA were formed in the spring of 1942 in the west- After 1949, when the commander-in-chief ordered the deactivation of ern Volyn region. COMBAT units and the command structure, the UPA continued its armed The Encyclopedia of Ukraine notes that the army’s immediate purpose struggle in the UNDERGROUND until 1954. was to protect the Ukrainian population from repression and exploitation by the Germans and the Soviets. Its ultimate goal, however, was an INDE- Source: “Ukrainian Insurgent Army,” in Volume V of the Encyclopedia of PENDENT and unified Ukrainian state. Ukraine. Toronto: University of Toronto Press, 1993. At first, UPA units operated independently of each other in various regions of Ukrainian territory, but in late November 1943 a single com- R O M A N A S R O M A N S O N mand for all three regions where the insurgents were active was estab- lished. Called the Supreme COMMAND of the UPA, it consisted of the M O V E M E N T O O A T H H A Supreme Military Headquarters, or general staff, and was divided into six M O D E E R F S A T R N U I T sections: operations, intelligence, logistics, personnel, training and politi- L U Y E R U N I N O G E K O I cal education. Lt. Col. ROMAN SHUKHEVYCH was appointed com- mander-in-chief. The original UPA of Volyn was designated as UPA-North, D K R D A O V E R O R M H T O central Ukraine became the territory of UPA-South, units in Halychyna N R T R I A G E R M A N E N N became UPA-West. Non-Ukrainians, too, joined the UPA’s RANKS. The largest national U A N T N R Y O Z C N R V E A units were those of Azerbaijanis, Uzbeks, Georgians and Tatars. The UPA O I A O U M T C R O U E Y D L recognized the importance of national aspirations and, as a result, organ- ized a Conference of the Oppressed NATIONS of Eastern Europe and R N F S T Y O O O M T V C N O Asia, which was held on November 21-22, 1943. Representatives of 13 G I N O E T D R O M E O H E A nationalities participated in the conference and agreed to support each other’s struggles for FREEDOM. R I I S I D I I A A B G U P A Later, on July 15, 1944, the UPA Supreme Command established the E O N N V U S T I N U A R E R Ukrainian Supreme Liberation Council to serve as a provisional GOV- ERNMENT that would express the political will of the insurgent MOVE- D O T N O T C O M D K U T D M MENT. N P O V S T A N S K A S L N Y The UPA established officer training programs and published journals, U G R E N W O M E N A Z I I A 28 THE UKRAINIAN WEEKLY SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2005 No. 41

PREVIEW OF EVENTS

Thursday, October 13 Fourth Ave. (between Ninth and 10th Soyuzivka’s Datebook streets) at 5 p.m. For additional informa- NEW YORK: The Shevchenko Scientific tion call (212) 254-5130. October 15, 2005 November 23-27, 2005 Society invites the public to a literary Wedding Family Reunions evening featuring Dmytro Pavlychko Saturday, October 22 (Kyiv), poet, author of about 30 literary October 21-23, 2005 November 24, 2005 collections, the first president of the LOS ANGELES: The Orthodox Pro- National Plast Convention Thanksgiving Feast 1-4 p.m., $25 per Ukrainian Language Society, one of the Cathedral of St. Vladimir will hold its sec- authors of the Act of Declaration of ond annual Ukraine Fest 2005 at 4025 person, overnight packages Melrose Ave., at 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Meet old October 23, 2005 available Ukraine’s Independence, and a plenipoten- UNWLA Branch 89, 40th tiary and extraordinary ambassador of friends and make new ones; enjoy tasty Anniversary Luncheon Banquet Ukraine. The program will take place at the Ukrainian dinners, snacks and beverages; December 24, 2005 society’s building, 63 Fourth Ave. (between listen to Ukrainian music played by Honored October 28-30, 2005 Traditional Ukrainian Christmas Eve Ninth and 10th streets) at 6 p.m. For addi- Artist of Ukraine Iryna Orlova, Anatoly Mamalyga, Svitlana Ziver, Yuriy Nelsin and Halloween Weekend with children’s Supper 6 p.m., $25 per person, tional information call (212) 254-5130. overnight packages available Lila Babenko, and Borys Zhaivoronok; and costume parade, costume zabava Saturday, October 15 watch the performance of the Chervona and more December 31-January 1, 2006 Kalyna dancers. Arts and crafts will be dis- CHICAGO: New Year’s Eve Extravaganza Package The Chicago Business and played in the hall; and booths will enable November 4-6, 2005 Professional Group invites members and the festival-goers to shop for that “something Plast Orlykiada community to a stimulating discussion on special.” Visitors are invited to view the art January 6, 2006 the current troubled phase of the “Orange in the church’s interior. There will also be November 12, 2005 Traditional Ukrainian Christmas Eve Revolution.” Dr. Alexander J. Motyl, pro- fun and games for children, including face- Wedding Supper 6 p.m., $25 per person, fessor of political science at Rutgers painting. Donation: $2 for adults; children overnight packages available University and deputy director of the Center under 12, free admission when accompanied November 19, 2005 for Global Change and Governance, will by parents. For information call Father Sigma Beta Chi Fraternity Formal January 27-29, 2006 analyze the recent turmoil in Ukraine while Vasile Sauciur, (323) 632-3248, or Lydia Dinner Banquet Church of Annunciation Family focusing on the developments that he Petrenko-Frank, (310) 455-1786. Weekend, Flushing, N.Y. believes justify a cautious optimism about November 20, 2005 the country’s future. Author of numerous Sunday, October 23 books and articles on the history and politics Ellenville Cooperative Nursery SKOKIE, Ill.: The Ukrainian Medical School Auction of Ukraine and Eastern Europe, Dr. Motyl is also a talented artist and novelist. His new Association of North America, Illinois novel, “Whiskey Priest,” will be available Chapter, as part of its continuing efforts to for purchase at the event. The presentation foster professional development through medical education, is holding a scientific will be held at the Ukrainian Institute of conference on “Forensic Genetics and the Modern Art, 2320 W. Chicago Ave., at 7 Science of Human Identification.” The p.m. Refreshments and socializing will fol- featured speaker is Andrew Melnyk, M.D., low the presentation. Admission: $10, mem- director, Section of Cytogenetics and To book a room or event call: (845) 626-5641, ext. 140 bers; $15, non-members and guests. For Molecular Genetics, Department of 216 Foordmore Road P.O. Box 529 additional information call (847) 359-3676. Kerhonkson, NY 12446 Pathology, Resurrection Medical Center, E-mail: [email protected] Saturday-Sunday, October 15-16 Chicago. The history and development of the science of human identification and Website: www.Soyuzivka.com NEW HAVEN, Conn.: An art show spon- genetic profiling by means of DNA analy- sored by Ukrainian National Women’s sis will be discussed, and various high- League of America Branch 108 of New profile cases, including the DNA identifi- Haven will be held in the auditorium of St. cation of the Romanov family, the crimi- Michael’s Ukrainian Catholic Church, 569 nal trial of O.J. Simpson and the identifi- George St. The exhibit is open on cation of Heorhii Gongadze will be Saturday at 5-8 p.m. and on Sunday at 10 reviewed. The scientific conference and a.m.-1:30 p.m. Exhibiting their works will luncheon will be held at noon at be the following established and respected Maggiano’s Little Italy Restaurant of Old Ukrainian artists: Halyna Markiw, Zenon Orchard in Skokie, Ill. For further infor- Onyshkevych, Lida Piasecky, Bohdan mation and reservations, call UMANA Tytla and Halyna Tytla. The works on dis- (888) RX-UMANA, (773) 278-6262, or e- play include traditional and modernistic mail [email protected]. Deadline to icons, still lifes and landscapes. For infor- RSVP is Wednesday, October 19. mation call Ulana Zinych, (203) 393-1667. Sunday, October 30 Monday, October 17 SOUTH BOUND BROOK, N.J.: A CAMBRIDGE, Mass.: The Harvard Ukrainian Fall Festival will be held at the Ukrainian Research Institute will host a lec- Ukrainian Cultural Center, 135 Davidson ture by Serhii Plokhy, professor of history, Ave., at 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Featured perform- University of Alberta, and visiting professor, ers at the festivities are the Voloshky history department, Harvard University. His Dance Ensemble, Alla Kutsevych, the lecture, “Empire or Nation? Kyivan Barvinok Dance Group and the Cheres Intellectuals and the Invention of Russia,” Folk Ensemble. As part of the festival there will be held in the Seminar Room of the will be children’s activities, a food court institute at 4-6 p.m. The institute is located and raffle, as well as tours of the center’s at 1583 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge, museum. The Market Place will offer a MA 02138. For more information, please cornucopia of items: amber and beaded contact HURI at (617) 495-4053 or jewelry, Ukrainian embroidery, ceramics, [email protected]. pysanky, glass art, scarves, crafts and sou- venir items, as well as CDs, DVDs, videos, NEW YORK: The Shevchenko Scientific t-shirts and athletic gear. Get your Society invites the public to Dr. Alexander Christmas shopping done early by visiting Motyl’s presentation of his novel the Market Place. Admission: $5, adults; “Whiskey Priest.” There will be an exhibit children, free. For more information con- of his art works as well. The program will tact Luba Shevchenko, (908) 725-5322, or take place at the society’s building, 63 Olha Kryvolap, (410) 744-0168.

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