Dear friends,

Welcome back to another exciting year in Polish Studies! As has been the case since 1977, Bloomington Indiana is the place to learn the language, explore the history and literature, and debate the politics of what is now the sixth-largest country in the European Union. You'll learn a lot about what we have to offer by exploring our website, joining our listserv, receiving our mailings (especially the annual newsletter), and coming to our events. But I can't resist telling you about two new features of Polish Studies at IU.

First, we now have a study abroad program at the Centre for European Studies at Jagiellonian University in Kraków. This is a dynamic program in the city that many think of as Poland's showcase to the world. Undergraduates are welcome to apply for Fall or Spring semesters. For more information, check out the study abroad page at this site, or contact us.

Second, we will soon be offering a Certificate in Polish Studies, also for undergraduates. By taking a mix of classes from your choice of departments, some dealing specifically with Poland and others offering essential broader perspectives, you will be able to demonstrate your interest and expertise in Polish Studies. Look for more information on this soon.

Padraic Kenney
Director