A range of computer equipment has been sent from The University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) to their Ukrainian partner university, Uzhhorod National University (UzhNU). The pallet contains 30 computers, monitors, keyboards and mice and will help the university to maintain operations during the war and to re-establish the University post-war. This is part of a wider 5 year pledge with the institution as part of the twinning initiative.
The computers sent from UCLan to UzhNU may be used to create a study area in the University’s Halls of Residence. These will be available for young learners who have been displaced from their homes, with the computers helping them to continue their studies remotely. In addition, the university is creating a single working space for experts from different areas of the University, as well as those who have been displaced by the war who are staying in Uzhhorod, including scientists, researchers, and administrative staff. This will be known as Project Office and will unite those working on internationally focused projects, celebrating international cooperation. UzhNU has said they intend to name the new space ‘the British-Ukrainian Friendship Chamber’, as a testament to the success of the twinning scheme.
Speaking on the matter, Paul Rowe, Director of International Partnerships at UCLan, said:
“Colleagues at our twinning partner, Uzhhorod National University (UzhNU), have been working tirelessly to provide accommodation and support to fellow Ukrainians displaced by the invasion. UCLan is proud to be collaborating with UzhNU, and we hope that by providing this equipment – and through our other ongoing initiatives with UzhNU – we can continue to support this vital work.”
Oksana Svyezhentseva, Head of Department for International Relations at UzhNU, said:
“We would like to express gratitude to our British partner – the University of Central Lancashire – for friendly and fruitful support during this difficult time. We have been able to implement several joint projects, including English language courses and a summer school. Now, with the provision of this computer equipment, we will have the opportunity to provide educational processes in mixed mode – both on and offline. We are very proud to be a part of #TwinForHope.”
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