St. Basil’s College, founded in 1939, is a rich resource for students who wish to study the history, traditions, culture, political systems, and religions of Eastern Europe and Ukraine. Originally founded as a seminary for the education of priests for the Ukrainian Catholic Church, the College now opens its door to men and women of all faiths. The College’s resources are unmatched which include the Ukrainian Museum and Library of Stamford, the first artistic and cultural center of its kind in the United States. Also, the Ukrainian Cultural Research Center which houses a collection of 70, 000 volumes devoted to all areas of Ukrainian studies and civilization is located on campus. Taken together, these facilities present one of the largest collections of Eastern European holdings in the United States. The College’s faculty and staff have considerable expertise in Eastern Europe and Ukraine having lived and traveled extensively that region. St. Basil College has a great deal to offer both to those who know a great deal about Eastern Europe and Ukraine and to others who have less knowledge. To find out more, call: 203-356-0770
CELEBRATING 70 YEARS This year, St. Basil College celebrates seventy years of service to the local Stamford region while meeting the needs of the Ukrainian Catholic Church. Founded in 1939 as a college seminary to prepare priests for the Ukrainian Catholic Church, the College is expanding its mission to serve the greater Stamford community. Men and women of all faiths are welcome to study the rich heritage of Eastern Europe and Ukraine in a truly beautiful setting. If you wish to become acquainted with or learn more about this critical part of the world, St. Basil is the place. Plan to attend open houses scheduled for: July 11 10:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M. August 29 10:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M.
This year, St. Basil College celebrates seventy years of service to the local Stamford region while meeting the needs of the Ukrainian Catholic Church. Founded in 1939 as a college seminary to prepare priests for the Ukrainian Catholic Church, the College is expanding its mission to serve the greater Stamford community. Men and women of all faiths are welcome to study the rich heritage of Eastern Europe and Ukraine in a truly beautiful setting. If you wish to become acquainted with or learn more about this critical part of the world, St. Basil is the place. Plan to attend open houses scheduled for: July 11 10:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M. August 29 10:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M.
