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Kazakhstan: a Powerhouse of Eurasia with Dr. Nina Wieda

Kazakhstan: a Powerhouse of Eurasia with Dr. Nina Wieda


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Kazakhstan is the world's 9th largest country. Located in the heart of Eurasia, it's an important player in the contemporary political terrain due to its booming economy of oil and gas exports. It maintains strong political and social ties to Russia and its Soviet past, and Russian is still one of its official languages. Over the last millennium, Kazakhstan has been home to major historical events, and its nomadic population played an important role in forming the future of Europe. 

Led by an expert on the post-Soviet space, Nina Wieda, this course illuminates Kazakhstan's unique history, culture, people, and landmarks. Designed to inspire curiosity and future travels, participants will come away with an increased fascination for Kazakhstan and an understanding of its unique cultural and political landscape.

Nina Wieda is a native of the Caucasus living in Chicago, USA. She holds a Ph.D. in Slavic from Northwestern University and an MA in Nationalism Studies from Central European University. Nina also has experience in journalism, advertising, and consumer research – her writing has been published in three languages. She wrote her Master's thesis about the Northern Caucasus region. Dr. Wieda currently teaches at Northwestern University near Chicago.

This conversation is suitable for all ages.

90 minutes, including a 30 minute Q&A.

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