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Ukrainian-born UIS freshman Ignat Striletskyi studies while news from home dominates | Community Voices

Ignat Striletskyi at UIS Student Union
Brooks Crawford
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Ignat Striletskyi at UIS

Brooks Crawford, a staff writer for the UIS Observer, sat down with Ukrainian-born freshman Ignat Striletskyi, who detailed his journey to UIS and offered a hopeful attitude for the future of his home country.

This segment is part of the NPR Illinois effort to feature community and student journalism.

Randy Eccles enjoys talking with community members and joining them in becoming informed citizenry. Please reach out at randy.eccles@nprillinois.org.
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