The management of Mendel University in Brno strongly condemns Russia’s unprecedented military aggression against a sovereign state like Ukraine. This is a serious violation of international law, which is a completely purposeful and premeditated act of war.
What Ukraine is facing today is very reminiscent of the historical experience that pre-war Czechoslovakia had at the hands of Hitler’s Germany in 1938, and it is also reminiscent of the aggression in 1968. That is why it is our duty to stand fully behind Ukraine today, especially as many Ukrainians are our neighbours and fellow citizens. Every independent state has the right to decide democratically on its future and its direction.
The management of Mendel University in Brno supports the Czech political representation in actively participating in a swift and decisive Europe-wide response to Russia’s aggressive actions. Europe must be united in its action.
MENDELU is ready to receive Ukrainian students and academics within its capabilities. The university’s management will discuss possible further assistance.
Robert Plaga
Acting Rector of MENDELU
Statement of the faculty management on the Russian invasion of Ukraine MENDELU
On behalf of the management of the Faculty of Regional Development and International Studies of Mendel University and in accordance with the resolution of the management of Mendel University, we condemn the entry of the Russian army into the territory of the sovereign state of Ukraine. At the same time, we express our understanding and support to our Ukrainian students. We are ready to offer them maximum help in these difficult times.
At the same time, we are aware of the difficult situation of our Russian students and want to express our understanding and support to them as well.
The environment at the Faculty of Regional Development and International Studies remains intercultural and welcoming to all its employees and students. We believe that we will be able to keep it this way without any manifestations of intolerance towards any group of students, employees or individuals.
Thank you for your understanding and togetherness.
For the management of FRDIS MENDELU,
Ing. Jiří Schneider, Ph.D.
Dean of FRDIS MENDELU
The Academic Senate of Mendel University in Brno, on behalf of the entire academic community, condemns the outbreak of war in Ukraine and offers, through its members, assistance in matters related to studies or providing contacts to students who find themselves in a difficult situation as a result of the war.