Albert Nowacki

Dr. Albert Nowacki serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Russian, Ukrainian and Belarusian Literature at the John Paul II Catholic University of Lublin within the Faculty of Humanities. His academic career spans over two decades with significant contributions to Ukrainian literary studies, Polish-Ukrainian cultural relations, and the analysis of national identity formation in Eastern Europe. He maintains active scholarly engagement through numerous publications, conference presentations, and editorial responsibilities.

• Specializes in 20th century Ukrainian literature
• Focuses on Mykola Khvylovy's literary contributions
• Examines Ukrainian identity in post-Maidan and wartime contexts
• Investigates Polish-Ukrainian literary connections
• Contributes to translation studies methodology

Nowacki's research trajectory demonstrates consistent focus on Ukrainian literary modernism, particularly the works of Mykola Khvylovy, while increasingly addressing contemporary issues arising from the Russian-Ukrainian conflict. His recent publications analyze refugee experiences, identity transformations in Donbas, and the cultural impact of war. His scholarly approach bridges literary analysis with sociopolitical commentary, offering valuable insights into how literature reflects and shapes national consciousness during periods of crisis. The interdisciplinary nature of his work connects literary studies with migration studies, trauma theory, and cultural diplomacy.

His scholarly output reveals evolving thematic focus from historical literary analysis toward urgent contemporary issues. While maintaining his expertise in Ukrainian modernism, his recent work increasingly addresses the Russian-Ukrainian war's cultural dimensions, refugee experiences, and identity transformations. This evolution reflects both personal scholarly development and response to geopolitical realities affecting Eastern Europe.

• Medal srebrny 'Za Długoletnią Służbę' (2024)
• Medal Komisji Edukacji Narodowej (2022)
• Nagroda zespołowa III stopnia (2019, 2023)
• Nagroda indywidualna III stopnia (2020)
• Nagroda indywidualna IV stopnia (2011)

Dr. Nowacki actively contributes to academic community through editorial work as Secretary of the editorial board for TEKA Komisji Polsko-Ukraińskich Związków Kulturowych. He organizes international conferences addressing Polish-Ukrainian cultural relations and has participated in numerous research projects, including EU-funded initiatives like Erasmus+ and PWP. His international collaborations extend to academic institutions in Ukraine, particularly through textbook development projects for Ukrainian minority schools in Poland. He has also served as a reviewer for research grant competitions at Wrocław University.

As Secretary of the Commission of Polish-Ukrainian Cultural Associations of the Lublin Branch of the Polish Academy of Sciences, Nowacki plays a significant role in fostering academic collaboration between Polish and Ukrainian scholars. His involvement in organizing international conferences and editorial work demonstrates strong institutional engagement within the academic community focused on Eastern European studies.