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Jay Tkachuk Appointed as Chairman of Ukrainian American House
22 July 2024
Sacramento, CA, June 18, 2024 – Ukrainian American House (UA House) is pleased to announce the appointment of Jay Tkachuk as its new Chairman, succeeding Roman Sheremeta. Jay Tkachuk brings a wealth of experience and leadership to this role, currently serving as the Executive Vice President and Chief Digital Officer at Golden 1 Credit Union.
In his current role at Golden 1 Credit Union, Jay Tkachuk leads the Digital organization at Golden 1 Credit Union and is a passionate champion of digital transformation initiatives, bringing over 15 years of expertise in driving digital strategy and transformation, enhancing user experience, and spearheading innovation within the financial services sector.
Jay Tkachuk succeeds Roman Sheremeta, who has made significant contributions to UA House during his tenure. Previously serving as Technical Support Director at UA House, Jay's diverse background and strategic vision will guide us into a new era of growth and impact.
"We are thrilled to welcome Jay Tkachuk as the new Chairman of Ukrainian American House," said Caroleana Kvaterchuk Allison, Executive Director of UA House. "His proven leadership in digital innovation and commitment to community service will undoubtedly strengthen our organization and advance our mission."
Jay Tkachuk holds a Master of Business Administration from the Texas McCombs School of Business and a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from the University of Texas at Austin. His diverse background and strategic acumen make him uniquely qualified to lead the Ukrainian American House during this pivotal time.
For media inquiries or more information, please contact: Olga Chala, olgachala@uahouse.org
About Ukrainian American House:
UA House is an organization committed to providing an effective platform for Ukrainian-American cooperation in the humanitarian, economic, cultural, educational, social, and political spheres, including: promoting awareness and education about Ukraine in the U.S., ensuring the ongoing delivery of humanitarian aid to Ukraine, supporting Ukrainian refugees in the United States, and strategically planning for the economic recovery of Ukraine post-war. For more information about our relief efforts, www.uahouse.org or follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
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UA House Launches Fundraiser for Okhmatdyt Hospital Struck by Russian Missile
8 July 2024
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Sacramento, CA - July 8, 2024 - Okhmatdyt Hospital, Ukraine's largest children's medical center, was tragically struck by a Russian missile on Monday, July 8, 2024. This devastating act of aggression resulted in the loss of two adult lives within the hospital premises. The strikes across the city also claimed the lives of 20 individuals and left 82 others injured. Among the casualties were two children, with fears that more may be trapped beneath the debris.
Established in 1894, Okhmatdyt Hospital has been a pillar of medical care for some of Ukraine’s most vulnerable children, providing vital services across 80 departments, including specialized treatments for conditions like oncology and rare genetic diseases. Even amidst peacetime, Okhmatdyt conducted over 10,000 surgeries annually, utilizing its 720 hospital beds to serve more than 20,000 patients each year.
In light of this tragic event, Ukrainian American House, a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, is launching a fundraising initiative to support Okhmatdyt Hospital during this critical time. All donations received will directly benefit the hospital, with 100% of funds going towards rebuilding efforts, medical supplies, and support for the hospital staff who continue to bravely serve amidst the chaos.
"We stand in solidarity with our partners at Okhmatdyt Hospital during this heartbreaking time," said Caroleana Kvaterchuk Allison, Executive Director of Ukrainian American House. "Our thoughts are with the courageous healthcare professionals and staff who are working tirelessly to save lives and provide care despite the challenges they face."
To contribute to the Okhmatdyt Hospital fund and support its mission to restore hope and healing, please consider making a donation through Ukrainian American House. Your generosity will make a direct impact on the lives of children and families in Ukraine who depend on Okhmatdyt for their medical care and treatment.
For more information and to donate, please visit https://www.uahouse.org/ukraine-relief/needs/okhmatdyt-hospital-urgent-relief-by-ua-house.
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About Okhmatdyt Hospital: Okhmatdyt Hospital, founded in 1894, is Ukraine’s largest children’s medical center renowned for its advanced medical treatments and compassionate care. The hospital provides specialized services across 80 departments, offering critical care to children with a wide range of medical conditions. Prior to the full-scale Russian invasion, Okhmatdyt Hospital was internationally recognized as a leader in medical innovation, pioneering procedures such as bone marrow and organ transplants. Its commitment to excellence and compassionate care has made it a beacon of hope for countless families across Ukraine.
About Ukrainian American House: Ukrainian American House is a Sacramento Area-based registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 2018 and dedicated to supporting humanitarian efforts in Ukraine. By providing an effective platform for bilateral cooperation in the humanitarian, economic, cultural, educational, social, and political spheres we create opportunities for both Ukraine and the United States. We organize fundraisers, cultural events, meetings with Ukrainian and American officials, and networking events dedicated to Ukraine. All donations are tax-deductible and go directly towards projects that benefit the Ukrainian community.Read
UA House hosted the National Multi-Subject Test 2024 for Ukrainian high school grads
6 June 2024
June 6, 2024, Sacramento, CA - For the third consecutive year, temporarily displaced Ukrainian high school graduates have been given a unique opportunity to take the Ukrainian National Multi-Subject Test remotely in Sacramento at UA House headquarters. The event was organized by Ukrainian American House in partnership with the Consulate General of Ukraine in San Francisco, Ukrainian School in Sacramento and Math Club with the support of the Ukrainian community.
Two test sessions were offered, both in the first week of June 2024 (June 1 and June 4, 2024). A total of 38 students took the NMT in Sacramento this year.
Vlad Skots, Founder and Co-chair of the Ukrainian American House, opened the official part of the event by congratulating the students on successfully passing the test and wishing them success in their academic pursuits. He also emphasized that the organization's doors are always open to those in need of help and highlighted the importance of unity within the local community and among all Ukrainians living abroad.
Dmytro Kushneruk, Consul General of Ukraine in San Francisco, delivered a speech emphasizing the importance of community during unstable times and highlighted the value of pursuing education in top-rated Ukrainian universities despite the ongoing Russian aggression. The aim is for the students to return to Ukraine and contribute to its restoration in the social, economic, and cultural spheres. “It’s very important that the Ukrainian government is just creating conditions for them to keep the connection with their country so that people are not refugees forever,” he said.
Caroleana Kvaterchuk Allison, Executive Director of UA House, delivered a speech emphasizing the crucial role of education in establishing a platform for effective bilateral cooperation in various spheres, including humanitarian, economic, cultural, educational, social, and political. “The focus on creating opportunities for both Ukraine and the United States aligns with the mission of UA House”, said Allison.
Please consider reading the Sacramento Bee article to gain insight from student testimonies regarding the significance of the event.
We extend our sincere gratitude to all our partners and the dedicated Ukrainian diaspora volunteers for their steadfast support!
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What is NMT?
In 2024, applicants for Bachelor's Degree programme (Master's Degree programme in medicine) have to pass the National Multi-subject Test (NMT) in order to apply for higher educational institutions in Ukraine with the aim of returning to Ukraine promoting its restoration in the social, economic and cultural spheres.
To ensure that Ukrainians living abroad exercise their right to enter universities of their native country, the NMT was held in many other countries in 2024, including the US. The NMT is coordinated by the Ukrainian Center for Educational Quality Assessment (UCEQA) directly from Kherson region, Ukraine.
This year, the test could be taken on either June 1st or June 4th. The NMT testing center was set up at the UA House headquarters in Rancho Cordova, located at 11290 Point E Dr, Rancho Cordova, CA 95742.
Test takers were able to get their test scores for each NMT block instantly on their computer screen after completing all the tasks. The exam results, converted to a scale from 100 to 200 points, will be available in their personal account on the website of the Ukrainian Center for Educational Quality Assessment (UCEQA) on July 2, 2024.
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Ukrainian American House to host National Multi-Subject Test 2024 for Ukrainian diaspora
31 May 2024
Sacramento, CA - Ukrainian American House in partnership with the Consulate General of Ukraine in San Francisco, SOL Church, Ukrainian School in Sacramento and Math Club with the support of the Ukrainian community will be hosting the third annual National Multi-subject Test (NMT) event for temporarily displaced Ukrainian high school graduates seeking to further their educational goals. In 2024, applicants for Bachelor's Degree programme (Master's Degree programme in medicine) will have to pass the National Multi-subject Test (NMT) in order to apply for higher educational institutions in Ukraine with the aim of returning to Ukraine promoting its restoration in the social, economic and cultural spheres.
To ensure that Ukrainians living abroad exercise their right to enter universities of their native country, the NMT will be held in many other countries in 2024, including the US. The NMT will be held in specially equipped computer classes - temporary examination centers (TECs) and will be coordinated by the Ukrainian Center for Educational Quality Assessment (UCEQA) directly from Kherson region, Ukraine.
This year the test can be taken on June 1st or June 4th. NMT testing center is set up at the UA House headquarter in Rancho Cordova, located at 11290 Point E Dr, Rancho Cordova, CA 95742.
We extend our sincere gratitude to all our partners and the dedicated Ukrainian diaspora volunteers for their steadfast support. For more information, visit LINK.
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