For the Community

Reverend Selena Fox from the Circle Sanctuary near Barneveld, Wisconsin speaks as members of the UW–Madison community attend a vigil for peace in Ukraine on Library Mall, an event that was presented by the Associate Students of Madison (ASM) and the Center for Russia, East Europe and Central Asia (CREECA) at the University of Wisconsin-Madison on March 30, 2022. (Photo by Bryce Richter / UW-Madison

CREECA is committed to serving as a resource on Russia, Eastern and Central Europe, and Central Asia for the broader community. We organize a variety of events that are open to the public, including our weekly lecture series, film showings, concerts, and other performances. Check out our events calendar for a complete list of upcoming events.

We are always looking for new opportunities to engage and collaborate with community groups. CREECA can provide speakers on a variety of topics, arrange workshops and seminars, and provide educational and background materials from our lending library. Contact Jennifer Tishler for more information.

Lending Library

Members of the community are welcome to borrow materials from our lending library. Check out our documentary film, feature film, and music catalogs here. Print materials catalog coming soon.

Community Organizations

CREECA has partnered with many university and community groups to organize events over the years. Click here for a list of related organizations and resources, both on and off campus.