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Open Letter to Polonia from the Orchard Lake Schools
To Our Polish Community and other supporters: We live in contentious times in which one of the most commonly used words is “polarized.” It is true of our local, national, and international politics; and it is true of our Polish community surrounding the Orchard Lake Schools. It seems as though in order to be heard, […]
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Dr. John Radzilowski Receives ACPC Distinguished Service Award
On Friday, July 29, 2022, the American Council for Polish Culture (ACPC) awarded Dr. John Radzilowski the 2022 Distinguished Service Award in recognition of his leadership and scholarly research in Polish and Polish American history. Radzilowski has served as the Director of the Polish Institute of Culture & Research at the Orchard Lake Schools, one of the most prominent […]
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Statement Regarding Library Collections at Orchard Lake
Due to the closing of SS. Cyril and Methodius Seminary, the library collections of the AdamCardinal Maida Alumni Library are currently undergoing a major change in status. The librarydeveloped over many years to the serve the needs of the Seminary and the former St. Mary’sCollege. Because these two institutions are closed or closing, the library […]
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Polish Mission – Ukrainian Relief Fund to Aid Ukrainian Refugees in Poland
Orchard Lake, MI – As the Polish Institute of Culture & Research emerges in Polonia, it is already making a difference through the creation of its Polish Mission—Ukrainian Relief Fund. “When our organization began planning our art collection reemergence within Polonia, we were touched by an international crisis,” said Ania Bieciuk, Administrator for Polonia Affairs, […]
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Radzilowski Named New Director of Polish Institute of Culture & Research
The Polish Institute of Culture & Research (aka “The Polish Mission of Orchard Lake Schools”), one of the most prominent Polish organizations in the United States, announces the appointment of its new director, Dr. John Radzilowski. “We look forward to welcoming John as our new director, beginning June 1,” said Richard Walawender, Chairman of the […]
The purpose of the Polish Institute of Culture & Research at Orchard Lake Schools, which were founded in 1885 by Polish immigrants, is to preserve and promote Polish and Polish-American culture, tradition, and history for present and future generations. The Polish Institute of Culture & Research organizes programs, courses and events that highlight Polish and Polish – American culture and accomplishments, and ensures a repository for artifacts, archival materials, works of art, and publications for research and study.
The Polish Institute of Culture & Research organizes programs, courses and events that promote Polish and Polish American culture and accomplishments, and maintains a repository for artifacts, archival materials, works of art, and publications. The Polish Institute of Culture & Research recognizes that Polish Culture and Catholicism are inextricably linked.
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