Crazy Horse Memorial by Korczak Ziółkowski
Tomasz Bagiński · Animator, producer and director
Dawid Podsiadło · 2012 X Factor Winner
Olga Tokarczuk · 2018 Nobel Prize in Literature
Wawel Castle in Krakow · World Heritage Site
Pisanki · Traditional Easter decoration
Śmigus-dyngus · Wet Easter Monday

Our Mission

We promote and strengthen the presence of Polish heritage, language, culture and tradition in the Polish diaspora as well as in American society.

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Do you love Poland and Polish language, culture, or art as we do? Get involved and take part in what is our mission!

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Consulate General of the Republic of Poland in Chicago

Welcome!

Education Commission of the Polish American Congress is a diverse group of passionate people who dedicate their work to promote the study of the Polish language, history and culture, and to enhance the understanding of Polish history and identity in America.

Because we Polish!

Learn Polish Language

We have partnered with Glossa.pl to provide the highest quality Polish courses. Available online, in the form of textbooks, and if you're feeling adventurous you can learn in Kraków, Poland!

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Polish Studies, U.S.

Many universities in America, such as Loyola University in Chicago, teach Polish language, literature, and history expanding students knowledge and encourage people to travel to Poland.

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Poles in America

Poles in America have a rich and colorful history. From helping build America, to actively participating in culture, art, economy, science, and politics. And let's not forget about the delicious cusine!

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Scholarships in the U.S.

We aim to gather and provide a reliable information about scholarships available in the United States for those who want to study Polish language, or literature, or history, and bring more diversity.

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Seal of Biliteracy

The Seal of Biliteracy is an award granted by a school, district or state to students who have graduated from high school and have acquired proficiency in two or more languages.

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Study in Poland

Poland, with a history dating back over a 1000 years, is a very popular study destination with its long-standing traditions in higher education and many world-known universities.

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