Michael Kopanic
Dr. Michael J. Kopanic, Jr. is an historian specializing in European and U.S. Immigration history. He has published extensively in his field of expertise, including his service as one of the editors and translators of Anton Spiesz's Illustrated Slovak History.
He has a Ph.D. from the University of Pittsburgh, an M.A. from the University of Notre Dame, and a B.A. from Youngstown State University. He has also studied at the University of Toronto, Canada, and Comenius University in Bratislava, Slovakia.
In addition to working for the University of Maryland University College, Dr. Kopanic has taught European, American, and World history at Corinthian Colleges, Saint Francis University of Pennsylvania, Westminster College of Pa., Indiana University of Pennsylvania, the Pennsylvania State University at Altoona, Mount Aloysius College, Cambria County Community College, Teikyo Westmar University, Lock Haven University of Pa., the University of Akron, and Culver Military Academy.
Since 1995, he also served as a Faculty Consultant for Educational Testing Service and the College Board, and has presented numerous lectures as a Commonwealth Speaker for the Pennsylvania Humanities Council. He writes a regular column, "Views from the Alleghenies," for the Slovak-American fraternal bi-weekly newspaper, Jednota.
He frequently travels to Europe and is an avid lover of folk music.
Latest Articles
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Halloween Customs in Slovakia
Halloween is not considered a Slovak holiday; there is no trick or treating for children. Mainly foreigners and a few youths hold costume parties.
Oct 27, 2010
- Michael Kopanic
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Slovak Mass and Easter Customs
A "Slovak Mass and Easter Customs Breakfast." occurs each year at Prince of Peace parish in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on the Saturday prior to Palm Sunday.
Apr 12, 2007
- Michael Kopanic
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Holy Thursday Slovak Traditions
Traditions in Slovakia associated with preparing for the Easter holiday on Holy Thursday.
Apr 6, 2007
- Michael Kopanic
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Slovak Customs During Holy Week
Slovaks girls traditionally threw out winter and prepared for spring during the first days of Holy Week.
Apr 4, 2007
- Michael Kopanic
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Palm Sunday Traditions in Slovakia
Slovaks celebrate Palm Sunday by using branches rather than palms. It is the last moment of joy before the solemnity of Holy Week.
Mar 28, 2007
- Michael Kopanic
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Fasiangy Traditions in Slovakia
Al look at the tradition of Fasiangy, the pre-Lenten celebration and feasting days in Slovakia.
Feb 16, 2007
- Michael Kopanic
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