Fyodor Dostoevsky in happier times

This morning.

Milan, Italy.

The University of Milano-Bicocca has reversed a decision to postpone a course by writer Paolo Nori about the work of Russian author Fyodor Dostoevsky following a backlash.

Via Newsweek:

Last night, the university released a statement on its social media accounts confirming the course would go ahead.

“The University of Milano-Bicocca is a university open to dialogue and listening even in this very difficult period that sees us dismayed at the escalation of the conflict,” the statement said.

“The course of the writer Paolo Nori is part of the writing course aimed at students and citizens who aim to develop transversal skills through forms of writing. The university confirms that this course will take place in the established groups and will deal with the contents already agreed with the writer. In addition, the rector of the university will meet Paolo Nori next week for a moment of reflection,” it said.

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