In addition to our strong language program, we offer a wide array of culture classes, including a general introductory Russian culture course and a popular film course. We also offer two literature in translation courses: Evil & the Supernatural and Beauty, Power, & Pride. A seminar serves as a capstone course and ensures that all of our Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ have a serious piece of research to use as a writing sample beyond college, if needed.
Our program is small and personal, with a strong commitment to mentoring Ñý¼§Ö±²¥. We are also nationally recognized for both our faculty and student accomplishments. UM Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ of Russian have a stellar record of awards. They place exceptionally well in ACTR's annual national essay contest and are awarded the State Department's Critical Language Scholarships, Fulbright Grants, and Boren Awards. With a degree in Russian from UM, many Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ have gone on to law school, to graduate programs in Slavic, or to teach English in Russia.
We also offer Russian-related opportunities outside of the classroom. Most importantly, our Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ run an active Russian Club, which hosts a weekly conversation table and monthly cultural evenings. Additionally, every year we invite a Russian scholar from another university to give a lecture and meet with Ñý¼§Ö±²¥. Finally, we also highly encourage Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ to experience a Russian-speaking country first-hand, either through UM's three-week faculty-led study abroad program (offered every 2-3 years) or through semester- and year-long programs.
Many Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ of Russian here at UM pursue double majors in such disciplines as history, political science, English literature, journalism, and business. The Russian faculty advises Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ on pairing majors and minors, on opportunities for study abroad, and on post-graduation plans. We are here for our Ñý¼§Ö±²¥.
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Ona Renner-Fahey
LA 316
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