Russian Studies

Students interested in the detailed study of Russian history, culture, language, literature, and politics may declare an individual major in Russian studies, with an emphasis in any of these areas. The campus now offers instruction in the Russian language. There are several opportunities available for travel and study in Russia. More information may be obtained from the faculty involved in the program: Jonathan F. Beecher (history), Jaye Padgett (linguistics), Peter Kenez (history), William Nickell (Russian literature and language), Greta Slobin (Russian literature), and Michael Urban (politics).