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Russian and Central European Studies http://www.stolaf.edu/depts/real/russian/ Chair, 2000-01: Patrick Dale, Political Science, Soviet and post-Soviet politics Faculty, 2000-01: Bryn Geffert, Library, Russian Area bibliography and bibliographical instruction; Robert L. Nichols, History, Russian and Soviet history, Eastern Christianity; Marc Robinson, Russian and Central European Studies, Russian language, Russian film and literature; Irina Walter, Russian and Central European Studies, Russian language Russian and Central European Studies is a multidisciplinary area studies department that introduces students to the Russian world through several academic disciplines. On the eve of the Second World War (known to Russians as the Great Patriotic War) Winston Churchill broadcast to the English-speaking world "I cannot forecast to you the action of Russia. It is a riddle wrapped in a mystery inside an enigma; but perhaps there is a key. That key is Russian..." Russian Studies, in keeping with the college mission to provide a "global perspective," offers a variety of courses that build upon Russian language proficiency to give students the knowledge and tools for a successful career. Recent graduates have entered professions in higher education, business, government, the church, law, and the arts. Students may satisfy General Education requirements with Russian Studies courses such as The Russian World. They may fulfill the foreign language requirement by taking the necessary Russian language courses. Russian Studies majors often combine area studies with a second major in other disciplines such as Russian language, economics, history, political science, mathematics, etc.OVERVIEW OF THE MAJOR The objective of the major in Russian and Central European Studies is to prepare students to comprehend, interact with and work in the area from a foundation of cultural literacy. The multidisci-plinary approach provides students with a comprehensive view of the culture, history and contemporary problems of the area. REQUIREMENTS OF THE MAJOR To major in Russian and Central European Studies, a student must complete:
Russian Area courses Students must complete any four of the following courses to fulfill the requirements for the major:
COURSES Russian 124 The Russian World This course introduces students to Russian culture and civilization from its beginning to the present. Students will gain a general understanding of Russia and will be introduced to her history, art, literature, political systems, music, society, geography, religions, etc. No prerequisites. GE: HWC, ORC. 398 Independent Research Independent Research is required for all students seeking credit for a senior project. |