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RUSSIAN AND SOVIET STUDIES (RSS)

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Russian and Soviet Studies was merged with Russian and Slavic Studies in 1997. The Committee on Russian and Soviet Studies includes Frederick Kellogg (History), Beth Mitchneck (Geography and Regional Development), John Olsen (Anthropology), Douglas Weiner (History), John Willerton (Poitical Science).

The Russian and post-Soviet studies emphasis within the program leading to a BA in Russian provides courses in the many disciplines involved in the study of Eastern Europe, Russia and other states of the former Soviet Union. By choosing a curriculum with this emphasis, students will prepare themselves for careers in government, academia, and business. Students will have a capstone project in their senior year. For specific requirements and options, please contact the department.

Although not required for the major, a number of classes in area studies, the humanities and the social sciences are recommended as introductory courses for Russian and Soviet studies majors. The minor in Russian and Soviet studies consists of 21 units of course work chosen from the following departments: Geography and Regional Development, History, East Asian Studies and/or Near Eastern Studies, and Political Science. A list of courses considered suitable for the minor is available from our undergraduate advisors.

A Russian and East European Studies emphasis is now available for MA students who wish to take courses in history, political science, geography, and anthropology. Please consult with the Graduate Advisor, John Leafgren.