Detailed study of complex grammatical forms. Continued emphasis on speaking, reading, listening, and writing on the advanced level.

Subtitle Required. Repeatable up to 6 credits. This course examines in depth a particular author, genre, or literary movement that is central to understanding the dynamics of the history of Russian Literature from its earliest texts and movements to the present. Topics may include, but are not limited to, "Soviet Satire," "The Novels of Dostoevsky," "Chekhov's Plays," "Russian Symbolism," etc. Readings will be in both Russian and English; class conducted in Russian.

Independent research in Russian Studies on an advanced level for undergraduates and graduate students outside the discipline. Students will be required to establish a written contract with the relevant faculty member describing the tasks to be completed in the course. May be repeated to a maximum of six credits, or a total of six credits of RUS 395 and 495G.

Independent research in Russian Studies on an advanced level for undergraduates and graduate students outside the discipline. Students will be required to establish a written contract with the relevant faculty member describing the tasks to be completed in the course. May be repeated to a maximum of six credits, or a total of six credits of RUS 395 and 495G.

Introduction to the environmental, economic and cultural components of sustainable food production and distribution in local and regional food systems. The definition, emergence, and growth of sustainable agriculture are discussed along with pertinent soil, crop, and livestock management practices. Emphasis is placed on holistic analyses of current issues in agriculture and food systems from environmental, profitability, and social justice perspectives.

This course is a general introduction to ecological principles and processes applied to agricultural ecosystems, including interactions between plants, soils, and animals on population, community and ecosystem scales. Course concepts are applied to agricultural ecosystems that are of economic importance and ecological significance to Kentucky, while also placing these systems within the broader context of national and international crop production.

Independent research related to some aspect of sustainable agriculture under the direction of a research mentor. The research may be conducted in the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, some other unit on campus, or at an approved off-campus entity. Projects can include, but are not limited to, laboratory experiments, field-based research, and studies involving sociology, economics, anthropology, or related disciplines. There is a clear expectation that quantitative data collection and analysis will be an integral part of the project.

Independent research related to some aspect of sustainable agriculture under the direction of a research mentor. The research may be conducted in the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, some other unit on campus, or at an approved off-campus entity. Projects can include, but are not limited to, laboratory experiments, field-based research, and studies involving sociology, economics, anthropology, or related disciplines. There is a clear expectation that quantitative data collection and analysis will be an integral part of the project.

This course provides an intensive opportunity for students to integrate critical aspects of sustainability into a semester-long project. The project will involve research, design, and implementation phases, and students will present their work in both written and oral forms. This class will also allow students to gain a deeper understanding of a range of topics related to sustainable agriculture through field trips to local agriculture and food system entities, and hands-on workshops where skills and techniques are learned.

Through campus and school-based experiences, students will learn how to engage adolescents in learning mathematics, science, computer science, and engineering. This course will introduce the foundations of STEM Education, learning environments, curriculum and instructor, standards and assessment, as well as contemporary issues related to the field. The roles, responsibilities, and daily life of teachers, schools, and students will be examined. The course includes 30 hours of experience in the field.