A course designed to increase students' skills in the areas of listening, speaking, writing, reading and culture. More complex grammatical forms introduced; focus on control of basic grammar. Development of students' lexicon through more advanced reading, conversation, watching films, listening to tapes, etc.
An introduction to and survey of Russian culture from its origins until the 20th century that acquaints students with the roots of Russian religion, the arts, architecture, music, folklore, and everyday life. Taught in English.
An introduction to and survey of Russian culture since 1900 that acquaints students with the development of Russian and Soviet culture as manifested in the arts, architecture, music, folklore, religion, and everyday life. Taught in English.
Students who have the proper qualifications may undertake a special problem in reading and research. May be repeated once for a total of six credits.
Students who have the proper qualifications may undertake a special problem in reading and research. May be repeated once for a total of six credits.
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.
