Russian Through Culture

3 Credits · Level: Graduate, Undergraduate

This course develops students' Russian language skills by reading, watching, analyzing, and discussing authentic cultural documents. We will read great (short) works of literature in the original Russian, watch classic Russian and Soviet films, analyze contemporary cultural trends and historical movements, and even annotate a few recent Russian music videos. Students will not only sharpen their reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in Russian, they will engage with a broad survey of important Russian culture. They will develop the intercultural sensitivity and understanding they need for careers or further study in Russia or the Russophone world.