The major in Russian Studies is designed for students who wish to complement mastery of the language with an array of courses on Russian history, politics, literature, and culture.

Capstone Major

The Russian Studies major is a designated capstone major. Students must complete a capstone seminar and present their final paper in the department annual Undergraduate Research Conference. Students draw on their previously acquired subject matter knowledge and skills to plan a research project and write a substantial academic paper. They also gain experience engaging in scholarly discourse, preparing appropriate media for public presentation, and submitting their work to an academic journal.

Mga Resulta ng Pagkatuto

1. Incorporation of knowledge acquired to formulate an independent study topic and research project

2. Selection and use of original sources in Russian or a related language to prepare a thesis

3. Acquisition of skills relating to development of discourse and argument that is clear, reasoned, reflective, informed by evidence, and aimed at deciding what to believe

4. Determination of what information should be developed and analyzed

5. Completion of conference presentation that includes fielding audience questions

6. Mastery of oral communication including interpersonal communication, presentation, and discussion

7.Editing of the research paper into a journal article, and submission of it to an academic journal