Origin and development (19th and 20th century); periods, themes, styles, and major authors. Pre: sophomore standing or consent.
Survey in English of major writers from Pushkin through Chekhov; lectures, discussions, short papers. Pre: sophomore standing or consent.
Study of significant works of twentieth century Russian literature with particular focus on its relationship to Europe and Asia. Students will work intensively on their own writing and research in close collaboration with their instructor. Pre: sophomore standing or consent.
Russian culture (literature, film, theater, music, arts, etc.) as an amalgam of European and Asian traditions and its impact on the world throughout history; develops written communication skills. Pre: sophomore standing or consent.
Survey in English of 19th-21st century representations of Asia in the contexts of the Russian Empire, the Soviet Union, and post-Soviet space. Pre: sophomore standing or consent.
A study of Russian film from the 1920’s to the present. Pre: sophomore standing or consent.