Students may choose from among
three minor options:
1. Minors in Russian language and literature will have the ability to analyze
works of literature in themselves and in their historical context. They will be
able to critically assess sources and use the conventions of attribution and
citation correctly. Depending on their entry level, they will have the ability
to communicate in Russian and read original texts. All will have a basic understanding
of the nature of the Russian language. This minor is fulfilled by successful
completion of the following set of six courses with a grade of C or better:- three language courses beyond 101 or 107
- three literature electives from the 200 or above-level courses offered in the department
2. Minors in Russian language will have a solid understanding of the Russian language and
be able to communicate effectively in oral and written forms. They will also be
able to read literature and other texts in the original. All will have a basic
understanding of the nature of the Russian language. This minor is fulfilled by
successful completion of the following set of six courses with a grade of C or
better:
- five language courses (one semester of
the Practicum may count toward this requirement)
- one literature course with readings in
Russian, to be chosen from the following: 315, 401, 402 (a different course
that requires reading texts in Russian, such as 01:860:332 or 01:860:433, may
fulfill this requirement upon approval from the program director)
3. Minors in Russian literature (an option for students who wish to study Russian literature
in translation) will have the ability to analyze works of literature in
themselves and their historical context. They will be able to critically assess
sources and use the conventions of attribution and citation correctly. Minors
are also encouraged to study Russian literature within a larger European and
global context by taking courses in comparative literature and other national
literatures. This minor is fulfilled by successful completion of the following
set of six courses with a grade of C or better:
- two survey courses: 259 and 260
- four electives in Russian literature
offered in the department at the 300/400 level
