Russian Language & Cultural Studies Minor

Program

Degree Type

Minor

College

Assistant Chair for Critical Languages: Kayo Shintaku, Ph.D.
Office Location: Garey Hall 38C
Telephone: 610-519-5076
kayo.shintaku@villanova.edu
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About

The Russian Studies Program offers courses that cover from language study to all aspects of Russia — the history, literature, culture, folklore, music, film, news media, and women’s studies. This allows students to become familiar with Russian culture and society and the life experiences of Russians. Students also become familiar with Russia through courses on Russian history and politics offered by other departments on campus.

MINOR: Russian Language & Cultural Studies (18 credits)

The Russian Language and Cultural Studies minor represents a cutting-edge intellectual experience that provides students with a real advantage in critiquing, understanding, and navigating the global landscape.

Program Notes:

Courses that fulfill minor requirements may be used to fulfill other requirements (i.e., primary major, core curriculum, minors, concentrations, or free electives).
Other culture-based courses with RAS attribute found across disciplines also qualify.

Course

Title

Credits

12 - 14

Sub-Total Credits

18-20