Repeatable up to 6 credits. The course will examine the structure of the Russian language in its historical or contemporary contexts. Students will read, write, and edit extensively in Russian. Possible topics include Russian syntax, morphology, phonology, or semantics. Taught in Russian. Prereq: RUS 402 or consent of instructor.
An in-depth study of some aspect of Russian or Soviet literature, e.g., works of a single author or of several authors, a particular time period, a specific genre or theme, etc. Students taking the course for Russian credit will be expected to do readings and research in Russian. May be repeated for up to 6 credits with different subtitles.
This course is designed to introduce a variety of critical approaches used in the study of visual culture in Russian culture. The course may focus on various visual media such as film, image (in media, photography and propaganda), architecture and art. The course may focus on one particular aspect of visual culture or may compare visual genres or may compare visual media to other aspects of culture. Students taking the course for Russian credit will be required to read and do research in Russian. May be repeated for up to 6 credits with different subtitles.
An in-depth investigation of a particular facet of Russian culture. Topics may include aspects of folk or artistic culture, including visual arts, architectural, literary, theatrical, musical and/or social movements. Students taking the course for Russian credit will be required to read and research in Russian. May be repeated for up to 6 credits with different subtitles.
An investigation of Russian culture from the 1800's to the present, with emphasis on specific topics. May be repeated up to nine credits under different subtitles.
An in-depth examination of the classics of Russian and/or Soviet literature using original texts. Conducted in Russian. MATWL students will learn how to present Russian literary works in their language curriculum. May be repeated to a maximum of nine credits under different subtitles.
An in-depth exploration of a particular literary, cultural, cinematic topic in Russian cultural history. Students will be expected to conduct part of their research using Russian materials. MAT students will learn how to synthesize content-based material into their language curriculum. Taught in Russian. May be repeated to a maximum of six credits under a different subtitle.
This course examines various forms of family violence, including intimate partner violence and child abuse, by reviewing the theoretical and empirical literature on these problems. The course material addresses such topics as risk and protective factors, and both legal and therapeutic responses to family violence.
This course explores strategies for using sociological research tools to make a tangible impact on real-world social problems. It focuses on "Public Sociology" as a "brand" of sociology in which scholars seek to engage with the wider public by addressing social issues and seeking to share the results of their research with individuals and organizations who can utilize it for the solution of social problems. Students will be involved in a public sociology project as they fulfill course requirements.
This course examines the causes and consequences of mass imprisonment in the United States of America. Special attention is given to social context and political policies that led to the era of mass incarceration, the social factors that shape and describe the phenomenon of mass incarceration, and its consequences to society at the personal and societal levels.
