These include Russian Resource Use and Management, Russian Ocean Policy, and Balkan Societies. In addition, internationally recognized historians offer courses in the social, intellectual, and political histories of the region in all eras. Language instruction is offered on a regular basis through the advanced level in Russian and most of the major modern languages of Eastern Europe and Central Asia. In addition, instruction is available in Old Church Slavonic and historic languages of Central Asia. Often it is possible to arrange independent study in relevant languages that are not regularly offered.
Intensive programs offer the opportunity to do a full year's language work during summer quarter.
The program provides students with a stimulating environment that extends far beyond the classroom. It sponsors and co-sponsors conferences, seminars, public lectures, and cultural events bringing to campus specialists from all parts of the world. Students also are encouraged to participate in various community programs involving Russian, East European and Central Asian history, culture, and current affairs. Any undergraduate admitted for study as a matriculated student in the College of Arts and Sciences may declare Russian, East European and Central Asian Studies as his or her major and work for the B.A. degree. Language 30 credits or equivalent in Russian language, to be completed before taking senior colloquia.