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The Russian studies major was established as part of Concordia’s
emphasis on international education and in response to a national
need for highly trained Russian specialists. The major is
designed to educate students in both Russian-area studies
and advanced Russian language skills.
Concordia Distinctions
• Russian studies is a multidisciplinary program, drawing
from the Departments of French and Russian, History, Religion
and English.
• A major and minor are offered in Russian studies and
preparation is available to meet requirements for K-12 licensure
for teaching in the state of Minnesota. A major in international
business is under development.
• Audio, video, interactive computer programs and Internet
resources in the highly innovative Multimedia Learning Center
assist students in becoming proficient in Russian and enhance
their understanding of Russian culture. .
• Concordia’s program requires three years of
college-level training in the Russian language. This distinctive
feature provides Russian studies graduates with a competitive
edge in career opportunities and makes possible an immersion
experience in Russia.
Special Programs
• A May Seminar Abroad gives students the opportunity
to travel in countries where Russian is frequently spoken,
meet the people and experience the political, social and cultural
conditions of Russia, Ukraine, Poland, the Czech Republic,
Latvia, Lithuania and Estonia.
• The Russian Cultural Club sponsors gatherings, film
presentations and conversation groups. Topics include cultural
awareness, global education, and Russian history, music, art,
drama and literature.
• The National Slavic Honor Society granted Concordia
a charter in 1990 for the Gamma Phi chapter of Dobro Slovo,
which recognizes academic excellence and achievement in the
study of Russian language and literature.
• Concordia Language Villages is internationally known
for its excellent immersion programs in 12 languages, including
Russian, for youth ages 7-18. Concordia language students
may participate in the program as counselors and instructors
while acquiring valuable language and teacher-preparation
skills.
• The Thunderbird-Concordia Linkage Program for international
business majors enables Concordia students to make the easiest
possible transition into a graduate professional business
program, guarantees admission, and satisfies a portion of
the M.I.M. degree at the prestigious American Graduate School
of International Management in Phoenix. |
