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Course Descriptions—Language Studies

RUS 101 Elementary Russian

The student with little or no previous training in Russian will get a grounding in the language and some understanding of the culture. Successful completion of the course means that one will be able to under stand and respond in common conversational situations, read straightforward prose, and write simple but correct Russian. This course is not offered 2008-2009.


Credits: 1

Course Descriptions—Language Studies


The student with little or no previous training in Russian will get a grounding in the language and some understanding of the culture. Successful completion of the course means that one will be able to under stand and respond in common conversational situations, read straightforward prose, and write simple but correct Russian. This course is not offered 2008-2009.


Credits: 1

RUS 102 Elementary Russian

The student with little or no previous training in Russian will get a grounding in the language and some understanding of the culture. Successful completion of the course means that one will be able to understand and respond in common conversational situations, read straightforward prose, and write simple but correct Russian. This course is not offered 2008-2009.


Successful completion of Russian 101 is a prerequisite for Russian 102.


Credits: 1

RUS 201 Intermediate Russian

A review of the fundamentals of the language. Concentration will be on continued growth in the active use of the language: speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Students will read Russian texts which will reinforce the study of the language and the observation of the culture. Particular attention will be given to improving self-expression in Russian beyond the rudimentary level. This course is not offered 2008-2009.


Prerequisite: Russian 102 or placement by examination.


Credits: 1


A review of the fundamentals of the language. Concentration will be on continued growth in the active use of the language: speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Students will read Russian texts which will reinforce the study of the language and the observation of the culture. Particular attention will be given to improving self-expression in Russian beyond the rudimentary level. This course is not offered 2008-2009.


Prerequisite: Russian 102 or placement by examination.


Credits: 1

RUS 202 Russian Language and Culture

This course focuses on the active use of Russian. Its goals are to develop the student’s command of Russian through guided practice in the use of the language and to increase his understanding of Russian culture as reflected in the Russian language and life in the Russian-speaking world. This course is not offered 2008-2009.


Prerequisite: Russian 201 or consent of the instructor and the department chair.


Credits: 1


This course focuses on the active use of Russian. Its goals are to develop the student’s command of Russian through guided practice in the use of the language and to increase his understanding of Russian culture as reflected in the Russian language and life in the Russian-speaking world. This course is not offered 2008-2009.


Prerequisite: Russian 201 or consent of the instructor and the department chair.


Credits: 1

RUS 296 Religion and Literature

A study of religious themes and theological issues in literary works and films. (In some years the course may be offered for one-half credit.) This course is not offered 2008-2009.


Credits: 1 or 1/2


A study of religious themes and theological issues in literary works and films. (In some years the course may be offered for one-half credit.) This course is not offered 2008-2009.


Credits: 1 or 1/2

RUS 301 Russian Conversation and Composition

This course focuses on the continued development of the student’s command of the Russian language and his understanding of the culture of the Russian-speaking world, with an emphasis on speaking and writing. This course is not offered 2008-2009.


Prerequisite: Russian 202 or consent of the instructor and the department chair.


Credits: 1


This course focuses on the continued development of the student’s command of the Russian language and his understanding of the culture of the Russian-speaking world, with an emphasis on speaking and writing. This course is not offered 2008-2009.


Prerequisite: Russian 202 or consent of the instructor and the department chair.


Credits: 1

Course Descriptions—Literature or Language Studies

RUS 177 Special Topics in Russian

These courses treat topics in Russian language, literature or culture. Conducted in Russian. This course is not offered in 2008-2009.


Prerequisite: Consent of the instructor and the department chair.


Credits: 1/2

Course Descriptions—Literature or Language Studies


These courses treat topics in Russian language, literature or culture. Conducted in Russian. This course is not offered in 2008-2009.


Prerequisite: Consent of the instructor and the department chair.


Credits: 1/2

RUS 187 Independent Study in Russian

Special topics in literature, language or culture chosen in consultation with the instructor, discussed in tutorial sessions. Students who plan to do independent study are expected to consult with the faculty member and to submit their proposals well in advance of the beginning of the semester in which they will to do the work. One-half or one course credit. This course is not offered in 2008-2009.


Prerequisite: Consent of the instructor and the department chair.


Credits: 1/2


Special topics in literature, language or culture chosen in consultation with the instructor, discussed in tutorial sessions. Students who plan to do independent study are expected to consult with the faculty member and to submit their proposals well in advance of the beginning of the semester in which they will to do the work. One-half or one course credit. This course is not offered in 2008-2009.


Prerequisite: Consent of the instructor and the department chair.


Credits: 1/2

RUS 188 Independent Study in Russian

Special topics in literature, language or culture chosen in consultation with the instructor, discussed in tutorial sessions. Students who plan to do independent study are expected to consult with the faculty member and to submit their proposals well in advance of the beginning of the semester in which they will to do the work. One-half or one course credit. 

This course is not offered in 2008-2009.


Prerequisite: Consent of the instructor and the department chair.


Credits: 1/2


Special topics in literature, language or culture chosen in consultation with the instructor, discussed in tutorial sessions. Students who plan to do independent study are expected to consult with the faculty member and to submit their proposals well in advance of the beginning of the semester in which they will to do the work. One-half or one course credit. 

This course is not offered in 2008-2009.


Prerequisite: Consent of the instructor and the department chair.


Credits: 1/2

RUS 277 Special Topics in Russian

These courses treat topics in Russian language, literature or culture. Conducted in Russian. 

This course is not offered in 2008-2009.


Prerequisite: Consent of the instructor and the department chair.


Credits: 1/2


These courses treat topics in Russian language, literature or culture. Conducted in Russian. 

This course is not offered in 2008-2009.


Prerequisite: Consent of the instructor and the department chair.


Credits: 1/2

RUS 287 Independent Study in Russian

Special topics in literature, language or culture chosen in consultation with the instructor, discussed in tutorial sessions. Students who plan to do independent study are expected to consult with the faculty member and to submit their proposals well in advance of the beginning of the semester in which they will to do the work. One-half or one course credit. This course is not offered in 2008-2009.


Prerequisite: Consent of the instructor and the department chair.


Credits: 1/2


Special topics in literature, language or culture chosen in consultation with the instructor, discussed in tutorial sessions. Students who plan to do independent study are expected to consult with the faculty member and to submit their proposals well in advance of the beginning of the semester in which they will to do the work. One-half or one course credit. This course is not offered in 2008-2009.


Prerequisite: Consent of the instructor and the department chair.


Credits: 1/2

RUS 288 Independent Study in Russian

Special topics in literature, language or culture chosen in consultation with the instructor, discussed in tutorial sessions. Students who plan to do independent study are expected to consult with the faculty member and to submit their proposals well in advance of the beginning of the semester in which they will to do the work. One-half or one course credit. 

This course is not offered in 2008-2009.


Prerequisite: Consent of the instructor and the department chair.


Credits: 1/2


Special topics in literature, language or culture chosen in consultation with the instructor, discussed in tutorial sessions. Students who plan to do independent study are expected to consult with the faculty member and to submit their proposals well in advance of the beginning of the semester in which they will to do the work. One-half or one course credit. 

This course is not offered in 2008-2009.


Prerequisite: Consent of the instructor and the department chair.


Credits: 1/2

RUS 377 Special Topics in Russian

These courses treat topics in Russian language, literature or culture. Conducted in Russian. One-half or one course credit. 

This course is not offered in 2008-2009.


Prerequisite: Consent of the instructor and the department chair.


Credits: 1/2


These courses treat topics in Russian language, literature or culture. Conducted in Russian. One-half or one course credit. 

This course is not offered in 2008-2009.


Prerequisite: Consent of the instructor and the department chair.


Credits: 1/2

RUS 387 Independent Study in Russian

Special topics in literature, language or culture chosen in consultation with the instructor, discussed in tutorial sessions. Students who plan to do independent study are expected to consult with the faculty member and to submit their proposals well in advance of the beginning of the semester in which they will to do the work. One-half or one course credit. This course is not offered in 2008-2009.


Prerequisite: Consent of the instructor and the department chair.


Credits: 1/2


Special topics in literature, language or culture chosen in consultation with the instructor, discussed in tutorial sessions. Students who plan to do independent study are expected to consult with the faculty member and to submit their proposals well in advance of the beginning of the semester in which they will to do the work. One-half or one course credit. This course is not offered in 2008-2009.


Prerequisite: Consent of the instructor and the department chair.


Credits: 1/2

RUS 388 Independent Study in Russian

Special topics in literature, language or culture chosen in consultation with the instructor, discussed in tutorial sessions. Students who plan to do independent study are expected to consult with the faculty member and to submit their proposals well in advance of the beginning of the semester in which they will to do the work. One-half or one course credit. This course is not offered in 2008-2009.


Prerequisite: Consent of the instructor and the department chair.


Credits: 1/2


Special topics in literature, language or culture chosen in consultation with the instructor, discussed in tutorial sessions. Students who plan to do independent study are expected to consult with the faculty member and to submit their proposals well in advance of the beginning of the semester in which they will to do the work. One-half or one course credit. This course is not offered in 2008-2009.


Prerequisite: Consent of the instructor and the department chair.


Credits: 1/2

RUS 477 Special Topics in Russian

These courses treat topics in Russian language, literature or culture. Conducted in Russian. One-half or one course credit. This course is not offered in 2008-2009.


Prerequisite: Consent of the instructor and the department chair.


Credits: 1/2


These courses treat topics in Russian language, literature or culture. Conducted in Russian. One-half or one course credit. This course is not offered in 2008-2009.


Prerequisite: Consent of the instructor and the department chair.


Credits: 1/2

RUS 487 Independent Study in Russian

Special topics in literature, language or culture chosen in consultation with the instructor, discussed in tutorial sessions. Students who plan to do independent study are expected to consult with the faculty member and to submit their proposals well in advance of the beginning of the semester in which they will to do the work. One-half or one course credit. This course is not offered in 2008-2009.


Prerequisite: Consent of the instructor and the department chair.


Credits: 1/2


Special topics in literature, language or culture chosen in consultation with the instructor, discussed in tutorial sessions. Students who plan to do independent study are expected to consult with the faculty member and to submit their proposals well in advance of the beginning of the semester in which they will to do the work. One-half or one course credit. This course is not offered in 2008-2009.


Prerequisite: Consent of the instructor and the department chair.


Credits: 1/2

RUS 488 Independent Study in Russian

Special topics in literature, language or culture chosen in consultation with the instructor, discussed in tutorial sessions. Students who plan to do independent study are expected to consult with the faculty member and to submit their proposals well in advance of the beginning of the semester in which they will to do the work. One-half or one course credit. This course is not offered in 2008-2009.


Prerequisite: Consent of the instructor and the department chair.


Credits: 1/2


Special topics in literature, language or culture chosen in consultation with the instructor, discussed in tutorial sessions. Students who plan to do independent study are expected to consult with the faculty member and to submit their proposals well in advance of the beginning of the semester in which they will to do the work. One-half or one course credit. This course is not offered in 2008-2009.


Prerequisite: Consent of the instructor and the department chair.


Credits: 1/2