Program Overview

Russian and East European Studies

Program Type: Major, Minor
  • Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Department: Russian and East European Studies

Our Russia and Eastern European Studies major takes a multidisciplinary approach that incorporates Russian language and literature, history, sociology, and politics. Our courses in Russian and in English will help majors develop strong speaking, linguistic, and critical thinking skills.

Program Director

Thomas (Tom) Newlin Professor of Russian

Contact

Dale Alexander Administrative Assistant 440-775-8650

Why Study Russian and East European Studies at Oberlin?

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Study Away Programs in Russia
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Courses

Winter Term

Oberlin’s four-week winter term in January encourages students to discover the value of self-directed education. You may pursue individual or group projects that are directly linked to your field of study or explore opportunities unrelated to your major. Complete your project on or off campus.

Student Clubs and Organizations

Student Senate, Chess Club, Solarity, the Oberlin Review—these are among the more than 175 student groups and clubs available to you. From politics to faith and identity, and from special interest to sports, Oberlin has an array of clubs eager for new members, new ideas, and new leadership.

Sample Courses

  • HIST 221 - Upending the Archive 4 credits
  • POLT 214 - Social and Political Change in Eastern Europe 4 credits
  • ECON 227 - International Trade and Finance 4 credits
Curriculum and requirements

Russian and East European Studies Faculty

Russian and East European Studies News

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This Week in Photos: January 29

January 29, 2020
Although Winter Term 2020 is complete there are still so many photogenic and inspiring moments to share. In this photo series, we visit Lake Erie; Hall Annex 100 for a theater workshop with director Joey Rizzolo; Peters Hall for an elementary Russian class; the Ninde Scholars at Oberlin High School; and a chance to sport a terrific pair of 3D-printed snow glasses.
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