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Russian Studies

Natasha Kolchevska, Chairperson (2008–2009)
Ortega Hall 229-A
MSC03 2088
1 University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM 87131-0001
277-4771
nakol@unm.edu

For general current information about the program contact Professor Kolchevska in the Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures; for advisement and pertinent information about developing an individualized program of study focusing in a specific area, contact individual faculty members of the committee.

Committee in Charge
Melissa Bokovoy, History
Gregory Gleason, Political Science
Natasha Kolchevska, Foreign Languages and Literatures
Tanya Ivanova-Sullivan, Foreign Languages and Literatures

Adjunct Professor
Marina Oborotova, Political Science

Professor Emeritus
Byron Lindsey, Foreign Languages and Literatures
Richard Robbins, History

Introduction

The combined major in Russian Studies is administered by the interdepartmental committee listed above. The goal of the program is to provide the student with a broad knowledge of modern Russia and Eurasia through the study of humanities, language, literature and the social sciences. Study of the Russian language to a level of proficiency is required. Study abroad programs in Russia are strongly recommended. The major does not require a minor for graduation.

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