LIS 390 - Topics in Russian Culture (3 credits)

This course introduces students to Russian culture through its history, literature, folklore, cinema, and fine arts. It provides students with an opportunity to analyze main ideas and values that have shaped the cultural identities of Russians. The intellectual and cultural history of Russia is explored through important textual and artistic images of Russian culture. The course also tracks the transformations of Russian culture from its origins to the present. No knowledge of Russian is required for this course. F, S.