RUSSIAN

RUSS 101: Elementary Russian Communication I (4 cr.)

This course is designed for students with no previous knowledge, or very limited knowledge, of the Russian language. Strong emphasis will be placed on acquiring conversational and comprehension skills, using practical and interesting situational materials that will stress both language and culture. Grammatical patterns and syntax will be stressed with the aim that students read and write what they have learned to say and understand.

NOTE: RUSS 101 is not open to native speakers of Russian, nor is it open to students with more than two years of study in Russian, except by permission of instructor.

RUSS 101 is offered in the FALL semester.

Students will build upon skills acquired in the first semester course and will be able to express themselves in a variety of more complex situations in Russian. (Prerequisite: A grade of "C" or higher in RUSS 101)

 RUSS 102 is offered in the SPRING semester.