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Minor: Russian, East European, and Eurasian Studies
(REEES)
The REEES minor offers a wide variety of subjects, approaches, classes, professors and experiences. From the great classics of Russian literature to the operations of the current Russian mafia; from gypsy music and culture of the Balkans to the history of Stalin's gulag; from nomadic art of Central Asia to contemporary Russian cinema; the REEES minor is a gateway to a whole world of knowledge and experience. Besides being able to choose from many thought-provoking courses, REEES minors have many opportunities to participate in interesting activities such as the Russian Club (famed for its costume parties and delicious food) and the yearly Russian play.TOP FIVE
REASONS TO STUDY Russian, East European, and Eurasian Studies
- Become an informed and engaged global citizen.
- Develop excellent communication skills.
- Boost brain power - a proven result of language study.
- Improve your job prospects and potential to work abroad.
- Learn more about European cultures.
Russian, East European, and Eurasian Studies
College of Arts and Sciences
541-346-4078
reees.uoregon.edu
COURSES YOU MAY NEED
- Three years of college study or equivalent competency in languages of the region
- Three courses in one of two concentrations: Russian Language, Literature, and Culture OR Russian and East European History, Politics, and Society
- Three courses in REEES electives
MINOR CREDITS
Required 0 credits
Electives 24 credits
Total 24 credits
WHERE CAN I GO?
- Non-governmental organizations (e.g. the United Nations)
- Federal government agencies
- Law firms
- Consulting firms
- Research institutes
WHAT WILL I LEARN?
- Oral and written communication
- Critical thinking and analysis
- Cross-cultural collaboration
- Language tutoring and translating
- Policy development, advocacy, and analysis
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COMBINED WITH:
- Comparative Literature
- Global Studies
- Political Science
- Psychology