2022 Summer SLAVIC 50 001 LEC 001

2022 Summer Session C 8 weeks, June 21 - August 12

SLAVIC 50 001 - LEC 001

Introduction to Russian/East European/Eurasian Cultures

Dominick Robert Lawton

Jun 21, 2022 - Aug 12, 2022
Tu, We, Th
01:00 pm - 02:59 pm
Internet/Online
Class #:13679
Units:3

Instruction Mode: Online

Current Enrollment

Total Open Seats: 2
Enrolled: 23
Waitlisted: 0
Capacity: 25
Waitlist Max: 3
No Reserved Seats

Course Catalog Description

This course introduces students to the cultures of the peoples of the former Soviet bloc (Russia and other areas of the former Soviet Union, including Central Asia and the Caucasus, and Eastern Europe), from early times to the present, with the emphasis on cultural identity. Readings in history, fiction, folklore, viewing of films, and art. Thematic units include formation of the Russian civilization, Slavic nationalism in the Romantic era, empire and identity in Eastern/Central Europe; Soviet and post-Soviet daily life, Jews in Slavic lands, the former Yugoslavia; multi ethnic lands. Required of majors in Russian/East European/Eurasian cultures, the course is also aimed at a broad audience. Knowledge of the areas' languages not required.

Class Description

This course is designed to familiarize the student with major topics and events of the cultural history of the Slavic, East European, and Eurasian peoples and lands. We will start with their ancient origins and move forward chronologically, ending with 21st century issues of identity and socio-politics. Students will expand their historical knowledge and think critically about accepted portrayals of this region in relation to the wider world (especially “the West” and “the East,” or “Europe” and “Asia”). Students will also develop their ability to interpret and understand different kinds of cultural documents, including canonical works of art and literature, and situate these documents with respect to broader historical developments. Readings will come from a variety of sources and include literature, non-fictional primary sources, and scholarship from various disciplines. Besides written texts, we will also consider works of visual art, architecture, music, and several films screened throughout the session. Readings: Readings will be uploaded to bCourses..

Class Notes

No prerequisites. Taught online, in English, with readings in English.
Synchronous instruction.

Required of Slavic majors in the Russian/East European/Eurasian Languages & Cultures track

Rules & Requirements

Requisites

  • Students Not in the Pre-Collegiate Program

Repeat Rules

Course is not repeatable for credit.

Requirements class fulfills

Meets Arts & Literature, L&S Breadth
Meets International Studies, L&S Breadth
Meets Social & Behavioral Sciences, L&S Breadth

Reserved Seats

Current Enrollment

No Reserved Seats

Textbooks & Materials

Associated Sections

None