Russian Major

The Department of Slavic Languages and Literatures offers courses that count towards the Russian major in the fall and spring semesters as well as language classes through the Summer Language Institute. Prospective majors in the Department of Slavic Languages and Literatures include: students who are primarily interested in language or literature, students who wish to enhance their career opportunities in a unique way, students who have an interest in the politics and culture of Russia and Eastern Europe, and students with a desire to explore their ethnic heritage. For students interested in interdisciplinary area studies, The Russian, East European, and Eurasian Studies Center (REEES) certificate, offered through UCIS, is an attractive complement to a major or minor in the Slavic department. 

Many Russian majors go on to careers in law, engineering, NGOs, military, cybersecurity, business, education, and government or continue their studies in graduate school. Students of Slavic languages find their training valuable when working for local western Pennsylvania institutions and in politics, business, health-related professions, and the media, because of the large population in this region which traces its roots to the various Slavic peoples of Eastern Europe. Students interested in a major or minor in the department should begin language study early to ensure attainment of advanced language proficiency.