College of Arts and Sciences
Department of Modern and Classical Language Studies
www.kent.edu/mcls

About This Program

The Russian minor offers a solid grounding in both spoken and written Russian, in addition to a broad-based understanding of Russian culture. By cultivating linguistic proficiency and cultural literacy, as well as a greater appreciation for the diverse cultures within the Russian-speaking world, this minor prepares students to visit Russia and interact in informal and professional settings with native speakers.

Contact Information

• Joanna Trzeciak | jtrzecia@kent.edu |
  330-672-1832
• Speak with an Advisor

Program Delivery

• Delivery:
  • In person
• Location:
  • Kent Campus

The Russian minor is not accepting students at this time.

Admission Requirements

The Russian minor is not accepting students at this time.

Admission to a minor is open to students declared in a bachelor’s degree, the A.A.B. or A.A.S. degree or the A.T.S. degree (not Individualized Program major). Students declared only in the A.A. or A.S. degree or the A.T.S. degree in Individualized Program may not declare a minor. Students may not pursue a minor and a major in the same discipline.

Program Requirements

Minor Requirements

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Students with prior knowledge of Russian may be able to fulfill one or more of the prerequisite courses through an Alternative Credit option. Students may also fulfill one or more of the prerequisite courses by starting in a higher level course than RUSS 12201 and applying for a proficiency waiver as outlined in the Foreign Language Placement policy.

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Faculty approval is required to take Translation Studies (TRST) courses.

Graduation Requirements

• Minimum 6 credit hours in the minor must be upper-division coursework (30000 and 40000 level).
• Minimum 6 credit hours in the minor must be outside of the course requirements for any major or other minor the student is pursuing.
• Minimum 50 percent of the total credit hours for the minor must be taken at Kent State (in residence).

Program Note

• Some courses in the Department of Modern and Classical Language Studies are offered on a rotating basis, and course availability may change at any time. Students should see the program coordinator or academic advisor for course planning.

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

1. Read a variety of texts written for native speakers of Russian and not edited or adapted for non-native speakers.
2. Compose routine social correspondence and descriptions of a factual nature in Russian.
3. Demonstrate historical knowledge of Russian history and culture and understand the diverse nature of culture throughout the ages.
4. Discuss cultural differences, distinguishing between fact, opinion and stereotype.
5. Maintain an ongoing assessment of their own cultural values and behaviors.