As the fifth most widely spoken language in the world (with 277 million speakers) and one of the six languages of the United Nations, Russian is a powerful language in a changing world. Fluency in Russian can pave the way for a variety of career paths. Scientists, policy-makers, engineers, analysts, entrepreneurs, and language specialists all benefit from a mastery of this global language.
Whether you decide to study Russia because of its rich history, literature, colorful culture, Nobel Prize winners, current socio-political configuration, or growing role in business and the energy sector, you can expect an engaging curriculum here at Sewanee. You’ll learn to speak, read, and write Russian. You’ll learn the country’s customs and its influence on dance, drama, film, literature, mathematics, music, and physics. You’ll even get to experience the culture and friendly conversation in Russian at the Russian House on campus.
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