The University of Arizona Department of Russian & Slavic Studies invites you to join us in exploring
The University of Arizona Department of Russian & Slavic Studies invites you to join us in exploring the rich heritage of Russia and the post-Soviet world! We offer a variety of courses in culture, film, literature, and language. Our BA and MA programs enable students to pursue careers in research, teaching, government service, business, and more.
05/04/2026
The end of the academic year is almost here, which means it's time to celebrate the achievements of our students and faculty!
Join us in congratulating our award winners from last Wednesday's Department of Russian and Slavic Studies Awards Ceremony!
04/23/2026
It's almost the end of the Spring 2026 semester, which means it's time to celebrate!
Please join us in the Learning Services Building Courtyard on Wednesday 4/29 at 4:30 pm to celebrate our students' great achievements from the past academic year.
04/16/2026
Last week, we celebrated the Slavic Spring Festival Maslenitsa on the Mall! It was a beautiful day filled with games, dancing, folktales, and fun. Have a look at some of our favorite moments!
04/10/2026
Please join us in congratulating RSSS graduate student Margaree Little!
Margaree's successful translation book of Marina Tsvetaeva poems, At the Edge: Selected Political Poems of Marina Tsvetaeva, is a 2026 PEN Literary Award Finalist for Poetry in Translation! This prestigious award is handed out by PEN America, an organization promoting creative expression and the freedom to express and access those views.
Check out some pics from last week's PEN America Literary Awards event. Congratulations Margaree!
03/31/2026
Join us for our annual Spring Festival on April 8th, 11:30am-1:00pm.
01/28/2026
Stop by our table at the 2026 Spring Study Abroad Fair TODAY to learn about our summer program in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. 🇰🇬
10/29/2025
Stop by the UA Study Abroad Fair on the UA Mall this afternoon and learn about our new summer program in Kyrgyzstan. We are here! ⛰️🌄🗻
10/29/2025
Apply for a COH Fearless Abroad scholarship to explore the diverse cultural heritage of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan through our summer school programs. Next year’s destination- breathtaking Kyrgyzstan 🇰🇬!
10/23/2025
Join us for Halloween celebration on October 31st, 11am-1pm! Fun, games, costumes, and more!
06/22/2025
The 2025 Summer School of Russian and Eurasian Studies (SSRES) is officially underway in Astana! We kicked off the program with a walking tour around our summer campus—making our first stop at the monument to A. Pushkin and paid our respects at the powerful memorial dedicated to Kazakhstani soldiers who lost their lives in the Afghan War. Finally, we visited the American Corner. Looking forward to a summer of discovery, learning, and meaningful exchanges! 🌍✍️📖
03/24/2025
Join us in celebrating Maslenitsa on Wednesday, April 2nd!