First, and most importantly, you don’t need to be a genius to study Russian.  While the grammar is somewhat more challenging than Spanish, French, or German for native English speakers, the department’s teaching methods are enormously student-friendly and geared primarily toward introducing students to Russian culture and giving them the tools for interacting with it. 

Academic Advising Center		 All they need to bring is a healthy dose of curiosity and willingness to engage.  In addition to this strong cultural approach, there is also an emphasis on teaching analytical skills and general learning strategies.  Students are encouraged to explore the language and culture independently, making the courses practical on a level that extends beyond the language and its people.

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Please consult pages 224-225 of the 1999-2000 Undergraduate Catalog for information about:
  • An eight semester program for this major
  • Minimum requirements to be on-track each of your first five semesters
  • Major and minor requirements
    • STUDY ABROAD

    The Department recommends that students enroll in UF’s Summer program in Moscow. Overseas Studies, within the UF International Center (UFIC), offers UF students the opportunity to study in a wide range of academic and cultural settings.  The office coordinates 32 semester and year long programs and 28 summer programs in 24 countries.  Study abroad programs satisfy the general education international and diversity requirement and also may fulfill requirements for a major or minor, as well as basic distribution area requirements and UF summer residency.  Students interested in study abroad opportunities should contact the Overseas Studies Office in 123 Grinter, (352) 392-5323.

     
    SITES FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

    More information is also available on the World Wide Web at: http://web.germslav.ufl.edu/.  Information about the Academic Advising Center for the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences can also be found on our home page at: http://www.advising.ufl.edu/.  From this site you can find information about all majors or minors in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.  This page also contains many useful links around campus and allows students to ask questions of an academic advisor via e-mail.  Students can check their academic records, register for classes, and run a degree audit for any undergraduate major through ISIS located at: http://www.isis.ufl.edu/. 

     
    CHOOSING/CHANGING MAJORS

    Native students will be permitted to change majors provided they are on-track according to the minimum progression standards detailed in the undergrad catalog.  If you are not on-track for the appropriate semester, an academic advisor in the AAC can assist you in a plan that will allow you to be admitted to the major of your choice or discuss an alternate plan.  All students wishing to change to a major in  Liberal Arts and Sciences must first discuss their plans with an academic advisor in the AAC.  Students wishing to change to a major outside of the CLAS must contact the other college directly.

     
    ACADEMIC ADVISING

    The Academic Advising Center is responsible for acting as an information and referral center to provide faculty advisors and students with timely and accurate information on university-wide requirements, policies, procedures, and referrals to appropriate services.  Students ultimately are responsible for knowing and fulfilling all university, college, and major requirements for graduation.  Also, students are responsible for knowing and adhering to all university policies and deadlines.  It is recommended that you meet with an advisor in your college each semester to discuss your academic progress.  Questions about major requirements should be directed to an undergraduate advisor in the major department.  The Academic Advising Center is open M-F from 8-5 and students will be seen on a first come, first served basis.  Appointments can also be made by calling: (352) 392-1521.
     
    RUSSIAN CLUB

    The Russian club meets weekly with active participation of faculty and Russians in the Gainesville area, offering students non-academic exposure to the language and culture through a variety of films, lectures, discussions, performances, outings, and dinners.

     
    All information described on this page is subject to change without notice. For current requirements please consult with a department advisor and the Advising Center.

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