We provide a well-rounded understanding of Central Europe, Russia, the former Soviet Union, and Eastern Europe through a study of their languages and an exploration of their literatures and cultures.
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Our department exists at the crossroads of many cultures, creeds and national traditions. Lectures, festivals and film screenings provide opportunities to share and celebrate those differences.
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Our students pursue diverse careers in communication, teaching, science and business. Employers value their ability to respond to an ever-changing world and its increasingly complex demands.
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Deepen your understanding of Slavic culture and the human experience through big books, European cinema, visual art, and more.
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We offer a multifaceted approach to learning about a complex region recognized for its international influence. Our students learn to evaluate linguistic and cultural differences in a global context.
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A dynamic collaboration of multiple UW departments, Global Literary Studies (GLITS) introduces students to works of literature from around the world and from all eras of human history.
Global Literary Studies
This course examines modern Yiddish literature from its origins in the Russian Empire's western borderlands to its responses to ruptures of the twentieth century.
