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 Siberian Studies is a full-time course offering a close look at the history, development and current state of Siberia. The course begins with an overview of the indigenous groups of Siberia (with a concentration on those near Irkutsk) and early Russian exploration of the area. The material then moves to the influence Russian expansion and Soviet industrialization had on the area. Lastly, students are introduced to the current state of Siberia - the indigenous groups who still maintain their ancient traditions here, the ecology, economy, and unique politics of the region.
 Irkutsk was founded by the Decembrists, aristocrats exiled to Siberia after the 1905 revolution. Their presence helped to make Irkutsk Siberia’s center for culture, commerce, and education. Irkutsk also features some of Siberia’s most striking ecological beauty amid several native cultures. Irkutsk State Linguistic University was founded to serve as a conduit between Russia and these native peoples by teaching languages. There are few universities better suited to provide a clear understanding of Siberia. This multidisciplinary course is designed to meet credit transfer requirements in a range of departments.
Language of Instruction: Siberian Studies is offered in English only during the summer. During the academic year, all material is presented in Russian. Extra tutoring for the terminology involved is provided once per week with the instructor. 
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Program Costs
Spring: February 4 - June 20, 2008 Cost: 6 295$
Includes tuition for study as outlined, dormitory accommodation, visa and registration, pre-departure materials, local orientation, health and accident insurance, cultural and travel program, round-trip airport transfers, and SRAS in-country support. ***Apply by October 1, 2007
Summer: June 9 - July 25, 2008 Cost: 5 495$
Includes all services listed above.
***Apply by March 1, 2008
Fall: September 1 - December 23, 2008 Cost: 7 195$
Includes all services listed above.
***Apply by May 1, 2008
***All prices are subject to change without notice.
Curriculum
Russian Language Study – This required class gives you intensive Russian language training at your level, including grammar, phonetics, conversation, and vocabulary. (Required!)
Plus two of the following: Siberian Arts & Culture - This course looks at Siberian contributions to Russian literature, theater, art, and music. Study the Decembrists and other exiles and their contributions to the cultural development of Siberia. Learn about the crafts and traditions of native peoples and how they have been preserved and/or changed over time. This course may include visits to the local ethnography museum, and the Decembrists' museum. History of Russia as Seen from Siberia – This course focuses on the history and Russian colonization of Siberia. Lectures include: History of Irkutsk and Baikal; Russia pre-Siberia; the late 16th and early 17th centuries; peoples of Siberia before Russian colonization; the pioneers; how to colonize Siberia; cultural impacts; Siberia and empire; the 18th century; the 19th century; the land of exile; Siberia in the Civil War (1917–1920); Siberia under the communists; native peoples in the modern world.  Environmental Problems in a Transition Economy focuses on Siberia's environmental problems caused by the transition from a socialist to a free market economy. The course includes numerous excursions, which may include trips to Lake Baikal, a local environmental NGO, and the mineralogical museum. Lectures center on: the economic transition in Russia, Siberia and Irkutsk; Russian environmental policy; Russian environmental management; air, water, and land pollution problems; environmental deterioration and indigenous people; agriculture in transition; risk agriculture; property in transition; possible ways to solve environmental problems
 Elective courses: (choose 2 – offered only during academic year)
Ethnography and Ecology of Eastern Siberia Introduction to Regional Politics of the Russian Federation Introduction to Regional Studies Regional Economy and Consumer Markets in Eastern Siberia Economy of Wildlife Management
Elective course: (offered during summer programs) Program options: (additional cost) Independent Study - Students on this program may elect to do independent study or research. The student is placed with an adviser who will oversee the studies and assist with access to research materials. Students are encouraged to submit their final papers for publishing in the SRAS Quarterly Journal, Vestnik. More information Internship - Students on this program may apply for internship placement. Placements associated with this program are most frequently in museums and other cultural organizations, increasing exposure to the arts and culture and well as additional language training via editing and translation work. Placement is not guaranteed and depends on background of the applicant, language level, and availability of suitable internship positions at that time. More information
Credit Hours: Language: 9 credits (semester) / 3 credits (summer) Feature courses: 6 credits (semester) / 3 credits (summer) Elective courses: 3 credits (semester) / 1 (summer - optional) Independent Study or Internship: 1 credit (semester/summer)
Excursion Class Sessions: Several excursions are related to class material. These may include the Decembrist House-Museums, The City History Museum, Steam Ship Angora, the City Art Museum, the Old Railway, the Regional Museum, the city’s various churches and sites related to the Trans-Siberian Railway and the area’s unique ecology.
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