BA in Russian East European and Eurasian Studies

As a REEES major, you ll study the peoples living in the eastern third of Europe, throughout the northern steppes of Central Asia, and across Siberia to the Pacific Ocean. Settled over a territory that spans half the earth s time zones, these peoples have been ruled by some of the most powerful empires in history including the Byzantine, Mongolian, Holy Roman, and Soviet empires. This expansive history has created a complex mosaic of cultures, expressed in literature and art as well as in institutions and social forms.REEES is one of the oldest centers devoted to the study of Russia, Eastern Europe, and Eurasia in the United States. Established in 1968, it was a founding institutional member of the American Association for the Advancement of Slavic Studies. The program brings together students and scholars with a shared interest in the region for lectures, collaborative projects, and social events. You will find many opportunities to expand your studies of the rich cultures of Eastern Europe and Eurasia, including history, literature, art, and politics.