OCREECAS
The Center for Russian, East European and Central Asian Studies (OCREECAS) is designed to strengthen the study and teaching of Russian, East European, and Central Asian Studies at Oberlin, by expanding summer and postgraduation internship, community service, study abroad, and employment opportunities for students; fostering the development of new curricula; and offering a broad range of cultural activities focusing on the region. The center will provide the administrative support and resources essential to develop innovative programming for Oberlin students and graduates, while assuring participant safety and program quality within the rapidly changing conditions of Russia, Eastern Europe, and Central Asia.
Information on upcoming and past events, including concerts, film screenings, lecturers, and artist residencies.
OCREECAS internships fund student work in Russia during the summer and/or after graduation, providing unique opportunities to experience and learn Russian language, culture, and professional life in situ. Read the stories of past interns and learn more about how you can apply!
Oberlin offers several opportunities for study abroad in Russia and Eastern Europe. Learn more about the programs, prerequisites, and application procedures.
Find out about the students and faculty who organize and participate in OCREECAS's programs.
In addition to the regular full-term courses offered each year by faculty affiliated with the center, OCREECAS regularly sponsors shorter but intensive credit-bearing courses taught by both Oberlin faculty and visiting specialists in the field of Russian, East European, and Central Asian Studies.
Russian House (Allencroft) is a coeducational residence that supports students' study of Russian language through programming with faculty, opportunities for language immersion among fellow students, and regular interaction and speaking experience with two native speakers: Faculty-in-Residence Dr. Maia Solovieva and Fulbright Teaching Assistant Elena Polyakova. Also, Now Showing at Russian House: For those of you at Oberlin, Russian house now has satellite TV so you can come by and watch Russian television! Review the schedule.
Learn about the Center's recent events, courses, internships, and student and faculty achievements by downloading a copy of the current newsletter or one of several archived newsletters.
External Resources for Study and Travel
Helpful resources for culture, art, literature, language, and travel in post soviet countries.
