Connections 20055 - Russia:Challenge and Opportunity

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Wheaton College - Massachusetts

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In this connection students will study Russia, one of the largest nations in the world, from the point of view of its history and current situation. In Pols 375, students will examine current challenges facing Russia, such as public health crises, depopulation, environmental damage, and political and economic instability, through the lens of political science theory. In Hist 215, they will learn about the historical background of Russian problems. In both courses students will consider whether Russia is somehow "flawed" and whether it can overcome thechallenges it faces today. Connections: Hist 215 History of Russia and Pols 375 The Politics of Social and Economic Problems in Post-Communist Russia

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3.00

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Institution Website:

www.wheatoncollege.edu

Phone Number:

(508) 285-7722

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

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Semester

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