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Founded in 1948, the Department of Slavic, East European and Eurasian Languages and Cultures is one of the oldest and most prominent programs in its field in the United States. The program provides students with a comprehensive education in the languages, literatures, cultures, and history of Russia, Eastern and Central Europe and Eurasia....

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Spotlight

  1. New! Summer Russian Study Abroad Program in Kazakhstan (UCEAP) – Summer 2027

    Study Russian in Kazakhstan through UCEAP and American Councils. Eligible students may be able to apply their financial aid toward the program. The first cohort will participate...

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Latest news

  1. Tanya Ivanova-Sullivan receives grant to study language and identity among Ukrainian diaspora

    This story was originally posted on the Humanities Division website. Story by Sean Brenner | October 13, 2026   A project led by Tanya Ivanova-Sullivan is examining...

  2. Susan Kresin honored for excellence in teaching

    Susan Kresin, who has taught at UCLA since 1996, was praised by peers for her “boundless energy and love for her students.” Photo courtesy of Susan Kresin. ...

  3. Alexandra Pimentelli Wins Third Place at the 2026 Undergraduate Competition Celebrating UCLA World Languages Day

      Alexandra Pimentelli won third place at the 2026 Undergraduate Competition Celebrating UCLA World Languages Day.   The winners are: 1st: Chinese-American Linguistic Identity in Los Angeles,...

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Upcoming Events

  1. Bereza/Beryoze: Old Ukrainian and Yiddish songs in a new song cycle from Zozulka Trio

    Oct 19 @ 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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