Several years ago, when visiting Gori, Georgia, the birthplace of Stalin, I learned there was another place associated with him in Tbilisi, an underground printing press, that was once accessible, apparently, only by lowering oneself down a well and traveling through an underground passage. The Russian Revolution, hidden places, typography – this place ticked a […]

The following bilingual resource is intended to help students of Russian build vocabulary to discuss paintings in Russian. This includes discussing how paintings are created and how they are critically analyzed. As this is a complex field, we have limited discussion to paintings and have omitted prints, drawings, lithography, and other related arts, which may […]

Whether you are looking to pick up some language-learning material, explore a national culture, or just find a fun place to sit and study, exploring bookstores abroad is always a good idea! With a mix of chain bookstores and comfy study spots, Warsaw’s bookstore scene has plenty to offer for everyone. The following resource was created by Gabi Runnion, […]

In my six years as a competitive ballroom dancer in the United States, I’ve been struck by the fact that most of my coaches, teachers, and judges are from former Soviet states. Even Ukrainian President Zelensky had a star turn as a dancer when he won a Dancing with the Stars competition in 2006. During […]