Russia Day 2013

Russia Day 2013
Sat, February 16, 2013 • 10:00 AM - 2:30 PM

The University of Texas campus

The Center for Russian, East European and Eurasian Studies will be hosting its annual Russia Day celebration on February 16, 2013.  This is a day-long event for middle and high school students where they come to campus with their teachers to get an “immersion experience” in Russian culture, language, traditions and history.  We offer ethnic foods, Russian games, lessons in the Cyrillic alphabet, a concert of Balkan music and other opportunities to experience the intellectual and cultural riches of both the world’s largest country and the university environment. 

• Gastronomic delights - try Russian food! 

• Enjoy live folk music of Eastern Europe! 

• Learn the Cyrillic alphabet in 20 minutes! 

• Watch Russian movie 

• Enjoy hilarious Russian cartoons! 

• Play schoolyard games...Russian style!

• Tune in to current events!

Space is limited to 250 students! School groups that register by February 1 will be provided lunch and a t-shirt. To register your class, please fill out the registration form.

For more information or to arrange a class visit please contact:
Allegra Azulay, Outreach Coordinator
512-232-9123
aazulay@austin.utexas.edu