Russian Academic Renewal and Exchange Program: U.S.-RAR
Join us in developing the future of Russian higher education!
Applications are now open and will be reviewed on a rolling basis! Early bird deadline - November 15. Final deadline - December 15.
Russian faculty will be provided with four key resources:
Who we are
About the Program
U.S.-RAR is a unique initiative designed to support the creation of university courses that open new doors for Russian students. Through collaboration with U.S. faculty, Russian university teachers will develop courses that engage students with diverse perspectives on global issues.
These courses, offered by select institutions in exile, will cover a range of subjects that are relevant to Russians and Americans. With a focus on academic freedom, the U.S.-RAR Program equips students with the tools they need to thrive in a globalized world and engage with complex, real-world dynamics.
Highlights
Program Highlights
- Free University (Latvia)
- Faculty of Liberal Arts and Sciences (Montenegro)
- Smolny Beyond Borders (Germany)
- Bazaleti University (Georgia)
- Charles University Boris Nemtsov Center (Czech Republic)
- Global Nomad University (Georgia)
- The New School of Political Science
Additional partner institutions are eligible if they work as institutions in exile.
-Mentors from American University, Bard College, City College of New York, Columbia University, Cornell University, Dartmouth College, Duke University, Flagler College. George Washington University, Harvard University, Louisiana State University Shreveport, Michigan State University, St. Vincent College, Stanford University, University of Kansas, University of Maryland, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, University of Pittsburgh, University of Richmond, University of San Francisco.
-5 months of mentorship, one hour of consultation per month
-Feedback on course design and teaching
- Cohort 1 - 20 Russian Fellows, 20 new courses.
- Cohort 2 - 16 Russian Fellows, 16 new courses.
Activities
Timeline of Activities
Recruitment
Info session
Application review
Interview scheduling
Interviews
U.S. Embassy review and final selection
Mentor pairing
Fellowship
U.S. -based workshop
U.S. Peer Partners
20 U.S. faculty members from institutions including Stanford University, Columbia University, George Washington University, City College of New York, University of Richmond, University of Maryland and Bard College are supporting fellows through one-on-one collaboration.
Through this collaboration, U.S. peer partners will offer feedback on the course learning objectives and outcomes, syllabus structure, assessment strategies, key readings, multimedia resources, case studie and instructional materials to ensure alignment between course content and international academic standards.
Criteria
Eligibility Criteria
We are looking for passionate educators who are dedicated to advancing higher education and expanding opportunities for Russian students. To be eligible for the U.S-RAR Program, you must:
- Free University (Latvia)
- Faculty of Liberal Arts and Sciences (Montenegro)
- Smolny Beyond Borders (Germany)
- Bazaleti University (Georgia)
- Charles University Boris Nemtsov Center (Czech Republic)
- Global Nomad University (Georgia)
- The New School of Political Science
Or other appropriate institutions in exile.
Why Choose Us
Why Participate?
U.S.-RAR Cohort 3 Information Session
If you are considering applying to U.S.-RAR Cohort 3, we encourage you to join and learn more about the program!
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