Alexandra Kolesnik and Aleksandr Rusanov will explore memory and historical culture in contemporary Russia through an examination of both state memory policies and grassroots initiatives working with the past. Through a combination of academic readings, media analysis and case studies, participants will critically engage with the complexities, contradictions and conflicts of memory culture in Russia. Particular attention will be paid to the tensions between official memory policies and independent memory initiatives.
- Instructor: Alexandra Kolesnik
- Instructor: Aleksandr Rusanov