Dr. Costello's work includes both foreign language pedagogy and literature/cultural studies. Her recent research explores the intersections of literature and bioscience in the Soviet interwar period. In general her research interests include 20th century Russian-language literature, literature and science, literature and philosophy, literature and ethics, metafiction, science fiction, transhumanism, and biopolitics. She also publishes and presents on pedagogy and higher education administration.
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Russian and Soviet Avant-Garde, Science Fiction, Biopolitics, Grotesque and Gothic, Cosmism, Utopia, foreign language pedagogy
RUSS 1010 - Beginning Russian 1
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Fall 2025
For students with no previous training in Russian. Degree credit not granted for this course and RUSS 1050.
RUSS 1020 - Beginning Russian 2
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Fall 2025
A continuation of RUSS 1010. Provides a basic introduction to Russian language and life. Covers the basics of Russian grammar; classroom activities develop speaking, reading and comprehension skills. Course will have midterm and final. Recommended prerequisite: RUSS 1010 (minimum grade C-). Credit not granted for this course and RUSS 1050.
RUSS 4210 - Topics in Russian Culture
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Spring 2022
Selected topics in Russian literature, film, art and music. Taught in English. May be repeated up to 9 total credit hours when topic varies. Same as RUSS 5210.
RUSS 5210 - Topics in Russian Culture
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Spring 2022
Selected topics in Russian literature, film, art and music. Taught in English. May be repeated up to 9 total credit hours when topic varies. Same as RUSS 4210.
