Introduction to Russia and Eurasia

This interdisciplinary course introduces students to key issues and themes that cross disciplines and are important for understanding the contemporary socio-politics of the region.

Politics and Institutions in Brazil

The course explores distinct theoretical and empirical challenges associated with the functioning of democracy and the political institutions in Brazil.

Research Support

IGI's centers and programs offer a variety of research support to undergraduate and graduate students and faculty. 

New Initiative: What is Brasillinois?

To learn about the Brasillinois initiative, read the press release here: https://emails.uofi.uillinois.edu/newsletter/60/311198260.html and more information here: https://www.uillinois.edu/about/international_partnerships/brasillinois  

What in the World is a FLAS Fellowship?

What in the world is a FLAS Fellowship? The IGI Spring e-newsletter brings news of significant achievements by staff, students, and faculty, as well as well-deserved recognition of their efforts. This note takes a closer look at one of the major building blocks of international...

Willie J. Mitchell wins LAS Academic Professional Award

On February 28, Willie J. Mitchell, Principal Information Technologies Specialist for Applied Technologies for Learning in the Arts & Sciences, was awarded the LAS Academic Professional Award. Since 2014, Will has been the ATLAS Zone Manager for the following units and departments: Asian...

Meet Three LCTL Instructors: Azadeh Aghighi (Persian); Carlos Molina-Vital (Quechua); and Vieux Toure (Wolof)

AZADEH AGHIGHI received her Ph.D. in Middle Eastern Languages and Cultures with a specialization in Islamic Studies and is currently a Lecturer in Persian Language and Director of the Persian Studies Program, Dept. of Linguistics. Dr. Aghigi has taught courses on Islam as well as...

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