I need your HELP!

I need your HELP!

Author: Daria Molchanova April 10, 2026 Duration: 2:09

Dear friends, I would love to invite you to my summer course at the University of Colorado!

You do not need to be a registered degree-seeking student to join. The group is small, only 14 students, and we still need 9 more people.

If you know someone who might be interested, please share this with them, or join us yourself. I would be absolutely thrilled if one of my podcast listeners became my student this summer.

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The Program in Russian, East European and Eurasian Studies at the Univesrsity of Colorado Boulder is planning to offer an online section of RUSS 1010, Beginning Russian 1 in Summer Session B (June 30 – July 31, 2026).  

  • The classes search site is now updated with Summer 2026 classes. Students can add classes to the shopping cart on: 2/18/2026
  • The summer non-degree application opens: 2/18/2026. The application is in the 'Non-degree' section. 
  • Enrollment for non-degree students into Boulder Main Campus and Continuing Education sections of courses begins: 3/9/2026

Summer 2026

You can search for your desired courses on the class search site classes.colorado.edu by checking the term, and searching for RUSS 1010. At this time, you can take summer classes for credit as a CU Boulder non-degree student without transferring or going through the traditional admissions process. Your home college or university has the final say on the applicability of CU Boulder credits toward your degree. Many students find transferology.com helpful in determining how credits will transfer.

How to Apply

Apply by completing the summer non-degree application for non-degree/guest students. The application is free, non-competitive, and takes about 15-20 minutes. You will receive a Welcome Message email with your student ID number and how to access your student portal once your application is approved. If you include a copy of your unofficial transcripts within the application, you will need to have it manually reviewed by a CE advisor for courses that have requisites or restrictions. Follow the instructions for Non-Degree Requisite Approval.

How to Enroll in Classes

The enrollment process is listed on the Summer Session How to Enroll page. Here is how to add a class through your student portal. Search for classes at classes.colorado.edu

Advising

Continuing Education academic advisors are available to assist you—schedule a phone or video advising appointment. After logging in, click on the black Continuing Education tile, then select "Academic Advising" from the dropdown list under Select a Service.  You are also welcome to contact the course instructor, Daria Molchanova

Non-Degree Requisite Approval

If you have requisites from another university, or are having trouble self-enrolling, you will need to contact an advisor to manually review and approve your outside transcripts. Follow the instructions for Non-Degree Requisite Approval. You can also schedule a phone/video appointment with a Continuing Education academic advisor here: https://cu.my.site.com/continuingEd_login. Click "Schedule an Appointment." After logging in, click on the black Continuing Education tile, then select "Academic Advising" from the Select a Service drop-down. Select an open time with an advisor. 

Important Links:

Summer Session Website

Dates and Deadlines for Boulder Main Campus classes

Tuition and Fees for Boulder Main Campus classes, online and in-person

Tuition, Fees, Dates, and Deadlines for Continuing Education online classes

How and When You Pay

Financial Aid

Summer Housing at CU Boulder. Housing is run through Housing and Dining. Please contact University Housing for any inquiries related to housing on campus. On-campus housing is limited and may be unavailable for non-degree students.

Term Calendars

 


Daria Molchanova’s Slow Russian offers a patient, accessible path to understanding spoken Russian. As an experienced teacher, Daria structures each episode around clear, deliberately paced conversation, removing the common hurdle of native speed that can overwhelm learners. The core of this podcast is its namesake pace: spoken Russian delivered slowly enough to follow, yet naturally enough to feel authentic. Each segment typically includes a vocabulary breakdown, where key words and phrases are explained in context, turning listening practice into a direct lesson. Beyond grammar and pronunciation, Daria weaves in observations on Russian culture, traditions, and the nuances of daily life, providing the contextual glue that makes language stick. It’s designed for those who want to move beyond textbooks and engage with the rhythm and substance of the language in a manageable way. The result is a learning tool that feels less like a lecture and more like a guided tour of the Russian language, building comprehension and confidence with each slow-spoken episode. You can find more resources and episodes on the podcast’s main website.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 119

Slow Russian
Podcast Episodes
64 – Russians invented Tetris [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:37
Hello everyone! Here is the text with translation: Мало кто знает о том, что знаменитая игра Тетрис была изобретена русским программистом Алексеем Пажитновым. Она вышла в свет 6 июня 1984 года в Москве. С тех пор Тетрис…
63 – Where people speak Russian [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 17:59
Где говорят на русском Если вы думаете, что люди говорят на русском языке только в России, то вы глубоко ошибаетесь. Русский язык – это шестой в мире язык по численности говорящих. Количество владеющих русским языком в Р…
62 – Dialogue: Russian stereotypes about Germany [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:21
Today's dialogue is about stereotypes about Germany. *** If you want to support my work, you can do it in one of these ways: Patreon – http://patreon.com/realrussianclub Slow Russian Podcast Transcript and audio download…
61 – Looking around me [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 3:39
Hey guys! Here is what I was saying in this episode: Я сейчас в городе Омске. Я в гостях у своей мамы. Сейчас я сижу в комнате, в спальне. Здесь есть большая кровать. На кровати две подушки и одно большое одеяло. Напроти…
60 – Tourism in Russia [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:40
Today's text and translation: Ежегодно в Россию приезжают миллионы туристов со всего света. Самые любимые места для иностранцев, конечно, две роскошные столицы, Москва и Санкт-Петербург. Кроме того, туристы часто посещаю…
59 – Was Ivan the Terrible terrible? History of Russia. Part 4 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:27
Do you know this crazy Russian tsar? Let's talk about him today! Иван Грозный – одна из самых противоречивых фигур в российской истории. Он правил в середине шестнадцатого века. С одной стороны, это был крайне жестокий и…
58 – Elementary school in Russia [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:18
Full text: Школьное образование в России состоит из начального, среднего и высшего. Сегодня мы поговорим о начальной школе. Она длится 4 года. Дети идут в первый класс в возрасте 6-7 лет. Задача начальной школы – дать ми…
57 – Dialogue: Russian stereotypes about America. BAD stereotypes! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:02
Today's dialogue: Русские стереотипы об Америке. Плохие стереотипы… – Давай поговорим про стереотипы про Америку… – Какие стереотипы про американцев? Ну… Считается, что американцы обычно толстые, прошу прощения… Почему-т…
56 – Back to SLOW Slow Russian [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 6:01
Transcript: Здравствуйте! Меня зовут Даша. Мне 28 (двадцать восемь) лет. Я родилась 23 (двадцать третьего) декабря 1988 (тысяча девятьсот восемьдесят восьмого) года. Я родилась в городе Самара. Это город на реке Волге. П…
55 – Game of thrones in Russia [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:36
Today's text: Сериал «Игра престлов» невероятно популярен в России. Миллионы фанатов во всей стране с нетерпением ждут просмотра новых серий. Премьера 7 сезона прошла на станции метро Маяковская в два часа ночи! Это было…