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Saule Moldabekova Robb is a Senior Lecturer in the School of International Letters and Cultures at Arizona State University (ASU), where she has taught Russian language and culture since 2007. She also serves as a faculty member in the Barrett Honors College and an affiliate of the Melikian Center. Her roles include developing specialized courses such as Russian Mass Media and Russian for Heritage Speakers.
Education:
- Ph.D. and M.S. in Education, St. Petersburg State University of Culture and Arts, Russia (1989)
- B.A. in Education, Pedagogical Institute of Foreign Languages, Almaty, Kazakhstan (1975)
- Honorary Doctorate in Philology, University of Miras, Kazakhstan
- Professional Development Program in Library and Information Sciences, St. John’s University, New York (1995)
Research Interests: Focuses on heritage and second language pedagogy, particularly theoretical and practical challenges in teaching heritage language learners. Integrates cultural studies into language education, emphasizing Russian sociocultural contexts.
Service & Collaborations:
- Consultant for the Institute of International Education (IIE) and IREX, supporting programs like the Exxon Mobil Russian Scholars Program.
- Member of selection committees for U.S.-Russia Expert Programs and Title VIII initiatives.
- Provided cultural briefings for military and diplomatic delegations, including the Arizona National Guard and Kyrgyzstan Parliament Delegation.
- Resident Director for ASU’s Critical Languages Institute in St. Petersburg, Russia (2016–2019).
Teaching & Courses: Instructs a range of Russian language courses from elementary to advanced levels, including specialized topics in Russian society, media, and cultural history. Frequently coordinates honors thesis supervision and internship programs.
