Robert F. Byrnes Russian and East European Institute 355 North Eagleson Avenue, Bloomington, IN 47405

The Robert F. Byrnes Russian and East European Institute, located at 355 North Eagleson Avenue in Bloomington, Indiana, is a part of the prestigious Indiana University Bloomington. As a part of the Hamilton Lugar School of Global and International Studies, the institute offers a range of programs to gain a broad understanding of the Russian/East European world region, while also providing opportunities for specialized expertise. Students can choose from various degree programs, including options to combine their master's degree with a degree from one of eight professional schools, or work towards a Ph.D. in the field. The institute also offers summer language learning classes for several languages in the region.

The Robert F. Byrnes Russian and East European Institute has been designated as one of the U.S. Department of Education-funded Title VI National Resource/FLAS Centers for Russia and Eastern Europe, providing students with funding opportunities for studying and research abroad, as well as conference travel. The institute also has an active outreach program that serves various institutions and organizations, and the Russian Studies Workshop focuses on training the next generation of social scientists. With a strong focus on research and education, the institute is a leading institution in the field of Russian and East European studies.