Dr. Azade Ayse Rorlich

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Biography

Professor Rorlich studies Russian Eurasian social cultural history, focusing on the Turkic Muslim peoples of Russia. Her special research interests include social history, identity discourse of Muslim modernizers, and visual culture within this demographic. She continues to explore the impact of religion and gender on identity construction, addressing the challenges presented by cultural and political interactions in Muslim communities. Rorlich's notable publications include works on the visual culture of Volga Tatars and women's roles in late imperial Russia, as well as participation in film festivals highlighting Islamic cultural narratives.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor Emerita

1976-01-01 — Present

University of Southern California • Los Angeles, CA

Research focus includes the social history of Muslim women in late imperial Russia and the cultural landscape of post-Soviet Turkic republics.

Requirements for University of Southern California

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
GRE General
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Math, or Hard Science
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Personal Statement
  • Resume/CV
  • Letters of Recommendation (not required for MS CS, but allowed)
Specialization Notes

GRE is NOT required for Master's applicants for 2025-2026.