Masha is such an amazing TA! As a native speaker, she'll amaze you with both her mastery of English and her ability to communicate clearly in Russian. I've been accustomed to native speakers of foreign languages rattling off improperly in their languages, using common native mistakes. This is not the case with Masha- she's sure to speak flawless Russian. Even if she can't always explain why something is the way it is, she can give the raw information needed for more in-depth analysis. This is ideal for any budding Russian major, but her lack of ability to explain things clearly and properly could be a hindrance for someone not accustomed to grammatical complexity. If you're willing to work, however, and come with a great attitude, Masha has a personality that will light up every hour that you spend with her. Definitely a recommendable instructor for First-Year Russian.