French

This course focuses on developing the speaking and listening skills of students of French. Students will acquire the language structures and vocabulary to interact with fluent or native speakers of French on a variety of topics without strain for either party. 

3 CreditsH,I,CS,SWGLSPRE-REQ: FR 210 or equivalent. 

This course, which is instructed in French, serves to reinforce the fundamental grammar that students have studied previously, to introduce new grammar content, and to delve more deeply into grammar topics. Students will study grammar rules and guidelines and will also contextualize and understand them through a look at real-world use of language structures. As they study a formal language system, students will use deductive and inductive reasoning to predict which forms are correct. They will also work to improve their ability to communicate and interact effectively in French. Intermediate French proficiency strongly recommended.

3 CreditsWK-FR

An overview of the French culture and civilization in language, art, literature, history, and ideas. 

3 CreditsH,I,CSPrerequisites: FR210 or equivalent. 

An in-depth introduction to the history and influence of French culture outside Europe. Students will gain a general knowledge of contemporary Francophone cultures that exist throughout the world. 

3 CreditsH,I,CSPrerequisite: FR210 or equivalent. 

This course examines the question of the American experience of Sub-Saharan African migrants, how the US experience impacts their identity, and issues/challenges of diversity through selected works by Sub-Saharan African authors. We will explore following questions: What can the selected works tell us about the dimensions of diversity and immigration in social, cultural, political, or historical contexts to understand the lived experiences of African migrants within the United States? How does diversity shape the US experience and engage us as a society in fostering/resisting individual and collective wellbeing? Instruction is in English.

3 CreditsSW-USPre- or Corequisite: FYC-101

Allows departments to offer subjects not normally taught. 

1-3 Credits Prerequisites and fees vary by topic. 

An overview of the history of French Cinema and various schools of film analysis. Participants in this course view and analyze major examples of French cinema from its origins to today. Discussions are in English. Papers may be written in English or French.

4 CreditsF,I,H,CW 

This course introduces high-intermediate and advanced students of French to the formal technics and art of written translation. 

3 CreditsH,I,CWStudents must have completed two 200 level courses taught in French or have instructor permission prior to enrollment. 

Provides courses not covered by the regular offerings. These are developed to meet the needs of students of advanced standing and included themes in Medieval & Renaissance Literature and French Women Writers.

1-4 Credits