French

Introduction to basic skills to communicate about personal and everyday topics and exploration of cultural diversity within the contemporary French-speaking world. For students with no prior knowledge of French. Does satisfy the Arts and Humanities language requirement. Fall, Spring, Summer.

Introduction to basic skills to communicate about personal and everyday topics, including informal conversations with native speakers, finding information in newspapers and on Internet sites, and exploring the contemporary French-speaking world. For students with little or no prior knowledge of French.

Development of skills to communicate about personal and everyday topics, including informal conversations with native speakers, finding and reading information in newspapers and on Internet sites, and exploring contemporary issues in the French-speaking world. Students should have prior knowledge of basic French.

Study of selected topics in French. May be repeated as topics change. Occasionally.

Selected readings in French from literary texts, scholarly journals, magazines, newspapers, and websites. Class discussions are mainly in English. This course meets the Arts and Humanities language requirement and does not count for the French major. Students should have an elementary knowledge of French. Fall, Spring.

Development of skills to converse with native speakers, explore contemporary issues in the French-speaking world, narrate events in present and past tenses, and read newspapers, websites, and short fiction with a dictionary. Students should have prior knowledge of elementary French.

Advanced development of writing and speaking skills to discuss contemporary issues in the French-speaking world; read newspapers, websites, and short fiction; and understand French films. Students should have intermediate-level knowledge of French.

An exploration of Franco-American culture through the lens of gender. Topics will include family structure, employment, migration patterns, Franco-American contributions to literature and music, and the factors contributing to making this ethnic minority an "invisible" population. Readings and discussion in English. Counts toward the French major, the American Studies major, and the Women's Studies minor. Does not satisfy the Arts and Humanities language requirement. Fall, even years.

Study of a selected topic in French. May be repeated as topics change. Occasionally.

An opportunity for a qualified student to explore work in an area of individual interest, selected and pursued in consultation with a faculty member. Consent required of the instructor who will supervise the independent study and the appropriate divisional dean. May be repeated for a total of 8 credits.

The vocabulary of spoken French and guided practice to increase oral proficiency. Prerequisite: FR 202 or permission of instructor. Fall.

Study and practice of French writing styles for various purposes: journals, letters, essays, and creative pieces. Prerequisite: FR 3l5 or permission of instructor. Spring.

A study of various critical approaches to French literature conducted in French. Prerequisite: FR 315 or permission of instructor. Fall, alternate years.

Backgrounds in French civilization and culture stressing major themes and topics necessary for understanding the contemporary Francophone world. Conducted in French. Students should have an advanced command of written and spoken French. Spring, alternate years.

Maximum of 18 credits per semester Study in a College-approved program. May be used to meet the Arts and Humanities language requirement. Students must meet with Modern Languages faculty for preapproval of their program of study and for an exit interview upon their return. Fall, Spring.

Advanced study of syntax, semantics, and lexicon based on actual usage in the contemporary Francophone world. Prerequisite: FR 315 or equivalent. Occasionally.

A study of contemporary French grammar and a treatment of the typical pitfalls for nonnative users of French. Prerequisite: FR 405 or permission of instructor. Occasionally.

Study of a selected topic in French at an advanced level. May be repeated as topics change.

The capstone experience for French majors. Topics based on needs and interests of the group. Prerequisites: FR 405 and senior status. Spring.

Intensive study of some aspect of French language, literature, or culture adapted to the student's needs. May be repeated for a total of 8 credits. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.