French and Francophone Studies in Paris

Course of Study, 18 Credits

Students enroll in three courses for a total of 18 credits. All courses count toward the French and Francophone Studies track of the major and the Certificate of Advanced Study; French 208 and 249/349 also count toward the literature track of the French and Francophone Studies major; French 246-07 and French 249-07 (or 349-07) count toward the Concentration in French and Francophone Studies.

FRENCH 208-07: Conversation and Composition (6 Credits)

Focusing on topics of current interest in French society, French 208-07 is designed to help students gain ease and proficiency in spoken and written French. The course will be taught and supervised by local instructors assisted by recent graduates of the Program in French as a Foreign Language at the University of Paris X. In addition to regular in-class activities, the graduate assistants will meet with students for weekly tutorials.
Instructor: French faculty

FRENCH 246-07: City of Wonders: Paris in the Arts (6 Credits)

Home of some of the finest and best known museums in the world, Paris has long been recognized as a center for artistic activity. Students will have the opportunity to study French art of the last two centuries on site. In-class lectures and discussions will be complemented by guided visits to the unparalleled collections of the Louvre, the Musée d’Orsay, the Centre Pompidou, local art galleries, and other appropriate destinations. Special attention will be paid to the program theme.
Instructor: French faculty

FRENCH 249-07/349-07: European Identities: Paris and Berlin (6 Credits)

Paris is a world capital, a crossroads of cultures, races, classes, and languages. This vibrancy is related to France’s central role in the European Union, the evolution of which has produced tremendous changes within its member nations. The transformation of Europe has strained national and regional identities, and this strain can be “read” in various forms of expression, including literature, art, monuments, and public events. Studying the particular cases of Paris and Berlin—a “field trip” to the German capital is planned—students will examine the ways in which France is (re)defining itself within the context of an evolving Europe.
Instructor: Scott Carpenter

Visits and Excursions

Cultural activities, speakers, and excursions within and around the city will supplement course work. Classes are scheduled over four days each week, allowing students ample opportunity to explore the city and its rich cultural resources. In addition, the group will make one or two excursions outside of Paris, including several days in Berlin, Germany.

Eligibility

Students who will have sophomore, junior, or senior status in the 2008-2009 academic year are encouraged to apply. Prerequisite: French 204 or above by spring term 2009. The director reserves the right to require additional study in French before departure.