French (FRN)
Major or Teaching Requirements
- Thirty-six credits beyond FRN 112 which must include at least four credits from each of these two groups: FRN 301, 371, 372, 377; FRN 350, 354, 355, 356, 360.
- Language proficiency must be demonstrated by passing the Diplôme de Langue or the Diplôme Supérieur de Langue.
- A minimum of one semester of approved international study in a French speaking country.
- Completion of English 200 with a passing grade.
- Write an acceptable reflective paper of moderate length and defend it in open forum.
Majors may earn honors in the department by writing a quality senior thesis and defending it in open forum.
Minor or Teaching Requirements
Twenty-four credits in French which includes one upper-level course in civilization or literature; pass the Certificat d’Études de Français Pratique — Degré II (C.E.F.P. II).
Certificat d’Études de Français Pratique — Degré II (C.E.F.P. II), Diplôme de Langue, Diplôme Supérieur de Langue are diplomas certified by the French Ministry of Education (Alma, Nice and Paris).
| FRN 109-209-*309. | Written French I-II-III | |
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| 4 credits | ||
| FRN 112 for 209; FRN 222 for 309 | ||
| Extensive written work in French. Present tense, passé compose, noun/adjective agreement (FRN 109); application of verb tenses (FRN 209); refined usage of these tenses and extended use of dictation (FRN 309). (Paris) | ||
| FRN 111-112. | Beginning French I-II (AH-4 for 112) | |
| 4 credits each | ||
| FRN 111 or Permission for 112 | ||
| Introduction to French. Primary objective is to help students acquire necessary basic skills: speaking, listening, reading and writing. Secondary objective is to provide insight on French culture and society. (Alma, Nice, Paris) | ||
| FRN 111A. | Beginning French IA | |
| 2 credits | ||
| Seven-week course in which students enter FRN 111 at mid-term. For students who have studied the language but need to reinforce or revive their skills before entering FRN 112. | ||
| FRN 169-*369. | Quebec | |
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4 credits | |
| An introduction to the province of Quebec, designed for students with one year of college French or more. Readings cover the history of the province, its political struggles, and its artistic expression. Includes a visit to Montreal, and extended stay at Laval University, museum visitations, and limited excursions. (FRN 169 is a Quill 1 course; FRN 369 is a Quill 2 course.) Spring Term. | ||
| FRN 170-*370. | Paris in May (AH-4) | |
| 4 credits | ||
| Provides two academic components: language study and French culture. Students attend a regular language class through Alma College at the Alliance Français (any level) and study cultural history of Paris through selected readings, directed visits and shows. Spring Term. | ||
| FRN 207. | French Conversation II | |
| 2 credits | ||
| Extensive class discussion, oral reports, summaries of selected readings and viewing materials to develop fluency in oral expression and comprehension. Reading and discussion of numerous topics, which change each year. May be repeated for up to four credits. Does not count toward major or minor. (Alma) | ||
| FRN 208-*308-*408. | Oral French | |
| 2-4 credits | ||
| Summaries and oral reports on various reading materials to develop proficiency in oral expression. Level of study corresponds to the grammar course in which student enrolls. (Paris) | ||
| FRN 221-222. | Intermediate French I-II (AH-4) | |
| 4 credits each | ||
| FRN 112 or Placement | ||
| Systematic study of grammar and further development of speaking and writing skills through readings and discussions. (Alma, Nice, Paris) | ||
| FRN 221A. | Intermediate French IA (AH-4) | |
| 2 credits | ||
| Placement or Permission | ||
| Seven-week course in which students enter FRN 221 at mid-term. For students who have studied the language but need to reinforce or revive their skills before entering FRN 222. | ||
| FRN 223-224. | French Language and Culture I-II | |
| 4 credits each | ||
| Placement | ||
| Designed for students who have completed second year college French but whose language skills need strengthening before they enter level-three courses at the Alliance Française. (Nice, Paris) | ||
| FRN 255. | French Literature in Translation (AH-2) | |
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4 credits | |
| A study of representative literary works in translation from the French canon. Readings/lecture/discussion in English. | ||
| FRN *301. | Current Issues | |
| 4 credits | ||
| Advanced composition and conversation. Contemporary French social problems contrasted with those of the U.S. using newspapers, magazines and TV broadcasts. (Alma) | ||
| FRN *315-415. | Commercial French I and II | |
| 4 credits each | ||
| Placement | ||
| Study of business French for commercial communication with the French-speaking world. Enrollment level contingent upon passing a language placement exam in September or January. Three-month long enrollment: October-December; January-March; April-June. Students can earn Alliance certificates and may sit for exams given by the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Paris in January and June: the Diplôme Superieur de Français des Affaires I (FRN 315) — II (FRN 415). (Paris) | ||
| FRN *321. | French Composition and Conversation | |
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4 credits | |
| FRN 222 | ||
| Advanced composition and conversation with extensive writing and emphasis on speaking skills. Includes reading, discussions and debate on a wide variety of cultural topics. (Alma) | ||
| FRN *323-*324. | Advanced Composition and Conversation I-II | |
| 4 credits each | ||
| Placement | ||
| Conversation and composition in French on geographical, historical, literary and other aspects of French civilization. (Nice, Paris) | ||
| FRN *325-*326. | Advanced Composition and Conversation III-IV | |
| 4 credits each | ||
| Placement | ||
| Designed for students who have completed third year college French but whose language skills need strengthening before they enter level-four courses at the Alliance Français. (Nice, Paris) | ||
| FRN *350. | Study in French Literature (AH-2) | |
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4 credits | |
| Permission | ||
| Studies in literature which emphasize different centuries, genres or themes. May be taken more than once for credit. (Alma) | ||
| FRN *354. | From La Belle Époque to the 1990s (AH-2) | |
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4 credits | |
| Permission | ||
| Study of major literary movements and authors of the 20th century. (Alma) | ||
| FRN *355-*356. | History of French Literature I-II (AH-2) | |
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4 credits each | |
| Permission | ||
| Study in French literature from its origins to the late 20th century. Readings from significant works of each literary period. (Alma) | ||
| FRN *360. | Francophone Literature (AH-2) | |
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4 credits | |
| Studies in French-speaking, non-European countries' literatures. Addresses Afro-French literature, French-Caribbean literature, or French-Canadian literature. (Alma) | ||
| FRN *371-*372. | History of French Civilization I-II (AH-4) | |
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4 credits each | |
| Permission | ||
| Introduction to French civilization and culture. Political, social and religious institutions; art, architecture, music and literature. French civilization to 1715 (FRN 371); and from 1715 to present (FRN 372). (Alma) | ||
| FRN *377. | Studies in French Film | |
| 4 credits | ||
| FRN 222 | ||
| Studies in French film, emphasizing the critical analysis of technical and artistic applications, socio-historical contexts and directors' personal styles. (Alma) | ||
| FRN *380. | Topics in French Language, Literature and Civilization (AH-4) | |
| 4 credits | ||
| Various topics such as Afro-French literature and culture, the French novel, the short story, French literary criticism and theory, study of individual authors, social structures in modern France, the press in France, the French educational system, modern French art and others. (Alma) | ||
| FRN *415. | Commercial French II | |
| 4 credits | ||
| FRN 324 | ||
| Study of business French for commercial communication with the French-speaking world. Designed to prepare students for the Diplôme de Français des Affaires 2eme degré. (Paris) | ||
| FRN *421-*422. | Advanced Syntax I-II | |
| 4 credits each | ||
| FRN 324 or Placement | ||
| French literary styles. Textual analyses and oral reports on related topics to develop precision in expression. (Nice, Paris) | ||
| FRN *495. | Senior Thesis Part I | |
| 1 credit | ||
| Prior to enrollment in FRN 500. Designed to set the preliminary work toward the senior thesis in motion. Students will be required to work on a bibliography, outline, and prospectus of the forthcoming thesis. (Alma) | ||
| FRN *499. | Independent Study | |
| 4 credits | ||
| Senior Standing and Permission | ||
| FRN *500. | Senior Thesis | |
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4 credits | |