The request to Establish a Minor in Francophone Studies

Date: March 26, 2013
To: College of Liberal Arts & Sciences
From: Office of Academic Affairs
Approved On: March 7, 2013
Approved by: Undergraduate Course and Curriculum Committee
Implementation Date: Summer 2013

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MINOR IN FRANCOPHONE STUDIES

The minor in Francophone Studies allows students interested in topics related to the French-speaking world the opportunity to acquire a basic level of cultural competency by taking courses taught in English and offered across a range of disciplines, including but not limited to Africana Studies, Film, History, Latin American Studies, Languages and Culture Studies, Philosophy and Women’s Studies. In addition to fostering critical thinking and other transferable skills, the broad base of knowledge about Francophone-related topics that students acquire in this minor positions them to work for companies and agencies that serve the growing Francophone population in our region and worldwide. Career possibilities include: 1) the foreign service, the military and other governmental agencies; 2) non-governmental organizations with an emphasis on international or cross-cultural orientations; 3) international business.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Students declaring a minor in Francophone Studies must meet all requirements for undergraduate admission to the university.

TOTAL HOURS REQUIRED

Students must complete a minimum of 15 credit hours in courses approved for Francophone Studies credit.

STUDY ABROAD EXPERIENCE

Courses taken while studying abroad may count toward the Francophone Studies minor. To learn more about our programs in Martinique and Limoges, France, please contact the program director.

FOREIGN LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT

Students must demonstrate linguistic competency equivalent to three semesters of French language (FREN 2200, 2201, 2210 or equivalent) prior to completion of the minor.

CURRICULUM

CORE COURSE

FRAN 2200 (x FREN 2209 / LACS 3050) – French Civilization (3 hours)

ELECTIVE COURSES

Students must choose four of the following electives, three of which must be taken at the 3000-level or above. Courses may be repeated with a change of topic. (12 hours)

FRAN 2050 – Topics in Francophone Studies

FRAN 3001 – Advanced Topics in Francophone Studies (Economy and Society)

FRAN 3002 – Advanced Topics in Francophone Studies (Historical Context)

FRAN 3003 – Advanced Topics in Francophone Studies (Arts and Literature)

FRAN 3004 – Advanced Topics in Francophone Studies (Film)

FRAN 3005 – Advanced Topics in Francophone Studies (Philosophy and Intellectual History)

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

FRAN 2200 – French Civilization. (3) (W) Cross-listed as FREN 2209. A study of the French people, past and present, with emphasis on cross-cultural contrasts in attitudes and values. This course will fulfill the core course requirement for the Francophone Studies Minor. Course conducted in English. (Fall / Spring)

FRAN 2050 – Topics in Francophone Studies. (3) Analysis of a selected topic related to France or to the Francophone world. This course will fulfill an elective in the Francophone Studies Minor requirement. May not be repeated for credit. Course conducted in English. (On demand)

FRAN 3001 – Advanced Topics in Francophone Studies (Economy and Society). (3) Analysis of a selected topic related to Francophone Studies. This course will fulfill an elective in the Francophone Studies Minor requirements. The particular topic of the course may vary from semester to semester. May be repeated for credit with change of topic. Course conducted in English. (On demand)

FRAN 3002- Advanced Topics in Francophone Studies (Historical Context). (3) Analysis of a selected topic related to Francophone Studies. This course will fulfill an elective in the Francophone Studies Minor requirements. The particular topic of the course may vary from semester to semester. May be repeated for credit with change of topic. Course conducted in English. (On demand)

FRAN 3003 – Advanced Topics in Francophone Studies (Arts and Literature). (3) Analysis of a selected topic related to Francophone Studies. This course will fulfill an elective in the Francophone Studies Minor requirements. The particular topic of the course may vary from semester to semester. May be repeated for credit with change of topic. Course conducted in English. (On demand)

FRAN 3004 – Advanced Topics in Francophone Studies (Film). (3) Analysis of a selected topic related to Francophone Studies. This course will fulfill an elective in the Francophone Studies Minor requirements. The particular topic of the course may vary from semester to semester. May be repeated for credit with change of topic. Course conducted in English. (On demand)

FRAN 3005 – Advanced Topics in Francophone Studies (Philosophy and Intellectual History). (3) Analysis of a selected topic related to Francophone Studies. This course will fulfill an elective in the Francophone Studies Minor requirements. The particular topic of the course may vary from semester to semester. May be repeated for credit with change of topic. Course conducted in English. (On demand)