French is spoken by almost 280 million people in the Caribbean, Europe, North America, sub-Saharan and North Africa, the Middle East, and Southwest Asia. Indeed, French is the fifth most spoken language in the world and it is an official language in 29 countries. Because of its historical, political, and cultural importance, French can offer opportunities in multiple careers and fields, including education, business, fashion, the arts, international politics, communications, and tourism.

Our department offers classes of French at the elementary, intermediate, and advanced levels.

LANG 105: Elementary French I
This course provides the essentials of basic communication in French, with primary emphasis on oral communication (speaking and understanding oral speech). It is recommended for students with little or no previous knowledge of French.

LANG 106: Elementary French II
This course is a continuation of LANG 105 (Elementary French I).

LANG 201: Intermediate French I
This is a continued study of the French language. Speaking and reading practices are emphasized through communicative activities, selected readings, and classroom discussions.

LANG 202: Intermediate French II
This course provides intensive practice in oral and written communication through readings, compositions, and classroom discussions.

LANG 312: Contemporary French Culture
This course offers a study of the institutions and culture of modern France through periodicals, essays, films, and literature. All lectures, readings, discussions, and reports are in French.

LANG 322: Advanced French Conversation
This course provides intensive practice in conversation in French on selected and varied topics at an advanced level.