French
The French program at Saint Joseph College offers the student a maximum of flexibility and individual attention in developing her French skills, knowledge, and interests. The student may pursue French as a minor, a self-designed major, or simply for personal enrichment. French courses meet some general education, and International Studies major requirements. They also follow the ACTFL* National Standards (the 5 C's), helping students learn to Communicate, explore francophone Cultures, make Connections with other disciplines and personal careers, make Comparisons between native and French language and cultures, and use their language skills outside the classroom for personal enjoyment and professional growth.
French Language/Culture minor and French Connections minor
There are two options for achieving a minor:
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French Language/Culture Minor
18 credits of courses offered in French, including evidence of advanced proficiency.
Advanced proficiency may be demonstrated through:
6 credits of course work in French at the 300 level
A foreign study or internship experience that involves advanced level foreign language competency
Proficiency examination -
French Connections Minor
18 credits, including:
9 credits (minimum) of courses offered in French at the Intermediate or Advanced level.
FREN 295: 3-credit French Connections project, related to major or another academic discipline
The remaining 6 credits may be fulfilled either by additional courses offered in French or by completing French-related courses in English (such as FREN 331, FREN/ENG242; FIAR 349; HIST 338), a French-related internship or study abroad experience.
French minors are strongly urged to pursue a study abroad experience (a summer, semester, or year) in a French-speaking country or region.
Contact:
Phone: 860.231.5296
E-mail: kpalmunen@sjc.edu
*American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages
