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WLFR
31 courses with the subject WLFR, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
WLFR 101Elementary French I ()3
First in a four-course sequence to develop language skills. Oral and written practice in classroom and language laboratory. Readings in French culture and civilization. Typically offered in Fall, Spring, and Summer
Continuation of WLFR 101 with intensive practice in spoken French. Readings in French culture and civilization. Typically offered in Fall, Spring, and Summer
Third of four consecutive courses to develop skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing. Readings and discussions of French culture, civilization and literature. Typically offered in Fall, Spring, and Summer
WLFR 212French: Language, Culture, and Technology (3
hours) A study of the language structures and vocabulary necessary for an intermediate level of communication in French together with cultural and technological issues of our global society, in the context of the French- speaking world and the European Union. Students are responsible for providing their own transportation for required field trip. Fulfills th WLFR 201 requirement. GEP Global Knowledge, GEP Interdisciplinary Perspectives Typically offered in Fall only
WLFR 302Survey of French Literature from Romanticism to3
the Contemporary Period 3 WLFR 492 Seminar in French Studies 3 3 WLGE 320 Introduction to German Literature 3 3 WLGE 323 Twentieth Century German Literature 3 3 WLGE 325 German Lyric Poetry 3 3 WLHU 301 Twentieth Century Hindi & Urdu Fiction 3 3 WLHU 302 Modern Hindi & Urdu Poetry 3
Study of major forms of written and oral business communication used in the French-speaking world. Extensive work with current, culturally authentic materials. Emphasis on development of practical communicative skills, with special attention to cross-cultural comparisons of French and American business practices and modes of communication. This course is offered alternate even years
Business French vocabulary and concepts with emphasis on cultural differences and their importance in the new global village business world. Typically offered in Fall only
WLFR 308Advanced Conversation: Contemporary French
Cultures (3 credit hours) Conversation and reading emphasizing idiomatic and practical usage with attention to contemporary civilization and cultures of the French speaking world. Emphasis on social structures, political features, events, world views and modes of communication. Typically offered in Fall and Spring
e A study of the oral production of standard French with the aim of improving pronunciation, fluency and skill in communication. Extensive oral practice through conversation and phonetics. Typically offered in Fall and Spring
An in-depth study of French written communication at the advanced level, including the more advanced aspects of the French grammar with extensive writing practice serving a variety of practical communicative needs. e Prerequisite: WLFR 202 Typically offered in Fall only
French civilization and culture from its origins to the modern period. Reading and discussion of the social, cultural, economic and political structures of France, including its geography, history, music, art and national consciousness. GEP Global Knowledge, GEP Humanities Typically offered in Fall and Spring
Survey of the major contributions of French cinema from its origins to the present. Attention to film as an artistic medium and to the cinematic representation of French history and culture. Reading, discussion, and viewing of films including Un Chien Andalou, La Passion de Jeanne d'Arc, Le Retour de Martin Guerre, La Marseillaise, Les 400 Coups, and Diva. GEP Global Knowledge, GEP Visual and Performing Arts Typically offered in Spring only
An approach to important periods in the history of French culture through the reading of texts by several important writers. Films, slides, painting, music, and the Internet will be included to put the readings in a cultural context. Typically offered in Fall and Spring This course is offered alternate years
3 Francophone World 3 WLFR 492 Seminar in French Studies 3 3 WLFR 502 Variety in Language: French 3 3 WLFR 511 Approaches to French Translation 3 6 WLFR 516 Art and Society in France 3
A small-group study of a topic in literature resulting in either a substantial essay or series of essays by each student. Topics vary each semester. Typically offered in Fall and Spring
Structure and evolution of the French language. A study of language variety in the French-speaking world. Attention to the historical evolution of the language through time, and an analysis of the phonological, morphological and syntactic features of modern French. Use of the World Wide Web will enable students to access material from many parts of the Globe. Course taught in French. Typically offered in Spring only This course is offered alternate even years
Intensive practice of translating to and from French a variety of texts selected from the areas of business, law, technology and science, as well as literature and the arts. Focus on Documentation, Research and Translation techniques and ethics.Course taught in French. Credit not allowed for both 411 & 511. Typically offered in Fall only
An overview of the visual arts in France, defined broadly, and their relationship to French society and culture: painting, architecture, photography, cinema, book production, gardens, fashion, cuisine, television, popular culture, and mass media will be studied.Course taught in French. Typically offered in Spring only
WLFR 520Approaches to Literary Theory and Culture (3
hours) A survey of literary theory in the 20th century with a particular focus on French thought and culture and French literary history. Examines the virtues and pitfalls of these approaches to the study of culture and literature. A course on issues, concepts, theorists and the social, historical and political context in which the theorists are writing. Taught in French. No formal pre-requisites. However, some advanced literature background is recommended. Restriction: Graduate Standing Typically offered in Fall only This course is offered alternate even years
Seminar on literary, linguistic, or cultural topic in French studies. Research paper and oral presentation required. Conducted entirely in French. Rotating topics. Credit allowed for both 492 and 592 if topics are distinct. Typically offered in Fall and Spring
At least one 400-level French class or Graduate standing
WLFR 595Special Topics in French ()3-6
In depth exploration of specialized topics in French literature, culture or language. Also used to test and develop new courses. Course taught in French. Typically offered in Fall and Spring
Individualized study in French language or literature at the graduate level. Topic and mode of study to be determined in consultation with the faculty member supervising work. Typically offered in Spring only
Individual project in French language or literature at the graduate level. Topic and mode of study to be determined in consultation with student's project advisory committee within the parameters of specific options. Typically offered in Fall and Spring
Student must be in final semester of his or her program.
WLFR 688Non-Thesis Masters Continuous Registration - Half Time
Registration (1 credit hours) For students in non-thesis master's programs who have completed all credit hour requirements for their degree but need to maintain half-time continuous registration to complete incomplete grades, projects, final master's exam, etc. Typically offered in Fall only ld Languages - French (WLFR) 3