FREN 250 - France Today: The French People and Their Culture

Credit(s): 3
Lecture Hours: 3
Lab Hours: 0
When Offered: As Needed

An interdisciplinary study of the French people today, with emphasis on their life-styles, customs, mentality and overall culture. Discussion of current trends in French politics, education, media, religion and literature and the arts (including popular culture) especially as they illustrate important cultural values and attitudes. Consideration of France’s cultural influence on selected areas of the francophone world (e. g. , sub-Saharan Africa and Quebec). Taught in English.