More than 250 million people around the world speak French. It is known as a language of diplomacy and commerce, and is the official language of many international organizations including the International Olympic Committee, the World Trade Organization and the United Nations.
As a French major, you will become fluent in reading, writing and speaking the language, while also learning about French culture worldwide. The core French courses focus on grammar, composition and conversation, while cultural classes examine topics including:
- French culture through film
- Aspects of French culture
- French civilization
- The French short story
- French theater of the 20th century
- Francophone literature and culture
