Our Programs
Undergraduate
The French Major is designed to ensure a well-rounded preparation in language, literature, and culture. The programs are balanced and comprehensive, yet they allow students the latitude to explore subjects of special interest to them.
Graduate
The graduate program in French at UNCG offers a balanced course of study in literature, culture and language that has a record of providing excellent preparation for students who intend to pursue a Ph.D. or who wish to teach at the community college or secondary levels.
On-Campus Immersion
Join other LLC Students in a variety of on-campus activities:
- Café Causette
- Global Village
- Pi Delta Phi Honors Society
- French Club
- Internships
Become a Language Teacher
BA in LLC with a concentration in Applied Languages K-12 in French
There is always need for teachers in North Carolina. We get multiple requests for graduates in schools in Guilford County every year.
Contact Dr. Catherine Viano-Laughon (caviano@uncg.edu) for a 1-on-1 advising appointment.
The education portion of the major takes 2 years, beginning in Fall semester, so reach out as soon as possible.
Sample Course Offerings
FRE 101: Beginning French I
Introduction to the French language and the cultures of the French-speaking world. Emphasis on active listening, speaking, writing, and reading, and applied vocabulary.
FRE 301: Bridges to French Literature and Culture
An opportunity to increase proficiency in oral and written language skills while extending knowledge of French literature and contemporary French culture.
FRE 332: contemporary french culture
An introduction to contemporary French thought and cultural practices with a focus on social, cultural, political, and economic components of France.
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Please address all Language Instruction questions to:
catherine viano-laughon
Ph.D., Lecturer of French, Director of French Language Instruction, Coordinator of K-12 Teaching Licensure
Please address all Teaching Licensure questions to:
catherine viano-laughon
Ph.D., Lecturer of French, Director of French Language Instruction, Coordinator of K-12 Teaching Licensure
Please address all Undergraduate questions to:
cybelle mcfadden
Ph.D., Associate Professor of French and Francophone Studies, Director of Undergraduate Studies in LLC, Undergraduate and Graduate Advisor in French
Please address all Graduate questions to:
ignacio lopez
Ph.D., Associate Professor of Spanish, Associate Department Head, Director of Graduate Studies
