Department of Romance Languages

Study Abroad - France

Spring term 2005 in France

French 172 (6 credits) - Supervised study abroad for beginners

Prerequisites : French 112, good standing as full-time Washington and Lee student.

Completion of this course with a grade of B- or above will satisfy the Gen Ed language requirement [GE2].

French 212 (6 or 3-3) - Supervised Study abroad

Prerequisites : French 162, good standing as full-time Washington and Lee student.

Students of French and Romance Languages at all levels are encouraged to apply. Non-majors with some knowledge of French are welcome. The six credits awarded may be split between French and another area (with the other department’s authorization).

Five weeks on the Riviera, in Nice, attending classes at the French language school France-Langue and living with French hosts, and the last week practicing what you have learned in Paris.

A minimum of 10 students is required.

Projected costs, not including the airfare from the United States to France are :

$4,595 for the French 172 part of the program (20 hours of weekly instruction at France-Langue).

$4,145 for the French 212 part of the program (15 hours of weekly instruction at France-Langue).

For more information, please contact Professor Frégnac-Clave, Tucker 205 (X 8819 ; email : fregnac-clavef@wlu.edu).

Description of the program:

At Washington and Lee:

During the Winter term preceding the trip, you will meet with the French native assistant twice a month for conversation practice. In addition, it is highly recommended that you take a course in French, at your current level, during the Winter semester.

In Nice:

- Intensive language classes at France-Langue. Each students gets at least three hours (four in Fren 172) per day of instruction in a group of 8 to 12 people. Lessons include the explanation and practice of grammar structures, and communicative exercises aimed at expanding vocabulary and developing the students’ competence in French.

- Excursions to local places of interest (mandatory)

- Opportunities to explore on your own

- Housing with a French family (room, breakfast and one meal).

In Paris:

- Tours of various neighborhoods in the city

- Visits of historical monuments and museums in Paris and its surroundings

- Attendance to a play

- Lodging in a French hotel

While in Paris, students will keep a journal to record their experiences and their impressions.

Evaluation:

Your performance will be evaluated by France-Langue through weekly assessments and a final exam. That grade will constitute 70% of your grade for the course. The remaining 30% will be assessed by the accompanying professor, and based on your participation in the group outings, your journal and a final interview.

Instructions to apply:

Pick up a student application form at Center for International Education, and submit it, duly filled, by Thursday, October 28.

Please Note: Honor Scholarships and Guaranteed Grants (those that cover tuition, tuition/room/board) do not extend to cover expenses for Spring Term Abroad Programs. You must apply separately for Spring term financial help. If you plan to participate in the Spring Term Abroad Program and will need financial assistance, go to the Financial Aid Office as soon as possible. You must verify with the Financial Aid Office that you have the required forms on file. Written notification of financial aid awards will be sent prior to Thanksgiving break if files are complete by November 8, 2004.

Timeline:

Oct 20th Mandatory Student information meeting

Oct 28th Students submit application to the Center for International Education (CIE) , 21 University Place by 4:00 PM

Nov 4th Program Directors send course acceptance notification to students and CIE

Nov 8th Students submit Fin. Aid application to Financial Aid Off

Nov15th Financial Aid notifies students and CIE of awards

Dec1st Students submit Agreement of Responsible Travel form and non-refundable deposit of 10% of course cost due to CIE by 4:00 PM

Jan 14th Last day for students to withdraw from program before incurring responsibility for full program costs. After this date refunds or waiver of program fees are made only in the case of medical emergency or program cancellation.

Other relevant information:

Please visit the International Education Website to read about application forms, travel documents, required Agreement for Responsible Travel, and other important information

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