Intensive Writing in French: Timely Topics

3 units

This course enables advanced students to refine and develop their writing skills and to develop specialized vocabularies based upon current issues in the Francophone world chosen in light of their interests (Global Health, International Relations, Anthropology, Political Science, etc.). They will analyze the rhetorical strategies used in contemporary cultural debate and write creative, persuasive, and analytical compositions that prepare them to apply for internships and pursue careers in international medicine, business, law, diplomacy, and the arts. Students will complete a series of short papers, each with required revisions. Meets WI requirement.