French

Multidisciplinary study of the French-speaking cultures of Canada: history, politics, literature, cinema and recent events. Historical survey of French presence in North America. Consideration of the distinct character of Quebec and the important minority regions of francophone Canada (Acadie, Ontario, Western Canada). Reflection on the stakes of language rights, multiculturalism and globalization. Intended primarily for graduates of French immersion programs and for students schooled in French.