| Abstract: | F45/45W French Civilization. This course satisfies the Cultures and Values (CV) and European Traditions (ET) areas of the PLAS requirement. Students will examine original source materials in order to understand the origins and evolution of French cultural values and practices. They will examine and discuss French cultural products and practices from a variety of areas, including journalism, the arts, education, legislation, religion, food, business, politics, and sports. Among topics to be considered are: the role of minorities and marginalized groups, the evolution of FranceЄs relationship with its former colonies through La Francophonie, and the intersection of French culture with European and world cultures. At the end of the course, students will be able to identify, describe, and analyze relationships between French values, institutions, and cultural production. This is a variable content course and may focus on specific topics or historical periods. French 45 (French Civilization) may be taught as a Writing Intensive (W) course |