Department goals: 

• to provide practical training in the basic skills of listening comprehension, speaking, reading and writing
• to promote those values in the liberal arts tradition that derive particularly from the study of language, literature and culture
• to increase understanding of language as structure and process
• to provide an enlightening encounter with cultures and modes of thought different from one's own

   The Department takes its commitment to Teacher Education very seriously as well.  It offers programs that strive to produce graduates who can go into the K-12 classrooms and be "cultural ambassadors" in the broadest sense of those words:  teachers who will be able to impart to their students the language, literature and culture of French- and Spanish-speaking communities abroad. 

   The following pages give detailed information about the major programs.  Please read them carefully and pay particular attention to the attached forms.

Majors: 
    In general, undergraduate majors in French and Spanish must complete 30 semester hours of course work beyond 204.  Course selections are encouraged to ensure balanced preparation in language, literature and culture as a minimum standard for the major.  A wide range of courses covers civilization, several literary periods and genres, and various aspects of second language proficiency.  These courses allow for flexibility in designing programs oriented toward graduate study, teacher licensure or careers in business and government. 

Second Majors: 
    Students who choose French or Spanish as a second major will be required to complete a minimum of 24 semester hours at the 300 level or above.  Course selections are encouraged to ensure balanced preparation in language, literature and culture as a minimum standard for the second major.  Again, flexibility in designing programs oriented toward graduate study, teacher licensure or careers in business or government is facilitated by a wide range of courses. 

Minors: 
    Minors in French or Spanish require 15-21 semester hours and may begin with 204.  There are no specific course requirements for the minor, and programs will be planned in consultation with an advisor to suit the needs of the individual student. 

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    Students wishing to minor in French or Spanish should also make their intentions known to one of the advisors for help in designing their individual program. 

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These are some of the opportunities of special interest to students of French and Spanish:

Programs Abroad: 
    UNCG has affiliations with several academic-year programs in France and Spain.  Interested students should contact their major advisor and the International Programs Center[127 McIver Street, (336) 334-5404, int_programs@uncg.edu or see their Webpage at http://www.uncg.edu/ipg/oip/ as early as possible. 

    A semester exchange program for French students has been established with the Université Haute Bretagne in Rennes, France.  For more details contact the Office of International Programs at 127 McIver Street. 

Summer Study Abroad: 
    A five-week program in Spain features courses in conversation and civilization, offering six semester hours of credit.  The Department also organizes and conducts a four-week summer program in Angers, France.  Contact the Department Office in 321 McIver Building. 

On-Campus Immersion: 
    Students who want to improve their French or Spanish skills can take advantage of the opportunity to live in Phillips/Hawkins Hall. 

Social Activities: 
    Both the Café Causette and The Spanish Club sponsor frequent activities.  Students who participate in these activities meet others who are interested in learning about a different culture. 

Honor Societies: 
    The University has Chapters of the national honoraries, Pi Delta Phi for French and Sigma Delta Pi for Spanish.  Membership is by invitation and possible for students in advanced courses who have achieved excellence in Romance studies. 

Scholarships and Awards: 
    The Department recognizes achievement among French and Spanish students by offering a number of annual scholarships.  These are the Spicer Scholarship, the Miller-Barineau Scholarship, the Hardré Scholarship, the Barney Award and the LaRochelle Scholarship.  Amounts vary.  Visit the webpage: http://www.uncg.edu/rom/scholarship/scholarships.htm and contact the Department Office for further information.

Internships: 
    Paid or unpaid internships requiring foreign language skills are increasingly available.  Consult Kathryn Sack in the Career Services Center, 207 Foust Building, at (336) 334-5454. 

Accelerated B.A./M.B.A.: 
    The accelerated program in French/Spanish/Business Administration provides the opportunity for a student to complete a B.A. in French/Spanish (122 hours) within a four-year period and to shorten the time required to finish the M.B.A.  For further information consult the Undergraduate Bulletin under "Accelerated Master's Programs." 

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