French for International Relations and Diplomacy

Catalog description

This course focuses on French perspectives of two organizations dedicated to international relations, the United Nations and the European Union. The analysis of both organizations, which have very different goals, institutions, and agendas, lays the groundwork for an exploration of French diplomatic relations. Students engage in two "model UN" and "model EU" activities for increased understanding of the finer points of international relations and diplomacy. Studentsalso write two "notes de synthse," essentially short formal papers summarizing a political situation. One midterm and one final exam. Taught in French.