My current research investigates animal knowledge in the discourses and practices of contemporary philosophy, science and popular knowledge. It brings together both modern and nonmodern traditions and evaluates their contributions to the field of Animal Studies as well as our everyday life. My second area of research at the moment focuses on the recent application of relational thinking (network theory) to Literary studies and to humanities in general.
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Contemporary trauma studies, Animal Studies, Relational thinking (Network Theory), Eco-criticism, Literature and the Environment, Sociology of science (Latour and Stengers)
FREN 3100 - Introduction to Critical Reading and Writing in French Literature
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Spring 2018 / Fall 2018 / Fall 2019 / Spring 2020 / Fall 2020 / Fall 2021 / Fall 2022 / Fall 2024
An exploration of important moments in French culture and history as represented in major works of fiction, poetry, and drama. Emphasis on refining critical thought through compositions and oral expression in French.
FREN 3120 - Main Currents of French Literature 2
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Spring 2021
A survey of important texts and artistic movements from the nineteenth century to the present that inform the contemporary French and Francophone world. Students will become familiar with the intellectual history crucial to understanding the present moment.
FREN 3500 - French Current Events: Conversation and Composition
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Spring 2019 / Spring 2022 / Spring 2023
Establishes a solid foundation of contemporary French civic and cultural life through the study of film, journalism, and other current media. Focuses on presentations, debates, discussions, readings and written work. Taught in French.
FREN 4110 - French Special Topics
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Spring 2021
Topics vary each semester. Consult the online Schedule Planner for specific topics. See also FREN 4120.
FREN 4120 - French Special Topics
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Fall 2024
Topics vary each semester. Consult the online Schedule Planner for specific topics. See also FREN 4110.
FREN 4700 - Encountering Animals: Contemporary Discourse and the Dialog of Species
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Spring 2018 / Spring 2019 / Spring 2020 / Fall 2020 / Fall 2021 / Fall 2022 / Fall 2023
Explores Western philosophy and literature recent challenges to species' differences and human privileges and includes contemporary theory, novels as well as movies and other cultural artifacts. Themes include animal representations in today's culture, animal and human bond, animal welfare, post-humanism. Taught in English. Approved for the Animal Studies Certificate. Same as AHUM 4700.
FREN 4990 - Senior Seminar
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Spring 2019 / Spring 2021 / Fall 2022 / Fall 2023 / Fall 2024
Preparation of a 15-page research paper in French presented to two members of the department faculty and defended orally in class. Recommended prerequisite: at least one course numbered FREN 4100 or above and all third-year requirements and advisor consent.
FREN 5110 - French Special Topics
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Fall 2018 / Fall 2019 / Fall 2023
Different topics are offered and, in a number of cases, cross-listed with other departments. May be repeated up to 6 total credit hours on different topics.
FREN 5120 - French Special Topics
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Spring 2021 / Spring 2022
Different topics are offered and, in a number of cases, cross-listed with other departments. May be repeated up to 6 total credit hours on different topics.
FREN 5450 - Proust and Modernity
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Spring 2023
Introduces Proust's masterwork "In Search of Lost Time" in its English translation. The class offers an overview of the work's structure, themes and context. Particular attention is given to Proust's role as a major theoretician of modernity in philosophy, literature and visual arts. Formerly offered as a special topics course.
