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Francophone Seminar in Senegal (G)

Senegal -

Tags: Ethnic Studies, French, Global Studies

Description:

This biennial program in Dakar, Senegal, introduces students to Western African culture. Organized by the Lawrence French department in conjunction with the Baobab Center, participants, accompanied by a Lawrence professor, study the French and Wolof languages, Senegalese history and culture, and Francophone African literature and may arrange individual music lessons. The academic program is supplemented by local excursions, a stay in a rural village, and field trips to other parts of the country and region.

Satisfies Requirement(s):

GER Global Diversity

Prerequisites:

Completion of French 202 or the equivalent. The course Destination Dakar is required in the term preceding the seminar term.

For more information:

https://www.lawrence.edu/offices/campus-programs/senegal


Important Details

Duration and Application Information:

Offering Duration: Term
Offering Note: This program is offered in Spring terms of alternating years.
Application deadline in Winter Term the year preceding the seminar term.

Direct admission is not available for this program.

Language(s) of Coursework:

Primary: French
Secondary: Wolof

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