French & Francophone Studies
Around the World
French is much more than France.
French is one of two languages spoken across 5 continents. In addition to English, it's the official language of NATO and one of the six official languages of the United Nations. As of 2024, France is the seventh largest economy in the world and the third largest in Europe. According to the most recent U.S. Census, 1.9 million Americans speak French in the home. French is much more than France; it can help you connect with people and cultures around the world, from Canada to Haiti to Algeria to Cameroon to Switzerland.
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Become a more culturally competent person and expand your horizons with a minor in French.
In-Demand
Employers are looking for language and cultural competency, especially in this global economy.
Study Abroad
Experience a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to immerse yourself in another culture.
Gain Cultural Insight
A minor in French is a way to develop personal as well as professional growth.
Knowing another language and culture enhances your career opportunities—many of our graduates have developed successful careers in many areas of business, service professions and the government. But it does more than provide career opportunities—according to a study by the Academy of Finland, bilingual people demonstrated greater ease in learning and complex thinking, creativity, mental flexibility, interpersonal and communication skills, and even a delay in the onset of age-related mental decline. You’ll constantly use the creative part of your brain and practice skills that can open your mind.
Who Should be a French Minor?
Anyone! If you want practical experience to improve your language skills, our program is right for you. In addition to weekly conversation tables and a hybrid format for courses, our program offers ways to put your skills to the test.
Internships
Forbes reports that around 60% of all internships result in job offers. Get the experience you need to succeed.
French Certificate
The certificate in French improves your language skills through six courses focused on grammar, vocabulary and composition.
French Club
Find your French communauté by joining our French Club. You can practice your skills while meeting like-minded people.
A Program Par Excellence
Whether you take a couple classes in our program, complete the certificate or earn the minor, we're here for you.
Décisions majeures
A minor in French bolster majors like history, humanities, political science, public administration and business administration.
Modern Languages
The French minor is nestled within Modern Languages at UW-Green Bay, with access to resources and professional opportunities.
Placement Testing
If you've taken French in high school, determine what level your French skills are at by taking our Placement Test. That way, you can optimize what classes you're taking with a minor in French.
Where to Start?
Email Professor Jennifer Ham. She is the faculty advisor and coordinator for the French program, and teaches a variety of courses in both modern languages and humanities programs. She wants to hear from you!