FREN 218 Out of Africa: Diversity, Inclusion, and Exclusion in Francophone Literature and Film
What can French-speaking Africa tell us about racism, xenophobia, injustice, and respect during the colonial and post-colonial periods? What kind of connections can we make to African American culture in the United States? FREN 218 focuses on a selection of texts and films (in English translation) from former French colonies in Northwest and West Africa that describe experiences of discrimination based on language, race, ethnicity, and gender. Particular attention will be paid to the socio-political, cultural, and historical contexts in which each piece was created to challenge ideas about freedom and justice, as well as knowledge and wisdom. Fulfills Explorations in Literature requirement, pending approval.