French 276 - FRANCOPHONE AFRICA

From the Mediterranean rim to the Atlantic coast, from the center of the continent to the Indian Ocean islands, Francophone Africa presents a rich diversity of socio-historic, economic, and political situations. Through case studies, this course proposes an exploration of Francophone African cultures in three eras: colonialism, independence, and post-democracy. Focus will be on themes such as nation, agriculture, democracy, globalization, migration, and conflict. Prerequisites: one course beyond FRN 230 or permission of the instructor. (E)