Régions de France et environement global / French Regional Culture and Global Environment

This course proposes a study of French regions from the point of view of interaction between people and nature, as a dialogue between economic, social, and cultural actors has become increasingly necessary for a better quality of life. After studying national and regional development, we will focus on regional architecture, gastronomy, and wine; this course is also designed to help students understand and read natural and urbal landscapes. Students make oral presentations on particular aspects of the regions studied, using documents provided by the professor or to be found in the College library and on the Internet. Student papers and oral presentations will deal with particular aspects of the regions studied, using documents provided by the professor or to be found in the College library and on the Internet.