(3-6 credits)
Immersion Experience
The French, German, and Spanish Summer Institutes have a dual purpose. Their first goal is to enable interested individuals to improve their proficiency in French, German, or Spanish and to increase their knowledge of French, Germanic, and Hispanic studies; it is possible to enroll in the program for one summer term only. Their secondary goal is to enable individuals who may not be able to enroll in a regular graduate program for professional reasons to earn an M.A. in French or Spanish over 3-5 summers, or a graduate minor in German, depending on transfer credit and/or the choice of a minor field. The French, German, and Spanish Summer Institutes follow the immersion principle, as participants speak the target language for 2-4 weeks. Students may combine summer courses and courses taken during the fall and spring semesters in order to complete their degree faster.
Admission Requirements
1. 12 credit hours of French, German, or Spanish at the advanced level (beyond FREN, GERM, or SPAN 2050).
2. Admission to UNT Graduate School for M.A. program (or non-degree status for up to 12 graduate credit hours).
Course Requirements for the M.A. in French or Spanish
Two options are available:
1. Thesis option: 30 semester hours in French or Spanish (or including a minor) plus 6 hours of thesis: 4 summers plus thesis.
2. Non-thesis option: 36 semester hours in French or Spanish (without thesis): 4 summers at UNT, plus a combination of the following options: 6 hours in France or Spain, 6 hours in absentia, 6 hours by transfer credit, 6 hours in a secondary field (minor).
Note: Students may combine summer courses and courses taken during the fall and spring semesters in order to complete their degree faster.
Summer Sessions at UNT
-Immersion principle
-4 hours of coursework in the morning
-Lunch with a teaching assistant (native speaker), Monday-Friday
-Cultural activities with a teaching assistant, workshops of a pedagogical nature, or seminars in the afternoon
Summer Study in France or Spain (optional)
One summer session may be spent at the University of Strasbourg, France (4-week seminar for teachers in July) or in Madrid, Spain (5 weeks from early July to mid-August) as part of the program. Students usually receive an International Scholarship from the UNT. Upon successful completion of the coursework in France or Spain, students receive 6 graduate credits at UNT. However, the first summer of study must take place at UNT, so that participants may become fully familiar with the program and establish their degree plan. For participation in this program, please contact Dr. Christophe Chaguinian at christophe.chaguinian@unt.edu for French or Dr. Will Derusha for Spanish at will.derusha@unt.edu.
Teaching Positions in France
Students enrolled in the M.A. in French who have completed a year in residence at UNT as Graduate Assistants, or who have teaching experience at the secondary level may apply for a teaching position in France as a Teaching Assistant at the École Supérieure de Commerce International du Pas-de-Calais (http://www.escip.fr) or as a Lecturer at the University of Tours. The salary covers some living expenses in France for the academic year and full benefits in some cases. For participation in this program, please contact Dr. Christophe Chaguinian at christophe.chaguinian@unt.edu.
Curriculum
4 summers of coursework are required in order to earn 24 credits: each summer, two graduate courses are offered Monday through Friday, for a total of 6 credits. Courses are offered in four areas of study: advanced language and linguistics, culture/civilization, literature, and teaching methodology. Course offerings are different every year, following a four-year sequence. They are designed to provide a well-rounded background in French or Spanish. Although they will answer the direct needs of teachers, they also address the needs of individuals who wish to work towards a doctoral degree in the language. In this respect, UNT offers doctoral degrees in education, which can be coupled with a concentration in French or Spanish. Students may supplement the 24 basic graduate hours with a combination of a minor, summer study in Strasbourg or Madrid, courses taken during the fall and/or spring semesters, and/or regular courses taken by correspondence during the fall and/or spring semesters (for students who do not live within driving distance of UNT only).
2010 French Summer Institute
(3-6 graduate credits)
Immersion Experience
Session 1 (June 7-18), 3 credits: Analysis of French Discourse: Francophone Linguistic Landscapes (FREN 5310)
Dr. Lawrence Williams [lawrence.williams@unt.edu]
The linguistic landscape of a street, neighborhood, city, region, or country can be framed in many different ways, depending on the unit of analysis and the focus of a particular study. During the first week of this course, we will examine several different definitions of the concept of the linguistic landscape in order to explore ways in which various francophone linguistic landscapes are shaped by laws, demographics, and globalization. During the second week, readings and projects will focus on the analysis of francophone linguistic cyberscapes.Classes and afternoon activities in French (which are mandatory) will be held at UNT, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Session 2 (June 21-July 2), 3 credits: Nineteenth-Century French Prose (FREN 5300)
Dr. Maha Kassab-Fettouh [mkassabfr@yahoo.com]
This course will introduce the nineteenth century through its most
important events in literature. This will focus on the study of two
well-known novelists: Flaubert, Stendhal, and Balzac through
their outstanding work in Le rouge et Le noir (Sthendal) and
Balzac’s two short stories Beatrix and La femme de trente
ans. This course will combine analyzing and understanding the various
themes in these novels. Requirements: one oral presentation and one
term paper.
Classes and afternoon activities in French (which are mandatory) will be held at UNT, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
(3-6 graduate credits)
Immersion Experience
Session 1 (June 7-18), 3 credits: German Civilization and Culture of the 20th Century (GERM 5710)
Dr. Christoph Weber [christoph.weber@unt.edu]
In this course we will touch on the major periods of 20th-century German history and investigate as to how dominant socio-historical forces have impacted Germany’s cultural output. With the analysis of representative literary texts, movies, and artworks we will partake in Germany’s rapid succession of governments and ideologies. A special focus will be given to the role of the artist and how his or her visions function as an expression of and reaction to the political climate at hand.
Classes and afternoon activities in German (which are mandatory) will be held at UNT, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Session 2 (June 21-July 2), 3 credits: German Linguistics (GERM 5300)
Dr. Dorian Roehrs [roehrs@unt.edu]
In this course, we will be exploring the four core fields of German linguistics (phonetics/phonology, morphology, syntax, and semantics). Besides understanding new theoretical concepts, this course aims at increasing analytical linguistic skills and improving proficiency in the language. In addition to traditional methods of teaching, we will be using an exploratory approach where students will investigate linguistic issues independently, as part of a group or individually.
Classes and afternoon activities in German (which are mandatory) will be held at UNT, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
2010 Spanish Summer Institute
(3-6 graduate credits)
Immersion Experience
Session 1 (June 7-18), 3 credits: Contemporary Spanish Cinema: A Literary Theory Perspective (SPAN 5200.001)
Dr. Cristina
Sánchez-Conejero [Cristina.Sanchez-Conejero@unt.edu].
This is an interdisciplinary course that will present a general
overview of Spanish cinema in the 20th-21st century in the light of
Modern Literary Theory. Selected films and theories will be covered. At
the end of this course students will be able to 1) better appreciate
the relationships between literature and film; 2) note how theories
such as Post-structuralism, Postmodernism, Feminist studies, Queer
Studies, Ethnic and Race Studies, Postcolonialism, Psychoanalytic
studies, Culture Studies, etc. can be applied not just to literary
texts but to non-literary ones also; and 3) to critically analyze films
under a theoretical perspective.
Classes and afternoon activities in
Spanish (which are mandatory) will be held at UNT, Monday through
Friday, 8:30am-3:00pm.
Session
2 (June 21-July 2), 3 credits: The Mexican Short Story
(SPAN 5200.002)
Dr. Samuel Manickam [manickam@unt.edu]
In this class we will study the trajectory of the Mexican short story
since its beginnings in the early 19th century up until the present. We
will read stories representative of literary currents such as
romanticism, realism, naturalism and modernism, along with fantastic
fiction, stories that deal with the Mexican Revolution and science
fiction. The class will consist of careful reading of stories and
criticism coupled with extensive class discussions and short papers.
Classes and afternoon activities in Spanish (which are mandatory) will be held at UNT, Monday through Friday, 8:30am-3:00pm.
Note: Participants may register for only one session of each Institute; however, they must pay the Institute fee ($90.00 for one session, $180.00 for both sessions).
Workshops
Afternoon workshops of a cultural and/or pedagogical nature will be offered during the Institute (topics to be announced).
Setting
The city of Denton is located 40 miles North of the Dallas-Fort Worth airport, with direct access to most locations in the U.S. and Canada. Both Dallas and Fort Worth are within a 45-minute drive and offer a large selection of entertainment and cultural events of all kinds. With over 36,000 students, UNT is the third largest university in Texas. The foreign language collections at the Willis Library are quite impressive. In addition, UNT offers a charming traditional campus setting with all the facilities necessary for a summer program.
Housing and Meals
Although participants are not required to live in Denton during the Institute, several housing options are available:
1. Campus housing (only applies to students attending four weeks)
In order to reserve a room on campus, you must complete a housing contract, available from the Department of Housing and Residence Life, and mail it along with a deposit check for damage, which is refundable upon request. For fees, visit the web page of the Housing Office at http://www.unt.edu/housing/. There are two housing contracts:
a. The regular housing formula offered to all students; it is a little cheaper and includes a meal plan.
b. An upgraded formula that allows you to rent a double room (Santa Fe or Mozart Square) or semi-private room (Mozart Square only) for a monthly fee, in a new or renovated hall. Meals are not included in the rent, and you pay at the cafeteria door each time. With an ID+ card, you receive a 10% discount on meals; ID+ may be initiated at the Bursar's Office (1st floor of Eagle Services Bldg.).
2. Campus Short-Stay Program (applies to participants attending two weeks only)
Students staying only two weeks may rent a double room or single room, linen and pillow included in either case. For this type of accommodation, please make your reservations by calling Ms. Diana Forson at (940) 565-2894, and be sure to mention the "Short-Stay Program."
Tuition and Fees
1. Graduate tuition:
Visit http://www.unt.edu for updated information on tuition and course fees
Note: Out-of-state and international students who receive a scholarship for $1,000 are eligible for in-state tuition.
2. Institute fee: $90 for one session (2 weeks), $180 for two sessions (4 weeks); this fee includes afternoon cultural activities, cultural/pedagogical workshops..
Financial Aid
1. Graduate Scholarships are available from the UNT Graduate School.
2. Financial aid is available through the UNT Office of Financial Aid.
3. International Scholarships for summer study in France (variable amount) are available from the UNT Global Learning Experience at (940) 565-2207.
Note: Out-of-state students who receive a scholarship for $1,000 are eligible for in-state tuition.
Please print the application form (see link below), complete it, and send it with your check to the appropriate Director for each language by May 15, 2010. If you have questions on the program, or if you would like to receive detailed information on the French, German, or Spanish Summer Institutes (including tuition and fees and housing), please direct all inquiries to the appropriate Director at the address below. Please include your name and exact address, and materials will be sent to you.
You will soon be able to download the Graduate Summer Institute 2010 Application here.
For more information, please contact:
Dr. Marie-Christine Koop, Director of the French Summer Institute
E-mail: marie-christine.koop@unt.edu
OR
Dr. Dorian Roehrs, Director of the German Summer Institute
E-mail: dorian.roehrs@unt.edu
OR
Dr. Cristina Sánchez-Conejero, Director of the Spanish Summer Institute
E-mail: cristina.sanchez-conejero@unt.edu