An examination of contemporary French society through the sociological analysis of structure, culture(s), and everyday life, especially as compared to the United States. Topics include: religion/secularism, taxation and welfare, education, gender and sexuality, race and ethnicity, immigration, commerce, politics, the environment, families, work, health issues, leisure food, and time. Taught in France; conducted in English. Meets the Critical Learning: SHB requirement. Meets the Equity and Power: EPG requirement.

Prerequisite: Taught in France; conducted in English.

Degree requirement — Critical Learning: SHB, Equity and Power: EPG

1 unit — Murphy-Geiss

Offerings

Term	Block	Title	Instructor	Location	Student Limit/Available	Updated
Spring 2026	Block 7	Contemporary French Society	Gail Murphy-Geiss	TBA	25 / 25	02/22/2025