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French

A guide to the fundamentals of the French language and culture.

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  2. Try synonyms and different combinations of words. Experiment with broad and narrow (specific) terms.
  3. Search in Gale eBooks or Credo Reference for quick facts and general overviews of your topic. 
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  • French
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  • Notre Dame de Paris

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The Department of English and the Humanities

French (FRE) is part of the ENG Department which is located in Hudson room 408.

Department Phone: 845-431-8430

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