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Reinventing Language Learning from the Classroom to the Award Podium: The Story of Sandra Townsend
Madame and her former students, now close friends Earlier this year, Sandra Townsend was honored by the French government with the...
Kaleb Houle-Lawrence
Jun 66 min read
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Chanson Douce: A Book Review
Content Warning: This article discusses sensitive topics that some readers may find triggering, such as: murder, death, abuse, and...
Pranavi Vedula
May 233 min read
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The Evolution of French Rap & Hip-Hop
French music has a rich history that spans centuries and continents. Edith Piaf’s hits (such as “ La Vie En Rose ” and “ Non, Je Ne...
Kaleb Houle-Lawrence
Apr 254 min read
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Joan of Arc
Charles VII of France by Jean Fouquet (c. 1444, Louvre , Paris) France, 1429. Between the invading English forces and the...
Jasmine Grace
Apr 135 min read
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Reflections on Montréal – A Beating Heart of Franco-Canadian Culture
This blog is the first in a new mini-series exploring my reflections on the time I have spent in Montréal and learning about its cultural...
Kaleb Houle-Lawrence
Apr 44 min read
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The Beauty of French in Kenya
French is more than just a language. It is a bridge connecting cultures across continents. As one of the most widely spoken languages...

Joseph Pal
Mar 284 min read
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The French Rival of Sherlock Holmes
Many of us are familiar with one of the best detectives of literature, the brilliant Sherlock Holmes. He solved mysteries with deductions...
Jasmine Grace
Mar 72 min read
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The Legal Revolution: Napoleonic Code and Its Legacies
In the United States, almost every state follows a legal system derived from British Common Law. That is, they follow a system of laws...
Kaleb Houle-Lawrence
Feb 213 min read
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The High Priest and the Horseman
In 2022, repairs and restoration of the Notre-Dame Cathedral were well underway. But before reconstruction could take place, the floor...
Jasmine Grace
Feb 154 min read
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Interview with Heather Simon
Introducing Heather Simon We all have our own story about how we found the Franco-American Centre, whether it was through a friend of a...
Jasmine Grace
Feb 83 min read
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Globetrotting in Grenoble: Pranavi's Study Abroad Experience
Hello everyone! My name is Pranavi Vedula. I am currently a senior at Phillips Exeter Academy. I’ve lived in New Hampshire for nearly my...
Pranavi Vedula
Jan 243 min read
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Globetrotting in Grenoble: Pranavi's Study Abroad Experience
Hello everyone! My name is Pranavi Vedula. I am currently a senior at Phillips Exeter Academy. I’ve lived in New Hampshire for nearly my...
Pranavi Vedula
Jan 175 min read
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Albert Camus
Camus was an Algerian French writer of many talents. Aside from the Nobel Prize he won, he is remembered for his novels L'Étranger (the...
Jasmine Grace
Jan 103 min read
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Christmas in Paris
Christmas Magic in Paris Paris turns into a fairytale during the holiday season. The streets sparkle with lights, the air feels crisp and...
Ashley Komelan
Dec 20, 20242 min read
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Le Jour St. Nicolas: The Holiday Season Kickoff
December 6th is Le Jour St. Nicolas (St. Nicolas Day) across much of Europe. In France, St. Nicolas Day is celebrated in the regions in...
Kaleb Houle-Lawrence
Dec 6, 20242 min read
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Tourtière: A Meaty History of the “Pork Pie”
Tourtière is as Québécois as apple pie is American. Well, actually it’s probably even more Québécois, considering that apple pie...
Kaleb Houle-Lawrence
Nov 22, 20243 min read
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Être Francophone au New Hampshire
Being Francophone in New Hampshire

A Wonderful FAC Intern
Nov 15, 20243 min read
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Exploring France's Bridges
France is known for its stunning landscapes, beautiful buildings, and deep history, and its bridges are no exception. From the iconic...
Ashley Komelan
Nov 8, 20243 min read
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Jules Verne and a New Kind of Fiction
Early Verne Jules Verne Jules Verne was an author of monumentous impact. This legendary writer was born in 1828 to a father who wanted...
Jasmine Grace
Nov 1, 20243 min read
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A Conversation with Kathleen Juneau-Roy and Patricia Patera
Three months ago, I had the privilege of attending a convention in Manchester for French-language speakers. As an intern for the...
Pranavi Vedula
Oct 18, 20243 min read
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