- Through their experiential learning in the Department of Francophone and Italian Studies, students become engaged citizens of our interconnected world.
- Students of French and Italian at Colby explore the diversity of French- and Italian-speaking cultures. In addition to preparing them to study abroad, this exploration enables them to serve as intercultural ambassadors.
- Together with their professors, students encounter a broad range of disciplines through collaborative and hands-on learning, thus becoming critical and transformative thinkers.
- Students participate in labs as well as creative projects and undertake original research that builds community both locally and globally. Topics include environmental studies, food studies, entrepreneurship, visual arts, digital humanities, and beyond.
- The coursework in French and Italian gives students the opportunity to exercise creativity and innovation through teamwork, multimedia presentations, and independent research. The range of skills they acquire opens pathways beyond the classroom and can inspire new passions and impactful career trajectories
