Your Passport to Possibility

Explore the honors, enrichment, and leadership opportunities that begin with language.

Speaking another language is only the beginning. As a French, Francophone, or Italian Studies student, you'll gain the communication, cultural understanding, and global perspective that employers increasingly seek.

Through student-run clubs, honors society, and community engagement, you'll cultivate leadership skills and build connections that help you stand out long after graduation. Whether you pair your language and cultural studies with business, international studies, political science, health care, education, hospitality, or another area of engagement, you'll graduate prepared to thrive in a connected world.

Pi Delta Phi

Pi Delta Phi, the National French Honor Society, celebrates your achievements while opening doors to new opportunities. As a member, you'll connect with other students who share your passion for French and Francophone cultures, participate in exclusive events, build leadership experience, and join a nationwide network of scholars and professionals. It's a great way to strengthen your résumé, grow your community, and show future employers and graduate schools your commitment to global learning, academic excellence, and cultural curiosity.

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Live at La Maison Française (French House)

Imagine coming home to a place where French isn't just something you study; it's part of your everyday life. La Maison Française is a unique living-learning language community where you'll practice your French, explore Francophone cultures, and build lasting friendships with peers who share your interests.

Located in one of the College of Charleston's historic homes at 6 Bull Street, the French House combines the charm of Charleston with a close-knit community. Residents enjoy shared meals, cultural events, movie nights, conversation practice, and opportunities to connect with faculty and fellow students outside the classroom.

Whether you're majoring, minoring, or simply passionate about French and Francophone cultures, La Maison Française is your chance to turn campus life into an immersive global experience. 

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Student Clubs: Find Your People. Build Your Community.

Your experience in French, Francophone, and Italian Studies goes far beyond the classroom. Student-run organizations like the French House and Friends Organization, French Club, and Italian Club bring language and culture to life through food, films, games, conversation, cultural celebrations, volunteer opportunities, and local adventures. Whether you're fluent, just getting started, or simply curious about French and Italian cultures, you'll find a welcoming community, make new friends, develop leadership skills, and create connections that last long after graduation.