Collegiate: Dr. Margaret Gray Recently retired after 37 years on the French faculty at Indiana University/Bloomington, Margaret E. Gray made a decisive discovery while a college student; a visiting professor from the Sorbonne introduced his class to the work of Marcel Proust, setting the course of Gray’s life then and there. She became a French … Continue reading Récipiendaires de Prof de l’An 2025
IFLTA 2024 !
Félicitations à nos profs de l'année: Clémence Guedou, Rising Star Michael Anand-Obleton, K-8 Lori Fournier-Norem, Secondary Rishani De Costa, Collegiate
Webinar “Tools and Opportunities for French Teachers in the USA”
Please join us to meet the French government’s new Attachée éducative for the Midwest, Caroline Hourdry! You’re invited to a meet and greet webinar on Thursday, January 23 at 5pm CT / 6pm ET. Come find out what “French for All” can mean for you and your students! This event, “Tools and Opportunities for French … Continue reading Webinar “Tools and Opportunities for French Teachers in the USA”
The view from here: Les Jeux Olympiques
Adventures abroad from Vice President, Kate Spanke. As soon as my family and I found out we had an opportunity to move abroad, I started scouring the internet for tickets to the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. While our travel schedule conflicted with the main events of les J.O., I found several options for the Paralympic … Continue reading The view from here: Les Jeux Olympiques
Les nouvelles de Norvège: édition automne
Fjords? Brown cheese? Brisk temperatures? Velkommen til Norge! AATF-Indiana Vice President, Kate Spanke, shares an update on her family's time abroad so far. For the 2024-25 school year, my spouse accepted a Fulbright Grant in Norway. My son and I (quelle chance!) get to follow along. While Jeff is roving about, teaching about American culture, … Continue reading Les nouvelles de Norvège: édition automne
Bienvenue, new officers!
Bonjour! My name is Rishani De Costa, and I am delighted to introduce myself as the interim secretary of the AAFT Indiana. I originally come from Sri Lanka, then I moved to France at the age of twelve with my parents. I completed my middle and high school in France and my undergraduate degree at … Continue reading Bienvenue, new officers!
The View From Here: Trois Rivières, Quebec, Canada
Looking ahead to summer? So are we! Enjoy this recap of last summer's AATF National Convention by Madeline Hennessy, AATF Indiana President. The Start Last summer, I had the privilege of attending the AATF National Convention for the first time, and I cannot recommend the experience enough. From the keynote speaker, to the beautiful setting … Continue reading The View From Here: Trois Rivières, Quebec, Canada
Récipiendaires de Prof de l’An 2023
Collegiate: Dr. Jessica Garcés Jensen Dr. Jessica Garcés Jensen is Associate Professor of French and the Graduate Director of the M.A. in Second Language Acquisition, Policy and Culture. She received her B.A. in French Studies from Brown University and her M.A. and Ph.D. from the University of Pennsylvania. As the head of the French section in … Continue reading Récipiendaires de Prof de l’An 2023
Rejoignez-nous! French Market Meetup 2023
We've enjoyed this casual meetup so much the past few years, that the tradition continues! Please join us for some complimentary cheese and wine and a chance to connect. We would recommend some extra funds for browsing the artisan market and sampling more delicious food options. There is also a Catholic mass in French and live entertainment. AATF … Continue reading Rejoignez-nous! French Market Meetup 2023
IFLTA 2023
Planning to join this year's state conference? We would love to connect with you! Friday, November 3 - 5:00 p.m. - Cocktail Meet-up - Marriott Bar Saturday, November 4 - 10:00 a.m. - Business Meeting and French Fun!
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