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Thinking
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Who can live in the French House?
Any upper-class VU student (Sophomore, Junior or Senior) who has taken (or is taking) French 204 or the equivalent can apply to live in the French House.
How long can I live in the French House?
Students wishing to live in the French House multiple years simply reapply each academic year.
I'll be abroad for part of the year. Can I apply for just one semester?
Yes. Students who are studying abroad are especially encouraged to apply to live in the French House-either in preparation for their time abroad or as a way of easing back into American campus life after being abroad. On the application, there is space for you to indicate your intent to apply for the fall or the spring semester only
What happens if I apply to live in the French House but am not selected?
Space in the French House is limited; this means that not every applicant can always be accommodated. Applications are reviewed by a committee of faculty and staff. Decisions are made based on language ability and willingness to participate in communal life. Seniority and gender balance may also be considered. Applicants are informed whether or not they have been selected well in advance of the campus-wide room selection process so that students who are not selected to live in the French House have time to find a roommate and join the regular room selection process at no disadvantage.
Who is the Resident Assistant?
Normally, there is a new resident assistant each year. The RA, selected by French program faculty members, is normally a native speaker of French and an exchange student who takes regular VU courses alongside duties in the French House.
What are the rooms like?
The rooms in the French House are two, three, or four bedroom apartments. Room assignments are based on total number of selected applicants and space allocation decisions by the Office of Residential Life. In addition to private bedroom and full kitchens, these (almost luxury!) partially furnished apartments offer on site laundry facilities.
What makes the French House different from the other residence halls?
French House residents pledge to speak only French in the public areas of the house. Residents also share meal planning and preparation on weekday evenings, Sunday through Thursday. Plus, you get to live in one of the best residences offered by the University.
If you have more questions or would like an application for the French House (normally due in January for the following academic year), please download materials from the French portal.
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Valparaiso University
Department of Foreign Languages
& Literatures
113 Meier Hall
Valparaiso, IN, 46383
Tel: 219.464.5341 • Fax: 219.464.5692 • e-mail
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