Francophiles is the active French club on the GVSU campus. In the new academic year of 2008-2009 we have a lot of events planned for anyone interested in France, French language, or French culture. Events are open to anyone and you do not need any experience to attend.

Like the French, we enjoy relaxed events with good food and interesting conversations …

The goal of Les Francophiles is to share the richness of the French culture with everyone. It is important that we have events that include everyone at every level of French, as well as a forum for us to speak it together.

We are constantly expanding our programs & events. Though we currently offer monthly get togethers, outings and movies we are in the process of creating workshops, lectures, and round-table discussions with faculty members. Our blackboard site is expanding as well to include various study abroad options as well as graduate school information.

Other places to find information about francophiles:

Blackboard: If you are a member of Les Francophiles already, you have access to the BB site. If not, you must go to www.gvsu.edu / Stuey and search for Francophiles and click “Join” in order to become a member. You must then accept the membership.

Facebook: Yes, we have a facebook group which, as you probably know, is an excellent way to notify members of upcoming events. In order to join search under Francophiles

Monthly Newsletter: Check it out under the “Documents” section. You’ll find articles, games, style and our event information.

2008-2009 Officers

Co-President: Courtney Johnston (johnstco@student.gvsu.edu)

Co-President: Crystal Boike (boikc@hotmail.com)

Vice President of Finance: Donna St. Louis (dcstlouis@gmail.com)

Vice President of Communications: Megan Schopieray

Director of Special Events: Melanie Kloian (kloianm@student.gvsu.edu)

Leaders & Committee Members:

All GVSU students are welcome to join a committee. Just e-mail Courtney Johnston (johnstco@student.gvsu.edu) if you would like to be added to a committee. Explinations of jobs can be found in the Documents folder on Stuey.

Webmaster:
Charise Tucker (tucker03@student.gvsu.edu)

Publicity Director:
Stephanie Rice (steph8331@yahoo.com)

Promotions Committee:
Charlie R (Ragaussc@student.gvsu.edu)
Britteney Conner (chitowndevl101@yahoo.com)
Laura Urzola (lamur12@hotmail.com)

Fundraising Committee:

Cine-Club Planning Committee:
Alexis Alt (peachykeane19@hotmail.com)
Britteny Conner (chitowndevl101@yahoo.com)
Natalia Matanova (matanovn@student.gvsu.edu)
Terra Muckenthaler (muckentt@student.gvsu.edu)
Danielle Griffin (spidey_hpfan@hotmail.com)

Coffee Break Planning Committee:
Alexis Alt (peachykeane19@hotmail.com)
Mary Bagazinski (bagos100@yahoo.com)

Spring Break Committee:
Ryan Rosso (rossor@student.gvsu.edu)
Dani Willcutt (danimwillcutt@gmail.com)
Lindsey Vaillancourt (lindsey350@hotmail.com)