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Maison Française (French House)

[Area Photo]Living in la Maison Française can be both a rewarding and exciting experience for all the residents. Residents come from many different backgrounds, but all share an ability and a willingness to commit to communicating in French at all times in the common rooms of the Maison. Basic ingredients for a rewarding year at la Maison Française include a positive attitude about speaking French and a desire to work together as a community towards the benefit of la Maison. The French House is located in the Barringer Mansion on Jefferson Park Avenue. Residents include 27 undergraduate students, one or two graduate students from France, as well as an undergraduate or graduate student who serves as resident language advisor.

To learn more, please visit the Maison Française website and the French House student website. Note: Living in a language house normally requires participation in a meal plan. Please contact the language department or Dining Services for more information.

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Each bedroom is furnished with the following items:
  • 1 or 2 extra-long captain's beds [80" x 36"], 6 drawers underneath
  • 1 or 2 wardrobes
  • 1 or 2 desks with carrels and chairs
  • Wastebaskets
  • Window blinds (must be left in place)
  • Carpeted floors
  • Individual data connections to the University's computer network
  • Telephone unit with local service and voice-mail
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