Switzerland French Intensive Homestay Program
The French Homestay program is run by local Pepperdine faculty and coordinated by local professor, Professor Marjorie Besnard. Students will improve their mastery of the French language!
Program Dates
May-June (specific dates coming soon)
The dates above indicate a planned departure date from the US and in-country return departure date.
Costs
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Visa Information
Course Requirements and Offerings
Refer to the academics page for details on the minimum unit requirements and class pre-requisites for the program. Textbook lists will be provided by the program staff.
Switzerland Program Faculty Member
Prof. Marjorie Besnard
Homestay Program Coordinator
Professor Besnard is a passionate French and Swiss teacher with a Master's degree in International Marketing from Neoma Business School and a Master's degree in Applied Language Science, specializing in French as a Foreign Language, from University Stendhal III Grenoble. With experience living in France, Germany, and England before settling in Switzerland, she brings a diverse perspective to her teaching. From beginners' French to Business French, she excels in teaching various aspects of the language. As the Coordinator of the Homestay Upper French Division program and the Internship program, she empowers students to develop their French skills. Beyond teaching, she enjoys outdoor activities like hiking and skiing with her family, as well as quiet moments with a cup of tea and a captivating novel. Professor Besnard inspires students to learn and speak French, making her an influential figure in their academic journeys.