Chris Reyns, PhD

Professor, Faculty of Arts - Modern Languages and Cultural Studies Dept
Directory

Fall Term 2026 (1970)

C LIT 101 - World Literature I

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)

An introduction to major works of the world's literary heritage, presented in their historical, social, and cultural contexts. Covers the period from the beginnings of literary civilizations until the 17th century. Not open to students with C LIT 100.

LECTURE A01 (55195)

2026-09-01 - 2026-12-08
MWF 11:00 - 11:50



MLCS 651 - Critical Theory I

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 0-3S-0)

Literary and cultural theory from classical times to the twentieth century from around the world. Students will read primary texts. Prerequisite: consent of Department.

SEMINAR A01 (58277)

2026-09-01 - 2026-12-08
M 14:00 - 16:50

Winter Term 2027 (1980)

FREN 323 - AI (Artificial Intelligence) in the Francophone World

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)

This course examines how the Francophone world participates in the construction of technologies (from Minitel to French Start-ups) and in the debates surrounding ethical, economic, political, and environmental issues raised by AI (e.g., techno-capitalism, environmental impact). Prerequisite: FREN 297 or FREN 298 or FREN 300 or consent of the Department.

LECTURE B01 (83826)

2027-01-04 - 2027-04-09
TR 09:30 - 10:50



FREN 479 - Topics in French Literature and Culture II

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 0-3S-0)

From the 20th through the 21st century. Prerequisite: 6 units from: FREN 301, 311, 315, 317, 318, 319, 333, 345, 399 or consent of Department.

SEMINAR B01 (83270)

2027-01-04 - 2027-04-09
TR 12:30 - 13:50