French and Francophone Studies UDRs
The Undergraduate Departmental Representatives serve as a resource and representative for fellow majors and minors and potential majors and minors, and brings student concerns and/or ideas to the program faculty. They also provide feedback to the program chair, undergraduate advising head, and faculty regarding scheduling problems, course offerings, etc. and help organize events for majors, minors, and other interested students.
2024-25 FREN UDRs
Hello! My name is Maria and I am an international student majoring in Economics, International Global Studies, and French. Born and raised in Sao Paulo, Brazil, I moved to Massachusetts at 16 to attend high school. On campus, I've been an editor at the Brandeis Law Journal, treasurer at the Brazilian Students Association (BRASA), ESL volunteer at the Language Empowering Action Project (LEAP) and I am a Community Advisor and Roosevelt Fellow. My ultimate career and dream job would be as an immigration lawyer and to be a mentor both in law and in life. I like to read, listen to Taylor Swift and SZA, and learn about other cultures. Fun fact: I love trying out new coffee shops, especially with delicious French-style pastries, so let me know if you have any suggestions!
Hello! I am a senior triple majoring in French & Francophone Studies, Linguistics, and Computer Science. I studied abroad in Summer of 2022 in Arles, France and it was magnificent. I'm always happy to talk about my time in Southern France! In my free time I love to play the piano, hangout with friends, be outdoors and enjoy nature, play board games, and read. FUN FACT: I've traveled to over 20 countries!
Hello! My name is Alicia Tsao (she/her/hers) and I’m a double major in French and Francophone Studies and Business Administration. I just finished my year abroad in Paris, France and it was truly one of the most rewarding and heartwarming experiences of my life. I hope in the future to return back to Paris to work or study in the marketing industry. During my free time, I enjoy playing tennis, going to museums and spending time with friends. FUN FACT: I have gone skydiving before!