Emmanuel Buzay - Literatures, Cultures, and Languages

Emmanuel Buzay
University of Connecticut
Dept. of Literatures, Cultures & Languages
Oak Hall (East SSHB)
365 Fairfield Way
Unit 1057
(860) 486-3866
[email protected]
http://uconn.academia.edu/EmmanuelBuzay
EDUCATION
PhD in French and Francophone Studies, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT, April 2012
PhD Thesis: A study of the representations of a resistant humanity in futuristic novels in
contemporary French and Francophone literature
Maîtrise de Français Langue Etrangère with honors, Université de Paris III – Sorbonne
Nouvelle, Paris, France, September 2006
Diplôme d’études approfondies en Sciences de l’information et de la communication, option
industries culturelles with honors, Université de Paris XIII, Villetaneuse, France, June 2001
Concentration in Sociology and Economics of the Media
DEA Thesis: Etude critique du site Web de La Cinquième (A Critical Study of
La Cinquième Television Station’s Website)
Diplôme d’études supérieures spécialisées de Lettres appliquées aux techniques éditoriales et à
la rédaction professionnelle with high honors, Université de Paris III – Sorbonne Nouvelle, Paris,
France, June 1992
Maîtrise de Littérature française with highest honors, Université de Paris III – Sorbonne
Nouvelle, Paris, France, October 1991, obtained after a Study Abroad Exchange Program at
the University of Laval, Quebec, Canada
Concentration in Literature and Psychoanalysis
Master’s Thesis: L’étude des rapports entre l’homme et la nature dans la trilogie des
« romans magiques » chez Henri Bosco (A Study of the Relationships
Between Man and Nature in the Trilogy of “Magical Novels” by Henri
Bosco)
License de Littérature française, with a specialization in French as a Foreign Language
(« mention FLE »), Université de Paris III – Sorbonne Nouvelle, Paris, France, October 1990
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TEACHING AND PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Visiting Assistant Professor of French and Comparative Literary and Cultural Studies,
University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT, U.S.A. (August 2013 – present)
• Courses taught:
o Comparative Literary and Cultural Studies:
 Classics of World Literature I (CLCS 1101). Introduction to classics of
World Literature from Antiquity to the 17th century [Fall 2013, Fall 2014].
 Classics of World Literature II (CLCS 1102). Introduction to classics of
World Literature from the 17th century to the present [Spring 2014, Spring
2015].
 Studies in Film Genre (CLCS 3207). Survey of different film genres with an
emphasis on Science Fiction films [Fall 2013, Fall 2014].
 Studies in Film History (CLCS 3208). History of cinema [Spring 2014].
o French:
 French Cultural Studies (French 3224). Combined cultural studies / social
sciences course in French, addressing the uses and functions of books,
television, and computers in contemporary French novels and films [Fall
2013].
 French Cultural Studies (French 3251). Introduction to French and
Francophone videogames through the particular study of the three
productions: Amerzone, The Adventures of Tintin, Remember Me/Valiant
Hearts [Spring 2014, Spring 2015].
 French Art and Civilization (French 3210). Studies of the arts in the cultural
context of French and Francophone civilization, from the Middle Ages to the
late nineteenth century. Considerations of social systems, passions, sexuality,
relations of power in their manifestations in architecture, painting and
sculpture. [Fall 2014]
 French Cultural Studies (French 3272). Introduction to French literary
theory, as informed by linguistics, semiotics, historical materialism,
psychoanalysis, philosophy, feminist studies, post-modernism and postcolonialism. Critical practice applied to French and Francophone literatures,
popular culture, advertising, the media, electronic writing [Spring 2015].
• Additional scholarly activities:
o Creator and organizer of the Festival of French and Francophone Game Movies, a
series of 3 events consisting of game movie screenings and discussions [May 2014]
o Creator and organizer of the Python Discussion & Work Group, a Digital
Humanities initiative in collaboration with the UConn Scholars’ Collaborative
[October 2014 – present]
Adjunct Faculty Professor and Project / Program Specialist in Information Technology,
University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT, U.S.A. (August 2012 – May 2013)
• Courses taught:
o Contemporary France (French 3221). Cultural course on contemporary French
society, culture, and media.
o French Cultural Studies (French 3250). Conversation course based on
contemporary French and Francophone songs.
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o French Cultural Studies (French 3251). Introduction to French and Francophone
Videogames through the particular study of the three recent productions: The
Adventures of Tintin, Prince of Persia and Assassin’s Creed.
o French Literature (French 3261W). Introduction to French literature from the
Middle Ages to the French Revolution.
Special courses: Python Language in the Foreign Language Classroom (CLCS 5318).
Introduction to the programming language Python 3 and its uses in digital humanities.
Additional duties: Webmastering and organization of workshops for graduate students and
faculty.
Resident Director of the Study Abroad Program in Toulouse, France, University of
Connecticut, Storrs, CT, U.S.A. (June 2012, June 2013, and June 2014)
• Teaching of cultural studies and literature classes
• Organization of cultural outings and events in Toulouse and Paris
• Responsibility for the group of 15-20 students
Graduate Teaching Assistant, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT, U.S.A. (August 2006 –
April 2012)
• Courses taught:
o Intermediate French II (French 1164) – Review and extension of French grammar.
Graded composition. Intensive and extensive reading. Intensive oral practice.
o French Cultural Studies: from 1851 to the Present (French 1169 in English) – A
cultural history of France and its colonial empire through political, social, artistic and
literary revolutions and scandals.
o French Culture: Studies in French-Speaking World (French 1169) – Linkage
Through Language Instructor. Conversation and writing course in French to
complement the English-language lecture class.
o French Cultural Studies (French 3224) – Combined cultural studies / social
sciences course in French, addressing the uses and functions of books, television, and
computers in contemporary French novels and films.
o French Literature (French 3235) – Introduction to French Science Fiction and
Fantasy literature, addressing issues of feminism, postcolonialism, and the theme of
Post-Humanity.
o French Conversation (French 3250) – Conversation courses based on contemporary
French and Francophone texts and films designed with a particular focus on two
themes: Francophone youth and Quebec.
o French Cultural Studies (French 3251) – Introduction to French and Francophone
videogames through the particular study of the three recent productions: Syberia by
Benoît Sokal, The Adventures of Tintin and Nikopol – Secrets of the immortals, by
Enki Bilal.
o French Literature (French 3261W) – Survey and composition courses for majors.
French literature from the Middle Ages to the 18th century.
o French Literature (French 3262W) – Survey and composition courses for majors.
French literature from the 19th century to the contemporary period.
• Teaching assistant duties:
o French Culture: Studies in French-Speaking World (French 1169)
o French Cinema: Gangsters, Thrillers, and Classics (French 1171)
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Other initiatives: French Creative Writing Club in French 1.2.3 Écrire – Creator and
Moderator
Language Instructor for beginners for the Harvard Business School, Berlitz, Boston, France
(January 2006 – April 2006)
F.L.E. Internship, The University of Chicago in Paris, Paris, France (May 2005 – July 2005)
• Observation of French language classes for American students at the Paris Center
• Teaching classes in French grammar for intermediate-level students and preparation of class
materials on this subject
• Installation of a discussion forum on the Paris Center pedagogical intranet website
Lecturer in Information Technology, Université Paris XIII, Department of Communications,
Paris, France, (October 1996 – October 1999)
• Methodology of research using the Internet in professional settings
• Direction of research about website conception
Public Multimedia Centers Manager, City of Nanterre, Nanterre, France (February 2002 –
May 2005)
• Webmastering and direction of pedagogical multimedia projects
• Editor in Chief of a newsletter in pedagogy for elementary school teachers
• Management and training of municipal employees and technicians
• Development of technical and financial management of the Centers
Multimedia Manager of the Cyberport, Forum des images, Paris, France (September 1995 –
January 2002)
• Organization of thematic workshops and multimedia events
• Webmastering of Cyberport website intranet
• Creation and overseeing of texts, including selection of hyperlinks
Pedagogical Adviser and Linguistic Attaché (fulfilling National Service requirements), Cultural
Service of the French Embassy, Ottawa, Canada (November 1992 – February 1994)
• Overseeing of projects in the Linguistic and Educational Departments
• Management of projects and organization of cultural missions
Writer Intern, Larousse Publishing Company, Encyclopaedia and of Electronic Publishing
Department, Paris, France (December 1991 – August 1992)
• Composition of the Social Sciences entries in the Actua database
• Proofreading of the French dictionary in the La référence électronique Collection
PUBLICATIONS
Book chapter:
Forthcoming with Elisabeth Herbst Buzay, “The Hero's Question: Neomedievalism and the Epic in
Assassin's Creed” in Genre and the Modern Middle Ages. Cambria University Press. 2015.
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Articles:
Forthcoming « Marchandisation et post-humanité : le rapport du vivant à la reproduction technique
et marchande dans les œuvres de science-fiction francophones contemporaines. » Contemporary
French & Francophone Studies: SITES. Routledge: New York and London. Volume 19:4/2015.
« Modernité et problématique de l’héritage : le symbolisme du livre dans quelques romans
d’anticipation de la littérature française et francophone contemporaine ». Nouvelles Francographies.
Nouvelle Série (Actes) Octobre 2010: Revue de La Société Des Professeurs Français et
Francophones d’Amérique. New York, N.Y: La Société. December 2011, pp 29-35.
« Nouveaux espaces et « paradigme de l'indice » dans l’épilogue du roman de Michel Houllebecq
La Possibilité d'une île ». Contemporary French & Francophone Studies: SITES. Routledge: New
York and London. September/December 2011, pp 477-484.
« Interview d’Élisabeth Vonarburg ». Contemporary French & Francophone Studies: SITES.
Routledge: New York and London. January 2009, pp 15-19.
« Le propre de l’humain et ses limites au regard du « livre » dans quelques romans d’anticipation
francophones contemporains », Sans papier. Cornell University, August 2008.
« FreeNets : des réseaux communautaires sur Internet », La logique des communautés, Sciences
Humaines, numéro 48, Auxerre, March 1995, p 32.
CONFERENCE PAPERS
“The Longing to be Written in Futuristic Novels written by Michel Houellebecq and Maurice
G. Dantec,” in Networks and Technologies in Films and Literature, panel In Memoriam of Céline
Philibert.
The NeMLA Convention in Toronto, Canada, April 30 – May 3, 2015. (paper accepted)
« Littérature et savoir : la pensée du roman d'anticipation »
International Colloquium in 20th and 21st Century French and Francophone Studies: Taking Stock:
When Literature Produces Knowledge. Mutations, Institutions, Interaction. Baton Rouge, February
26 – March 1, 2015. (paper accepted)
« Les apprentissages du détour : enquête, chasse à l’homme et quête dans Confession d’un
automate mangeur d’opium de Fabrice Colin et Mathieu Gaborit »
SPFFA Colloquium, New York, October 24-25, 2014.
Moderator for the “Narrating Memory: The Language and Literature of Remembrance.”
4th Annual LANGSA Graduate Conference: Recalling the Past: A Trip Down Memory Lane.
Storrs, CT, November 15, 2013.
« Marchandisation et post-humanité: le rapport du vivant à la reproduction technique et marchande
dans la littérature d'anticipation francophone contemporaine. »
International Colloquium in 20th and 21st Century French and Francophone Studies: Argent.
New York, March 6-8, 2014.
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« Héroïsme moderne et sens de l’épopée dans les jeux vidéo francophones de Fantasy et de Sciencefiction. Étude comparative des jeux vidéo Prince of Persia et Assassin’s Creed. »
SPFFA Colloquium New York, April 5-6, 2013.
« Traces, fragments, restes : des textes fondateurs de quelques romans de Fantasy francophones à leur
adaptation sous forme de jeux vidéo »
International Colloquium in 20th and 21st Century French and Francophone Studies: Traces,
fragments, restes. Atlanta, March 28-30, 2013.
« Traversées, frictions, fusions : la chasse à l’homme dans la littérature d’anticipation francophone
chez Bordage et Volodine »
International Colloquium in 20th and 21st Century French and Francophone Studies: Traversées,
frictions, fusions. Renaissance Long Beach Hotel, Long Beach, March 29-31, 2012.
“The Longing to be Written in Michel Houellebecq’s Futuristic Novels”
Articulating the Human and Its Others, panel sponsored by the Society for Critical Exchange at the
NeMLA Convention in New Brunswick, NJ, April 7-10, 2011.
« Métamorphoses et mutations humaines : le rapport à l'animalité des insectes dans la littérature
d'anticipation francophone contemporaine »
International Colloquium in 20th and 21st Century French and Francophone Studies: HumanAnimal / Humain-Animal. Hotel Westin San Francis, San Francisco, March 30-April 2, 2011.
« Nouveaux espaces et « paradigme de l'indice » dans l'épilogue du roman de Michel Houllebecq
La Possibilité d'une île »
International Colloquium in 20th and 21st Century French and Francophone Studies:
New worlds, new spaces/Nouveaux mondes, nouveaux espaces. University of Guelph, Canada,
March 25-27, 2010.
« Les post-apocalypses : mesure et démesure de la figure du « dernier homme » dans quelques
romans d’anticipation de la littérature francophone contemporaine »
International Colloquium in 20th and 21st Century French and Francophone Studies: Seismic
Shifts/Séismes. University of Minnesota, March 26-28, 2009.
« Le propre de l’humain et ses limites au regard du « livre » dans quelques romans d’anticipation
francophones contemporains »
International Colloquium in 20th and 21st Century French and Francophone Studies:
Limits/Limites. Georgetown University, March 6-8, 2008.
AWARDS
Small Grant from the Institute for Teaching & Learning, University of Connecticut (Spring 2014).
Graduate Award for Outstanding Scholarship, University of Connecticut (Spring 2009).
The University of Connecticut Summer Fellowship for Doctoral Students (2008, 2009, 2010, 2011).
SOCIETIES AND MEMBERSHIPS
Association Internationale des Études Québécoises
International Association for the Fantastic in the Arts
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Modern Language Association of America
The New England Regional Association for Language Learning Technology
Société des Professeurs Français et Francophones en Amérique
LANGUAGES
• French: native
• English: fluent
• Spanish and Italian: reading and speaking knowledge and translation
• Latin and Biblical Hebrew: reading knowledge and translation
COMPUTER SKILLS
Programs: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Prezi, Dreamweaver, Gimp
Languages: HTML, PHP / MySQL, Javascript, Python 3
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