Marie Schein

Marie Schein, Ph.D., is a Senior Lecturer of French and Director of the Center for Languages and Cultures at Texas Christian University (TCU), within the AddRan College of Liberal Arts. She holds a Ph.D. in English from the University of North Texas, an MA in French from the University of Colorado Boulder, and additional advanced degrees in French and English from Université Paul Valéry-Montpellier.

Her research focuses on French and Francophone cultures, immigration in France, and social justice in education. She has developed innovative courses such as Multicultural France: Citizenship, Identity, and Nationalism and led service-learning programs in Montpellier, France, integrating academic study with community service for immigrant families. Her publications address educational equity, immigrant integration, and pedagogical strategies in language teaching.

Professor Schein teaches a wide range of French courses from introductory to advanced levels, including civilization, literature, and media studies. She has pioneered new curricula emphasizing contemporary issues and global perspectives. Her work bridges academic scholarship with practical community engagement, reflecting her commitment to cross-cultural understanding.