Bonne Saint-Jean à tous!

Since 1834, June 24 has been celebrated as Québec’s national holiday. Officially named the Fête nationale, it’s also called La Saint-Jean from its origins in the feast of Québec’s patron saint, and has been a public holiday since 1925. It’s a day to celebrate the unique culture and heritage of the Québécois people, and invites Quebeckers of all backgrounds to share their love of their home.

Canadian Studies is proud to sponsor research that promotes a better understanding of Québecois culture. Hildebrand Fellow Jennifer Kaplan recently wrapped up a year of study in Montréal, where she investigated the development of gender-neutral French. And in March, we co-sponsored an international conference run by faculty affiliate William Burton that explored the influence of Québécois intellectuals on the philosophy of French feminist philosopher Monique Wittig.

Click here for information about this year’s official festivities (in French). Bonne Fête à tous!