FAQs

If you have any additional questions, please e-mail us at afdupage@yahoo.com.

Q: How long has the Alliance Française of DuPage County been in existence?
A: In the year 2001, we celebrated our 25th anniversary as a member of the USA Alliance Française Federation.

Q: How can I learn more about the Alliance Française Federation?
A: Visit the Alliance Française USA frequently asked questions (FAQ) web site.

Q: How do you use my membership fees?
A: AF DuPage is organized and operated completely by volunteers; therefore, we charge very minimum membership rates. We use membership fees to pay our Alliance Française Federation dues, hire speakers, cover meeting space costs, and send out periodic mailings to keep you informed of current activities.

Q: How often do you meet?
A: We usually meet once a month for formal meetings with speakers or presentations, and once a month for our less formal café-conversations.

Q: Can I participate in AF DuPage if I don't live in DuPage County?
A: Yes! We have members who live in many different counties throughout the suburbs of Chicago. We try to hold our functions in different areas around the county so everyone can make it to AF DuPage events.

Q: Do all your members speak fluent French?
A: Our membership includes native speakers as well as beginners and all levels in-between. We conduct our meetings in French or French and English and we welcome all who are interested in our group. Guest speakers as well as members come from many different cultural backgrounds providing a rich, diverse experience for all.

Q: Do you teach French classes?
A: We recommend classes at the College of DuPage in Glen Ellyn, Illinois, and those provided on our Related Links page.