Interdisciplinary Approaches to Discourses, Social Groups
And Agency in Central and Eastern Europe
CEU Graduate Conference in the Humanities and Social Studies
• Central European University •
12th -14th of May 2006
CALL FOR PAPERS AND PANELS
Graduate students and young faculty members, both from CEU and elswhere, are encouraged to propose papers and panels. Each panel will include approximately 4 (four) presentations. Another young scholar will participate as a discussant. Each panel will host a senior scholar or expert in the relevant field of study that will moderate the discussions. Ample time will be left for discussion. Both presentations and discussions will be conducted in English.
A panel proposal should contain a short rationale, and, if available, abstracts of possible contributions. If necessary, organizers will help circulate the panel proposals and recruit further participants.
The selection of the papers will be decided by the Advisory Committee, composed of CEU faculty members, who will be involved throughout the process of organizing the conference.
DEADLINES:
The registration period will start on March 6th. Applications will be considered as they are received. The final deadline is April 1st, 2006. Early applicants will have better chances of being selected. Applicants that would need a visa to enter Hungary are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
FINANCIAL SUPPORT:
There is no registration fee for qualified participants. Accommodation and food will be provided by the organizers. Non-CEU applicants able to cover their travel expenses are strongly encouraged to participate. Applicants may apply for a travel grant for the cheapest means of travel (up to 100 USD). Awarded travel grants will also offer accommodation in the CEU dormitory. Priority will be given on the basis of academic merit and financial need. Those intending to apply for a travel grant should write a short letter of justification (up to 500 words).
DOWNLOAD APPLICATION
The application consists of
a) the completed application form, including the abstract of the paper (cca. 400 words)
b) a short CV
c) a short letter of justification ONLY for the applicants for travel grant (up to 500 words)
All the applications should be sent to humanitiesgradconf@ceu.hu