The Forum on European Expansion and Global Interaction will hold its third biennial meeting at Flagler College in St. Augustine, Florida, on February 18 & 19, 2000. The Forum is concerned with the expansion of Europe and the world-wide response to the expansion, from its beginnings in the 14th century to the middle of the 19th century. It seeks participation by scholars in all areas of the field and encourages submissions from individuals with an interdisciplinary focus. Both individual and group proposals are welcomed; proposals for round-table discussions will also be considered. Past panels have addressed questions related to transnational commerce, missionary activity, varieties of resistance to European expansion, the role of law and the military in the governance of empires, race, gender, and the emergence of colonial identity.

In recognition of this year's meeting site, the organizers would welcome papers related to the theme "Cities, Entrepots, and Outposts," however all other topics are also welcomed. Individual proposals should include the following: a 250-word abstract for each paper and a curriculum vitae for each participant which provides complete contact information. Panel proposals should also include a 250-word abstract of the panel rationale. Inquiries and proposals should be addressed to Professor Jane Landers. Proposals must reach be sent by October 15, 1999. Further details on registration, program, and accommodations will be posted later.