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Conference
| Location: | Georgia, United States |
| Conference Date: | 2011-03-18 (Archive) |
| Date Submitted: |
2010-12-28 |
| Announcement ID: |
181681 |
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CALL FOR PAPERS
Young Harris History Conference
"Remembrances: Constructing Narratives of Wars of the 19th and 20th Centuries"
March 18-19, 2011
Young Harris, GA
The theme of the conference is "Remembrances: Constructing Narratives of Wars of the 19th and 20th Centuries." The Program Committee invites proposals for presentations and papers that explore the construction of the memories of wars as well as the social and cultural aspects of the war. Interdisciplinary papers in the social sciences or humanities, including literary studies, art history, and philosophy from young and senior scholars as well as graduate students are welcome. There will be a reception at the Crane Creek Vineyards and other exciting activities for conference participants.
SUBMISSION
The Program Committee will consider proposals for individual papers and for full sessions. Each individual paper proposal should include a one-page abstract and brief curriculum vitae. Each full-panel proposal should
include a brief abstract of the session, together with a one-page abstract of each paper and a brief C.V. for each participant, including the chair/commentator. There is no registration fee to present or attend the conference. Those interested in serving as a session chair/commentator
should submit a statement to that effect, accompanied by a brief C.V.
EQUIPMENT NEEDS
Please specify any special requirements, such as audio-visual equipment, outlets, or facilities to accommodate disability.
Deadline for submissions
is January 31, 2011.
Please send materials electronically to Dr. Natalia Starostina at
nstarostina@yhc.edu
or by mail to:
Young Harris History Conference
c/o Dr. Natalia Starostina
The Department of History
# 1 College St.
Young Harris College
Young Harris, GA 30582
ACCOMMODATIONS
We are located 108 miles from Atlanta in the beautiful Georgia mountains of North Georgia in a resort area.
Brasstown Valley Resort & Spa, Young Harris GA (.5 miles) Call 800-984-393
The Ridges Resort and Club, Hiawassee GA (2.42 miles) Call 888-834-4409
Ramada Inn, Hiawassee GA (4.26 miles) Call 706-896-5253
Holiday Inn Express & Suites, Hiawassee GA (5.67 miles) Call 706-896-8884
GRANTS AND AWARDS
The YHC will be awarding several travel grants in various amounts up to $150 for undergraduate, graduate and independent scholars. In addition, several cash prizes for best papers will be presented at the conclusion of the conference.
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Dr. Natalia Starostina at
nstarostina@yhc.edu
Or
Young Harris History Conference
c/o Dr. Natalia Starostina
The Department of History
# 1 College St.
Young Harris College
Young Harris, GA 30582
Email: nstarostina@yhc.edu
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