[Bilimsel Haber] CFP: Research Agenda Symposium, World History

[Sule Tarakcioglu]

Call for Proposals:

Research Agenda Symposium, World History (Boston, November 2006)


The World History Network and the World History Association seek 
proposals for
participation in a Research Agenda Symposium (John Hancock Conference 
Center,
Boston, November 10-12, 2006). Up to 40 participants worldwide will be 
selected
for a meeting intended to develop a consensus statement on priorities in
world-historical research, with a focus on the theme of “Research 
in World
History: Connections and Globalizations.” Conference fee of $250 
includes
conference materials, meals, and receptions. Travel costs may be covered,
depending on availability of funding, especially for participants from 
outside
the U.S. Applicants should submit, by 1 June 2006, a statement of up to 1000
words proposing priorities in world-historical research, and a 
curriculum vitae
of up to two pages. Invitations will be issued to selected participants 
by 30
June 2006. The conference committee will select up to 40 participants, 
based on
the strength and interest of initial proposals, but also with attention to
balance by national origin, gender, age, and disciplinary focus. Details are
available from the World History Network, www.worldhistorynetwork.org.

Patrick Manning, World History Network
Northeastern University
263 Holmes Hall
Boston, MA 02115
USA

Phone (617) 373-4453
Email: p.james@neu.edu

Visit the website at http://www.worldhistorynetwork.org