FELLOWSHIPS IN THE HUMANITIES 2010-2011
The Newberry’s fellowships support humanities research in our
collections. We promise wide-ranging and rich collections; a lively
interdisciplinary community of researchers; individual consultations on
your research with staff curators, librarians, and scholars; and an
array of scholarly and public programs.
LONG-TERM FELLOWSHIPS
These awards support research and writing by scholars with a doctorate.
Their purpose is to help fellows develop or complete larger-scale
studies that draw on our collections, and to foster intellectual
exchange among fellows and the Library community. Fellowship terms
range from six to eleven months with stipends of up to $50,400.
Long-term applications are due January 11, 2010
Major long-term fellowship funding is provided by the National Endowment
for the Humanities, The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, and Dr. Audrey
Lumsden-Kouvel.
SHORT-TERM FELLOWSHIPS
Ph.D. candidates and scholars with a doctorate are eligible for
short-term travel-to-collections fellowships. Their purpose is to help
researchers study specific materials at the Newberry that are not
readily available to them elsewhere. Short-term fellowships are usually
awarded for a period of one month. Most are restricted to scholars who
live and work outside the Chicago area. Stipends are $1600 per month.
NEW: We invite short-term fellowship applications from teams of two or
three scholars who plan to collaborate intensively on a single,
substantive project. The individual scholars on a team awarded a
fellowship will each receive a full stipend of $1600 per month. Teams
should submit a single application, including cover sheets and CVs from
each member.
Short-term applications are due March 1, 2010.
We also offer exchange fellowships with British, French and German
institutions, a fellowship for American Indian women pursuing any
post-graduate education, and a fellowship for published independent
scholars.
For more information or to download application materials, visit our
website at: http://www.newberry.org/research/felshp/fellowshome.html
Or contact:
Research and Education
The Newberry Library
60 West Walton Street
Chicago, IL 60610
312.255.3666
research@newberry.org
-- Research and Education
The Newberry Library
60 West Walton Street
Chicago, IL 60610
T: 312.255.3666
F: 312.255.3680
Sunday, October 25, 2009
Sunday, October 11, 2009
Medieval Academy of the Pacific
This is a reminder of the upcoming deadline for the submission of abstracts for the Medieval Academy of the Pacific conference (March 5-6, 2010, Tacoma).
The CFP is available at the MAP website (http://www.csun. edu/english/ map09/); the deadline is October 15, '09.
Please note: MAP membership is required for the submission of an abstract. The standard membership fee is $25, while student membership fee is $15. You can register as a member online on the MAP website and you can also submit your abstract online. For further information, please see the attached CFP.
Keynote speakers will be Sharon Farmer, University of California, Santa Barbara and Jeffrey Hamburger from Harvard University.
On behalf of the local organizing committee, Kriszta Kotsis
Kriszta Kotsis
Assistant Professor
Art Department
University of Puget Sound
1500 N. Warner Street
Tacoma, WA 98416-1072
253-879-3705
The CFP is available at the MAP website (http://www.csun. edu/english/ map09/); the deadline is October 15, '09.
Please note: MAP membership is required for the submission of an abstract. The standard membership fee is $25, while student membership fee is $15. You can register as a member online on the MAP website and you can also submit your abstract online. For further information, please see the attached CFP.
Keynote speakers will be Sharon Farmer, University of California, Santa Barbara and Jeffrey Hamburger from Harvard University.
On behalf of the local organizing committee, Kriszta Kotsis
Kriszta Kotsis
Assistant Professor
Art Department
University of Puget Sound
1500 N. Warner Street
Tacoma, WA 98416-1072
253-879-3705
eath, Disasters, Downturn. The Archaeology of Crises CFP
Graduate Archaeology at Oxford and the School of Archaeology at the
University of Oxford invite the submission of proposals for papers
and posters to an interdisciplinary conference titled "Death,
Disasters, Downturn. The Archaeology of Crises." Oxford, 24-25 April
2010.
"From plagues to economic collapses, natural disasters to the deaths
of loved ones, crisis, in its social, economic, psychological,
biological, and ecological manifestations has indelibly shaped human
existence. Since it is often in the breakdown of societies that the
structures which composed them become clearest, crises provide an
especially good window onto how groups have functioned historically.
It can affect entire communities or single individuals; it can be
confined to a singular time and space or it can reoccur episodically.
As some of the most fascinating moments in human history, isolated
cases or forms of crisis have been much-discussed among scholars
within single fields. Rarely, however, have such debates crossed the
boundaries of specific disciplines to be studied in a wider,
over-arching context."
The goal of this conference is to start a discussion about the
archaeological study of crises from across disciplines: sciences,
archaeology, anthropology, ancient history. The questions we will
raise are manifold: what constitutes a crisis? Which groups in the
past have been most affected by crises? How can the archaeological
record shed light on crises of various magnitudes? Most importantly,
how can the archaeology of crisis be used to shed light on societies
past and present?
Abstracts should not exceed 500 words in length and should be sent as
attachments (in PDF format) to: gao@arch.ox.ac.uk
Deadline for abstract submission: Sunday, 6 December 2009.
Selected papers will be published in a volume, as part of the GAO
monograph series.
For further information visit: the GAO website (
http://www.arch.ox.ac.uk/conferences/articles/gao-annual-conference.html
)
University of Oxford invite the submission of proposals for papers
and posters to an interdisciplinary conference titled "Death,
Disasters, Downturn. The Archaeology of Crises." Oxford, 24-25 April
2010.
"From plagues to economic collapses, natural disasters to the deaths
of loved ones, crisis, in its social, economic, psychological,
biological, and ecological manifestations has indelibly shaped human
existence. Since it is often in the breakdown of societies that the
structures which composed them become clearest, crises provide an
especially good window onto how groups have functioned historically.
It can affect entire communities or single individuals; it can be
confined to a singular time and space or it can reoccur episodically.
As some of the most fascinating moments in human history, isolated
cases or forms of crisis have been much-discussed among scholars
within single fields. Rarely, however, have such debates crossed the
boundaries of specific disciplines to be studied in a wider,
over-arching context."
The goal of this conference is to start a discussion about the
archaeological study of crises from across disciplines: sciences,
archaeology, anthropology, ancient history. The questions we will
raise are manifold: what constitutes a crisis? Which groups in the
past have been most affected by crises? How can the archaeological
record shed light on crises of various magnitudes? Most importantly,
how can the archaeology of crisis be used to shed light on societies
past and present?
Abstracts should not exceed 500 words in length and should be sent as
attachments (in PDF format) to: gao@arch.ox.ac.uk
Deadline for abstract submission: Sunday, 6 December 2009.
Selected papers will be published in a volume, as part of the GAO
monograph series.
For further information visit: the GAO website (
http://www.arch.ox.ac.uk/conferences/articles/gao-annual-conference.html
)
Saturday, October 10, 2009
Francesc Eiximenis Conference
on occasion of the six-hundred anniversary of the death of the Franciscan
Francesc Eiximenis (c1330-1409), the Institut de Llengua i Cultura Catalanes
of the Universitat de Girona (Span), see of the "Francesc Eiximenis Complete
Works" editorial board, organizes an International Conference entirely
dedicated to this figure, on November 12th-14th 2009.
The conference webpage provides updated information about the event's
details (programme, plenary sessions, papers, registration etc):
http://www.congreseiximenis2009.narpan.net/
Francesc Eiximenis (c1330-1409), the Institut de Llengua i Cultura Catalanes
of the Universitat de Girona (Span), see of the "Francesc Eiximenis Complete
Works" editorial board, organizes an International Conference entirely
dedicated to this figure, on November 12th-14th 2009.
The conference webpage provides updated information about the event's
details (programme, plenary sessions, papers, registration etc):
http://www.congreseiximenis2009.narpan.net/
Texas Medieval Association to be held October 23-24
The complete program, online registration form, conference hotel
information, and other details are now available for the 19th Annual
Meeting of the Texas Medieval Association to be held October 23-24 at
the University of Texas in Austin:
http://pages.towson.edu/duncan/tmahome.html
information, and other details are now available for the 19th Annual
Meeting of the Texas Medieval Association to be held October 23-24 at
the University of Texas in Austin:
http://pages.towson.edu/duncan/tmahome.html
Dumbarton Oaks Colloquium: Light, surface, spirit: phenomenology and aesthetics in Byzantine art
Dumbarton Oaks Colloquium: Light, surface, spirit: phenomenology and
aesthetics in Byzantine art
12-13 November 2009
organized by Ioli Kalavrezou and Bissera Pentcheva.
Registration is required and will be limited to the first 50 persons
to submit their registration forms. The DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION IS
OCTOBER 31, 2009.
The registration form is available along with the program on our
website: http://www.doaks. org/research/ byzantine/ doaks_byz_
colloquium_ 2009_11_12. html
aesthetics in Byzantine art
12-13 November 2009
organized by Ioli Kalavrezou and Bissera Pentcheva.
Registration is required and will be limited to the first 50 persons
to submit their registration forms. The DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION IS
OCTOBER 31, 2009.
The registration form is available along with the program on our
website: http://www.doaks. org/research/ byzantine/ doaks_byz_
colloquium_ 2009_11_12. html
Call for Papers for the Digital Humanities 2010
We are pleased to announce the Call for Papers for the Digital Humanities 2010 Conference.
Alliance of Digital Humanities Organizations
Digital Humanities 2010
Call for Papers
Abstract Deadline: Oct. 31, 2009
Proposals must be submitted electronically using the system which will be available at the conference web site from October 8th. Presentations may be any of the following:
‧ Single papers (abstract max of 1500 words)
‧ Multiple paper sessions (overview max of 500 words)
‧ Posters (abstract max of 1500 words)
Call for Papers Announcement
The International Programme Committee invites submissions of abstracts of between 750 and 1500 words on any aspect of humanities computing, broadly defined to encompass the common ground between information technology and problems in humanities research and teaching. We welcome submissions in all areas of the humanities, particularly interdisciplinary work. We especially encourage submissions on the current state of the art in humanities computing, and on recent developments.
Suitable subjects for proposals include, for example,
* text analysis, corpora, language processing, language learning
* IT in librarianship and documentation
* computer-based research in cultural and historical studies
* computing applications for the arts, architecture and music
* research issues such as: information design and modelling; the cultural impact of the new media
* the role of digital humanities in academic curricula
The special theme of the 2010 conference is cultural heritage old and new.
The range of topics covered is reflected in the journals of the associations: Literary and Linguistic Computing (LLC), Oxford University Press, and the Digital Humanities Quarterly, http://www.digitalhumanities.org/dhq/.
The deadline for submitting paper, session and poster proposals to the Programme Committee is Oct. 31th, 2009. All submissions will be refereed. Presenters will be notified of acceptance February 24, 2010.
The electronic submission form will be available at the conference site from October 8th, 2009 (which will be linked from http://www.cch.kcl.ac.uk/dh2010/papers/call.html).
Anyone who has previously used the ConfTool system to submit proposals or reviews or to register for a Digital Humanities conference should use their existing account rather than setting up a new one.
If anyone has forgotten their user name and/or password please contact dh2010 at digitalhumanities.org.
See below for full details on submitting proposals.
Proposals for (non-refereed, or vendor) demos and for pre-conference tutorials and workshops should be made to the local conference organizer as early as possible.
For more information on the conference in general please visit the DH2010 web site. http://www.cch.kcl.ac.uk/dh2010/.
Types of Proposals
Proposals to the Programme Committee may be of three types: (1) papers, (2) poster presentations and/or software demonstrations, and (3) sessions (either three-paper or panel sessions). The type of submission must be specified in the proposal.
Papers and posters may be given in English, French, German, Italian or Spanish.
1) Papers
Proposals for papers (750-1500 words) should describe original, unpublished work: preferably completed research with substantial results, but also the development of significant new methodologies, or rigorous theoretical or critical discussions. Individual papers have 20 min. for presentation and 10 for questions.
Proposals concerning new computing methodologies should show how the methodologies are applied to humanities research, and should critically assess the application. Those concerning a particular application should compare earlier traditional and computational approaches and should also assess the new methodologies. References are naturally required. Those describing the creation or use of digital resources should follow these guidelines as far as possible.
2) Poster Presentations and Software Demonstrations
Poster sessions showcase some of the most important and innovative work being done in humanities computing. Poster presentations may include technology and project demonstrations. Hence the term poster/demo to refer to different possible combinations of printed and computer based presentations. There should be no difference in quality between poster/demo presentations and papers, and the format for proposals is the same for both. The same academic standards also apply, but posters/demos may be more suitable way for late-breaking work, or work in progress. Both will be submitted to the same refereeing process. The choice between the two modes of presentation (poster/demo or paper) should depend on the most effective and informative way of communicating the scientific content of the proposal.
Poster presentations are less formal and more interactive than talks. Poster presenters can present their work and exchange ideas one-on-one and in detail with those most deeply interested. Presenters will have about two square meters of board space for display and may also wish to provide handouts. Posters remain on display throughout the conference, and are the sole focus of separate dedicated poster sessions. Additional times may be available for software or project
demonstrations.
As an acknowledgement of the special contribution of the posters to the conference, the Programme Committee will award a prize for the best poster.
3) Sessions
Sessions (90 minutes) take the form of either:
Three papers. The proposal should include a 500-word statement describing the session topic, include abstracts of 750-1500 words for each paper, and indicate that each author is willing to participate in the session. All speakers are required to register for the conference and to participate in the session. Focused sessions should have added value when compared to the set of the individual papers.
or
A panel of four to six speakers. The proposal is an abstract of 750-1500 words describing the panel topic, how discussion will be organized, the names and affiliations of all the speakers, and an indication that each speaker is willing to participate in the session. All speakers are required to register for the conference and to participate in the session.
International Programme Committee
Elisabeth Burr
Richard Cunningham
Jan-Christoph Meister
Elli Mylonas
Brent Nelson
John Nerbonne (Chair)
Bethany Noviskie
Jan Rybicki
John Walsh
–
Digital Humanities 2010
https://secure.digitalhumanities.org/
Alliance of Digital Humanities Organizations
Digital Humanities 2010
Call for Papers
Abstract Deadline: Oct. 31, 2009
Proposals must be submitted electronically using the system which will be available at the conference web site from October 8th. Presentations may be any of the following:
‧ Single papers (abstract max of 1500 words)
‧ Multiple paper sessions (overview max of 500 words)
‧ Posters (abstract max of 1500 words)
Call for Papers Announcement
The International Programme Committee invites submissions of abstracts of between 750 and 1500 words on any aspect of humanities computing, broadly defined to encompass the common ground between information technology and problems in humanities research and teaching. We welcome submissions in all areas of the humanities, particularly interdisciplinary work. We especially encourage submissions on the current state of the art in humanities computing, and on recent developments.
Suitable subjects for proposals include, for example,
* text analysis, corpora, language processing, language learning
* IT in librarianship and documentation
* computer-based research in cultural and historical studies
* computing applications for the arts, architecture and music
* research issues such as: information design and modelling; the cultural impact of the new media
* the role of digital humanities in academic curricula
The special theme of the 2010 conference is cultural heritage old and new.
The range of topics covered is reflected in the journals of the associations: Literary and Linguistic Computing (LLC), Oxford University Press, and the Digital Humanities Quarterly, http://www.digitalhumanities.org/dhq/.
The deadline for submitting paper, session and poster proposals to the Programme Committee is Oct. 31th, 2009. All submissions will be refereed. Presenters will be notified of acceptance February 24, 2010.
The electronic submission form will be available at the conference site from October 8th, 2009 (which will be linked from http://www.cch.kcl.ac.uk/dh2010/papers/call.html).
Anyone who has previously used the ConfTool system to submit proposals or reviews or to register for a Digital Humanities conference should use their existing account rather than setting up a new one.
If anyone has forgotten their user name and/or password please contact dh2010 at digitalhumanities.org.
See below for full details on submitting proposals.
Proposals for (non-refereed, or vendor) demos and for pre-conference tutorials and workshops should be made to the local conference organizer as early as possible.
For more information on the conference in general please visit the DH2010 web site. http://www.cch.kcl.ac.uk/dh2010/.
Types of Proposals
Proposals to the Programme Committee may be of three types: (1) papers, (2) poster presentations and/or software demonstrations, and (3) sessions (either three-paper or panel sessions). The type of submission must be specified in the proposal.
Papers and posters may be given in English, French, German, Italian or Spanish.
1) Papers
Proposals for papers (750-1500 words) should describe original, unpublished work: preferably completed research with substantial results, but also the development of significant new methodologies, or rigorous theoretical or critical discussions. Individual papers have 20 min. for presentation and 10 for questions.
Proposals concerning new computing methodologies should show how the methodologies are applied to humanities research, and should critically assess the application. Those concerning a particular application should compare earlier traditional and computational approaches and should also assess the new methodologies. References are naturally required. Those describing the creation or use of digital resources should follow these guidelines as far as possible.
2) Poster Presentations and Software Demonstrations
Poster sessions showcase some of the most important and innovative work being done in humanities computing. Poster presentations may include technology and project demonstrations. Hence the term poster/demo to refer to different possible combinations of printed and computer based presentations. There should be no difference in quality between poster/demo presentations and papers, and the format for proposals is the same for both. The same academic standards also apply, but posters/demos may be more suitable way for late-breaking work, or work in progress. Both will be submitted to the same refereeing process. The choice between the two modes of presentation (poster/demo or paper) should depend on the most effective and informative way of communicating the scientific content of the proposal.
Poster presentations are less formal and more interactive than talks. Poster presenters can present their work and exchange ideas one-on-one and in detail with those most deeply interested. Presenters will have about two square meters of board space for display and may also wish to provide handouts. Posters remain on display throughout the conference, and are the sole focus of separate dedicated poster sessions. Additional times may be available for software or project
demonstrations.
As an acknowledgement of the special contribution of the posters to the conference, the Programme Committee will award a prize for the best poster.
3) Sessions
Sessions (90 minutes) take the form of either:
Three papers. The proposal should include a 500-word statement describing the session topic, include abstracts of 750-1500 words for each paper, and indicate that each author is willing to participate in the session. All speakers are required to register for the conference and to participate in the session. Focused sessions should have added value when compared to the set of the individual papers.
or
A panel of four to six speakers. The proposal is an abstract of 750-1500 words describing the panel topic, how discussion will be organized, the names and affiliations of all the speakers, and an indication that each speaker is willing to participate in the session. All speakers are required to register for the conference and to participate in the session.
International Programme Committee
Elisabeth Burr
Richard Cunningham
Jan-Christoph Meister
Elli Mylonas
Brent Nelson
John Nerbonne (Chair)
Bethany Noviskie
Jan Rybicki
John Walsh
–
Digital Humanities 2010
https://secure.digitalhumanities.org/
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