You are cordially invited to participate in the second annual International Conference on Igbo Studies to be held April 2-3, 2004 on the campus of Howard University; Washington, D.C. Jointly sponsored by the Igbo Studies Association and Howard University School of Social Work, E. Franklin Frazier Center for Social Work esearch, the theme of the conference is:
The Igbo in the 21st Century: Leadership, Society, and Development
The conference will center on the IgboÂ--their environment and society,their Diaspora, and Igbo relations with their neighbors. We especially welcome papers that interpret, analyze, and reconstruct the many facets of Igbo language, history, and society such as Igbo leadership, interethnic relations, power structures in Nigeria, and the role of Igbo Diaspora in the development of Igboland. We invite research that cuts across theoretical and disciplinary boundaries to focus on the Igbo and all that is relevant to them.
CONFERENCE AREAS AND TOPICS The conference will focus on all aspects of the study and progress of Igbo people including: history, language, people, politics, anthropology, sociology, economy, religion, culture, literature, gender, health, environment, infrastructure, agriculture, organization, architecture, archaeology, art, science, technology, and conflict.
ABSTRACTS AND PAPER SUBMISSION Proposals should not exceed 500 words, and can be submitted electronically as MS Word or PDF file format to nnadozie@truman.edu. We will also accept completed papers for inclusion at the conference; completed papers can be sent to the above email address and should either be in MS Word or PDF format.
AUDIOVISUAL EQUIPMENT The only audiovisual equipment provided for most meetings will be an overhead projector and a screen. Video or data projection or any other equipment, if needed, will have to be supplied by the presenter.
REGISTRATION FEES Conference activities include keynote addresses, special policy and problem solving sessions as well as cultural activities. There will be a $50.00 registration fee to help organizers and participants defray expenses.
ACCOMMODATION AND TRAVEL INFORMATION The conference venue will alternate between the Holiday Inn Georgetown and Howard University
Accommodation:
The conference Hotel is the Holiday Inn Georgetown
Holiday Inn Georgetown 2101 Wisconsin Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20007
Individuals should make their own travel arrangements. Making your travel arrangements in time will enable you to take advantage of argains.
Use any one of the three Airports in the Washington DC area: Washington Dulles, National, and Baltimore/Washington (BWI). National is the most convenient for easy access to Georgetown but Dulles and BWI are better bargains. Staying till Sunday will usually give you a cheaper rate.
IMPORTANT DATES December 2, 2003 Proposal Deadline.
April 2-3, 2004 International Conference on Igbo Studies.
CONFERENCE CONTACTS Further details can be found at the Conference web page:
All inquiries should be directed to shass@truman.edu or fadzaids@hotmail.com.
Howard University Contact: Dr. Mike Mbanaso: (202) 806-8101; E-mail Address: MMBANASO@FAC.HOWARD.EDU
Emmanuel Nnadozie, Ph. D. Chair, Igbo Studies Association Truman State University 100 E. Normal Kirksville, MO 63501 (660) 785-5393 (660) 785-7524 [fax]
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