Koç University has organised an undergraduate conference on the theme of Narrating History, to be held on May 12th. I know some of you were thinking about putting in proposals to present a paper at the Bilkent conference - if you didn't manage to do that, maybe you could do this instead. If you are doing a dissertation that fits this topic, presenting your research at this conference might be an excellent idea.
Again, I'm happy to help anyone who wants to put together a proposal. Here is what Koç says about the conference:
This one-day conference will allow undergraduate students to present any academic work that deals with the issue of how historical events are narrated through both fictional and non-fictional writings, films, photography, and other forms of media and fine arts.
This is an excellent opportunity to interact with students from across Istanbul in a relaxed atmosphere. By presenting your research you will also gain valuable experience that will be useful in job searches and graduate programs. Come join us for a great day of food, fun and scholarship!
Students will present a 7-8 page paper or a powerpoint presentation, in English, for 20 minutes, on any aspect of history and narrative. If you are interested, please submit a one-paragraph summary of your work to edebiyat@ku.edu.tr by March 15, 2011. This conference is open to all universities and departments. Complete panels (up to four participants) are also accepted.
Some Specific Examples:
-Personal histories: diaries, auto/biographies
-Ethics and the writing of history
-History in textbooks
-Historiography
-Historical sites in fiction
-Remembrance and Representation
-Travel writings
Or any topics that are related to narrating history are welcome.
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