Call for Papers: SORAC 2002 International Conference, 11/02

"Internalist vs. Externalist Interpretations of African History and Culture"

Date: November 7, 8 and 9, 2002 Deadline: Abstracts (300-500 words) must be submitted by June 15, 2002 Place: Montclair State University, New Jersey.

Keynote Speakers:

Professor Ali Mazrui, Binghamton University Professor George Ayittey, American University

SORAC calls for papers in all fields of African and related studies (history, anthropology, literature, language, culture, sociology, politics, gender, black studies, religion, etc. Cross-cultural and comparative approaches are also welcome) that would critically look at the history of Africa and its diaspora with a view to shedding light on either one of these positions. All periods of African and diasporic histories and their interactions with the outside world (ancient, precolonial, colonial, post-independence, etc.) may be explored. It will also be good for speakers to offer possible solutions to the various issues raised.

Abstracts may be submitted by: E-mail: mengarad@mail.montclair.edu - Post mail: in the form of both a computer disk and a hard copy (Microsoft word or WordPerfect). If sending abstract by email, do not send email attachments as we will not open these (danger of viruses). Simply cut and paste your text in your email. Mail your abstract to: Dr. Daniel Mengara, Executive Director SORAC French Department, Montclair State University Upper Montclair, New Jersey 07043 (USA).

Check SORAC Web site for updates: http://chss2.montclair.edu/sorac.

If mailing your abstract, please be sure to include a self-addressed envelope with appropriate postage. Abstracts submitted without a self-addressed (stamped) envelope will not be considered (except when mailed from outside the US).

You may contact the following people for more information on the conference: Mrs. Sally Garson, Administrative Assistant, 973-655-7516, garsons@mail.montclair.edu

Dr. Rabia Redouane, 973-655-7421, redouaner@mail.montclair.edu

Dr. Daniel Mengara, 973-655-5143, mengarad@mail.montclair.edu

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