JUA: Penn African Studies Bulletin (02/25/02)

- SPECIAL JOB NOTICE - EVENTS & LECTURE SERIES AT PENN - PENN SUMMER PROGRAMS IN AFRICA - ANNOUNCEMENTS - CONFERENCES - CALL FOR PAPERS - CALL FOR ARTICLES - SCHOLARSHIPS & FELLOWSHIPS - AFRICA-RELATED SUMMER PROGRAMS - JOB OPPORTUNITIES

SPECIAL JOB NOTICE

AFRICAN LANGUAGE COORDINATOR AND LECTURER IN FOREIGN LANGUAGES

The University of Pennsylvania looks to hire a candidate to serve as African Language Coordinator in the African Studies Center and as teacher of one of our regularly-taught African languages (such as Swahili, Yoruba, Twi, or Wolof). The position requires a candidate with experience in developing, managing, and coordinating a university-level African language program. The candidate will need to conduct language teaching workshops, oversee language teaching for conformity and quality control, supervise the teaching of languages which have little or no teaching resources, and coordinate a unique individualized language teaching/learning program. We look for someone with skills in developing multi-media materials for language instruction, including the use of the Internet, as well as someone with experience in grant writing to secure local and national funding for development of language materials and other projects related to African language teaching and learning. The candidate is expected to be actively involved in language associations and willing to collaborate with other language teachers in Africa-related projects.

Ph.D. in Linguistics, Language Education, or related field required, as well as experience in African language teaching at all levels of language proficiency.

Please send application letter, resume, and at least three letters of recommendation to: Director, African Studies Center University of Pennsylvania 649 Williams Hall Philadelphia, PA 19104-6305 Applications are in the process of being reviewed.

The University of Pennsylvania is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

EVENTS AT PENN

African Studies Center:

February 26th, 2002 Challenges to Health and Society in Africa HIV in BOTSWANA: THE CHALLENGES (AND REWARDS) OF DEVELOPING A NATIONAL TREATMENT PROGRAM Speaker: Dr. Stephen Gluckman 4:30 p.m.; Venue : Room 252 in BRB II / III Sponsored by : Africa Health Group, African Studies Center, Office of International Medical Programs.

February 27, 2002 Undergraduate Brown Bag Presentation: "The Afro? Reasons for Greater Economic Integration" Tambu Munhutu 12 noon, 652 Williams Hall.

March 1, 2002 Scholar For A Day Professor Maurice Bloch London School of Economics (UK), 8:30a.m-5:30p.m. Ben Franklin Room 218 Houston Hall.

The graduate students and faculty of the African Studies Center at the University of Pennsylvania are happy to announce that Professor Maurice Bloch will be the 2002 Scholar for a Day. This event, which consists of a day-long seminar, organized by graduate students of all disciplines, is designed to provide students and faculty with exposure to a leading scholar in African Studies. The African Studies Center has previously hosted Jane Guyer (1995), John and Jean Comaroff (1996), Valentin Y. Mudimbe (1997), Ngugi Wa Thiongo (1998), Joahnnes Fabian (1999), Karin Barber (2000), and Terence Ranger (2001). Anyone who is interested in being a discussant of the four sessions of the seminar should contact the chairs of the planning committee:

Elisa Elisa von Joeden-Forgey (jvon@sas.upenn.edu) and David Samper (dsamper@sas. upenn.edu).

March 13, 2002 Africa Film Series: Long Nights Journey into Day 5:00p.m.-7:00p.m. 421 Williams Hall.

March 15, 2002 Outreach Workshop: Teaching about African Cultures, 3:00p.m.-6:00p.m. (location TBA).

March 22, 2002 Spring Lecture Series: Money in Atlantic Africa Jane Guyer, Northwestern University 12 noon-1:30 p.m. Griski Room, 3rd Floor, Houston Hall.

March 29, 2002 Outreach Workshop: Africa in US Media 9:00a.m.-4:00p.m. (location TBA).

April 3, 2002 The Smell of Money: African Entrepreneurs in New York City Professor Paul Stoller, West Chester University (time and location TBA).

April 5, 2002 African Language Cultural Day 5:00p.m.-8:00p.m. (location TBA).

April 4, 2002 Outreach Workshop: Teaching about African Immigrants Balch Institute of Ethnic Studies 3:30p.m.-6:00p.m. 18 South Seventh Street.

April 11-14, 2002 Conference: Liberian Studies Association University Sheraton Hotel.

April 12, 2002 Spring Lecture Series: Race and Crime in Colonial Zanzibar Jonathan Glassman 12 noon-1:30p.m. Ben Franklin Room, Houston Hall, # 218.

April 26, 2002 Outreach Workshop: Doing Business in Africa 9:00a.m.-4:00p.m. Ben Franklin Room, Houston Hall, #218.

The Spring Lecture Series: Labor History in Tanzania Frederick Kaijage, University of Dar-es-Salaam WILL BE RE-SCHEDULED

PENN SUMMER PROGRAMS IN AFRICA

Penn in Dar-Es-Salaam University of Dar-Es-Salaam July 8th to August 9th. 2002

Penn in Dar-Es-Salaam is a five week program which provides undergraduate students with an opportunity to study at the University of Dar-Es-Salaam, in Tanzania. The program offers a menu of courses covering topics on Tanzania and other East African countries. Courses range from Government and Politics, Development, Conflict Resolution in Africa, and Ki-Swahili Language and Culture. There will be weekly field trips for each course within and around Dar-es-Salaam.

Application deadline is April 1st, 2002. For further information, please contact:

Dr. Paul Kaiser Associate Director African Studies Center Penn-in-Dar Es Salaam Program 647 Williams Hall Philadelphia, PA 19104 Phone: 215 898 6971 E-mail: pkaiser@sas.upenn.edu http://ccat.sas.upenn.edu/afl/pennindar.html

Group Projects Abroad in Africa (GPA)

The Association of African Studies Programs and the African Language Teachers Association announce the Fulbright-Hays Advanced Intensive Summer 2002 Group Projects Abroad in Africa for Kiswahili (http://www.uga.edu/afrstu/GPA.htm)

Twi (http://web.africa.ufl.edu/announce/Fulb-Hays.html)

Isizulu (htpp://www.yale.edu/zulu)

ANNOUNCEMENTS

CONFERENCES

March 1-2, 2002 Symposium at Macalester College: "The Future of Southern Sudan: Differing Perspectives" Macalester College Saint Paul, Minnesota

The Sudan Symposium is a Macalester College student initiative with special support provided by Westminster Presbyterian Church, the Presbytery of the Twin Cities, and Minnesota International Center.

International Conference on "Africa in Europe" (Italy)

Conference title: "IMAGES OF AFRICA IN EUROPE" (April 19-20, 2002). The conference will be sponsored by the University of Trieste, the Univeristy of Genova, IULM of Milan (Italy), the French Cultural Center in Milan, the WWF Lombardia. Conference organizer: Dr. El Hadj Alioune N' Diaye (Ph.D, African-Asian Studies, University of Siena, Italy).

CONFERENCE OBJECTIVES: 1. To create awareness of Africa in Europe; 2. To highlight Italy's role as a geographical and intellectual "bridge"
between Europe and Africa; 3. To positively contribute to the current debate on North - South
relations and Globalization.

For further information please contact:

Dr. El Hadj Alioune N' Diaye, Ph.D. African-Asian Studies University of Siena (Italy ) e-mail: Baye.Ndiaye@elvia.it

International Conference on the "Horn of Africa" in Rome (Italy)

Conference title: "Horn of Africa between History and Politics" (Rome, May 25-27, 2002).

This conference will be sponsored by the University of Bologna, the University of Roma Tor Vergata, the University of Rome Tre, the University of Dalarna, (Sweden), and the Centre Etudes et Recherches Internationales (CERI), Paris.

CONFERENCE OBJECTIVES: 1. Historical and political analysis of the Italian presence in the
Horn of Africa and the role of the humanistic disciplines in the historical relationships between Italy and Africa. 2. The role of the NGOs and the main operative projects: critical
analysis of the past and future perspectives. 3. A contribution to peace: Discussion with official Italian and
African representatives.

Organizers: Dr. A.M. Gentili, Dr. M. Papa, Dr. I . Taddia (University of Bologna) Dr. H. Marcus (Michigan State university) Dr. L. Cassanelli (University of Pennsylvania) Dr. R. Marchal (CERI Paris)

For further information please contact:

Irma Taddia Dipartimento di Discipline Storiche (Department of Historical Disciplines) Piazza S. Giovanni in Monte 2 40124 Bologna, Italy Tel. 051 209 76 74 Fax 051 209 76 20 e-mail:taddia_i@mail.cib.unibo.it

Conference Title:
"Africa in the Context of North-South Relations" (9th Conference of Africanists) Conference Date:
May 21-23, 2002 Conference Location:
Moscow, Russia Contacts:
Conference Organizing Committee, Institute for African Studies. 103001, 30/1, Spiridonovka Street, Moscow, Russia, Tel. 290 27 52, 290 63 85, fax 202 07 86, E-mail: inter@inafr.ru, copy to vladimir.shubin@inafr.ru Prof Alexei Vassiliev Chair, Conference Organizing Committee Chair, Academic Council on Problems of Africa, Director, Institute for African Studies, RAS

Conference Title:
"African Research & Documentation in the New Millennium" (A two day Conference to mark the 40th anniversary of the Standing Conference on Library Materials on Africa (SCOLMA) Conference Date:
25-26 June 2002 Conference Location:
University of Oxford (UK) Contacts:
David Blake, Librarian, Commonwealth Secretariat, Marlborough House, Pall Mall, London SW1Y 5HX Tel: +44 (0)20 7747 6164 Fax: +44 (0)20 7747 6168 Email: scolma@hotmail.com For further details, including the final programme, check the following website: http:// www.soas.ac.uk/scolma

OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS

CALL FOR PAPERS

Conference Title:
"Youth Policy and the Policies of Youth in Africa" (Program on International Cooperation in Africa--PICA) Conference Date:
May 10-11, 2002 Conference Location:
Program of African Studies, Northwestern University, Evanston, Illinois Deadline:
March 1, 2002 (Abstract and C.V. submission). Contacts:
PICA Coordinator Program of African Studies, Northwestern University 620 Library Place, Evanston, Illinois 60208-4110, U.S.A.

Conference Title:
"Multilateral Initiative on Malaria (MIM)" Conference Dates:
November 2002 Conference Location:
Arusha, Tanzania Contacts:
Martin Alilo, MIM Secretariat, Multilateral Initiative on Malaria, Fogarty International Center, National Institutes of Health, 31 Center Drive MSC 2220, Building 31, Room B2C39, Bethesda, MD 20892; e-mail: Aliliom@mail.nih.gov.

Conference Title:
"Africa in the Information and Technology Age" (45th Annual Meeting of the African Studies Association--ASA), Conference Date:
December 5-8, 2002 Conference Location:
Marriott Wardman Park Hotel in Washington, DC Contacts:
Website: http://www.africanstudies.org/ for information on Call for Papers, Conference Theme Statement and Sub- Themes, Panel and Roundtable Proposal forms; and Membership and Pre-registration forms.

Conference Title:
"The Quest for Social Peace in Africa: Transformations, Democracy and Public Policy" Conference Date:
December 2002 Conference Location:
Organisation for Social Science Research in Eastern and Southern Africa (OSSREA), Khartoum, Sudan Deadline:
30 April 2002 (Abstract submission) Contacts:
OSSREA, P.O. Box 31971 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia E-mail: ossrea@telecom.net.et or pub.ossrea@telecom.net.et

Conference Title:
"Language Instruction for Diverse Users" Innovation in Language Instruction--National US/ED Title VI NRC, LRC, and CIBER Centers Project) Conference Dates:
March 9-11, 2003 Conference Location:
Washington, D.C. Contacts:
Prof. Roger Bresnahan, Coordinator Phone: 517-355-3507 E-mail: bresnaha@msu.edu or Prof. Margo Glew, Assistant Coordinator Phone: 517-432-2286 E-mail: glewmarg@msu.edu.

Conference Title:
"15th International Conference of Ethiopian Studies" Conference Date:
July 14-18, 2003, Conference Location:
Hamburg, Germany Deadline:
June 15, 2002 (Abstract submission) Abstract Length:
300 words abstract Contacts:
Organizing Committee 15th ICES Organizing Committee, Hamburg University, Asia-Africa Institute, Edmund-Siemers-Allee 1, D-20146 Hamburg, GERMANY. Fax: +49-40-42838-5675 email: ices2003@uni-hamburg.de Website: http://www.rrz.uni-hamburg.de/ICES2003

CALL FOR ARTICLES

Journal Title:
"Ethical Issues in Southern African Archives and Libraries" (Special issue, no.24, of the Journal Innovation--Pietermaritzburg) Themes:
- Various ethical issues surrounding the handling of, and access to archives and intellectual property. - A practical approach to library issues of general interest - Original, controversial or even provocative viewpoints - Critical understanding of the socio-political, educational and
economic realities of contemporary South and Southern Africa commitment to library and information work in a post-apartheid South Africa. Article Length:
Submit articles (3,000 - 4,000) shorter contributions (up to 1,000 words) Each article should be accompanied by an abstract of not more than 100 words. Contacts:
Dr Peter Limb, Africana Bibliographer, MSU Libraries 100 Library, Room E224B, Michigan State University East Lansing, MI 48824-1048, USA Phone: (517) 432-4983; Fax: (517) 432-3532. Email: limb@msu.edu or plimb@mail.h-net.msu.edu

Book Title:
"HIV/AIDS and African Children: Health Challenges and Educational Possibilities" Editors:
Arvind Singhal and W. Stephen Howard Ohio University Themes:
- public health; - communication; - education; - development; - social work; - submissions with implications for policy, strategy, and advocacy. Article Length:
Abstract of 200 words with contact information and brief biographies of all authors should accompany the manuscript. Full-length chapters (6,000 to 7,000 words). Shorter case-studies (1,000 to 2,500 words). Submission Deadline:
April 1, 2002. Contacts:
Please mail one hard copy of the manuscript and one copy on floppy disk (in MS-Word format) for consideration to Steve Howard, Director, African Studies Program, Burson House, Ohio University, Athens, OH 45701, USA. Submissions may also be made via email attachments to: howard@ohio.edu. For substantive information, please feel free to contact either of the volume editors; Arvind Singhal (Tel: 740-593-4903; Fax: 740-593-4810; email: singhal@ohio.edu) or W.Stephen Howard (Tel: 740-593-1834; Fax: 740-593-1837; email: howard@ohio.edu).

Journal Title:
Special Issue: "Tourism in Africa" Editors:
Elizabeth le Roux Themes:
- Focus on tourism in Africa, especially as it relates to development and the African renaissance Article Length:
4000-6000 word limit (including notes and references). Submission Deadline:
May 31, 2002 Contacts: Elizabeth le Roux Editor: Africa Insight Africa Institute of South Africa PO Box 630 Pretoria 0001 South Africa E-mail: beth@ai.org.za

SCHOLARSHIPS & FELLOWSHIPS

Summer FLAS Award Competition African Studies Center, University of Pennsylvania

Two Foreign Language and Area Studies summer fellowships are available to graduate and Ph.D students for summer study of Intensive Elementary Swahili I & II and Intensive Elementary Amharic I & II at Penn. Fellowships are open to students nationwide on a competitive basis. Each award covers tuition up to $3,600 and a stipend of $2,400. Deadline: March 15, 2002.

For complete information on the application process, contact: Lynette Loose FLAS Coordinator by e-mail: lloose@sas.upenn.edu or telephone: (215) 898-3883

UNIVERSITY OF CAMBRIDGE--African Studies Centre

African Studies Visiting Research Fellowships Scheme The Centre of African Studies invites applications for four Visiting Research Fellowships around the theme of Good Governance and Human Rights in Africa from candidates in all the disciplines in the humanities and social sciences. Applications from scholars working in NGOs, research institutes, academia, libraries, and museums are all welcome. Applicants from non-English speaking African countries are also encouraged, provided candidates can demonstrate a competent grasp of English. The appointments will take place from 1 January 2003 and is non-renewable. Fellows will be affiliated to various Colleges in Cambridge and will receive an allowance of Pound10,000 for a six month stay, out of which accommodation costs, maintenance and college fees will be payable.

Good Governance and Human Rights One of the most prominent characteristics of public administration and public law in Africa over the past decade has been the growing emphasis on good governance and the protection of human rights. This has in part been driven by the donor community but also by a widespread desire on the part of the people of many states to see their countries governed more effectively and efficiently and their rights better protected. The implementation of the principles of good governance remains a challenge but a challenge which it is necessary to meet and overcome. The Centre of African Studies invites applicants for its Research Fellowships to propose research which will address the theme of good governance and human rights in ways that are both scholarly and practical so that the results of the research may be expected to have a positive impact on particular problems of governance.

The closing date for applications is 12 April 2002. The University follows an equal opportunities policy. An application package is available from:

The Administrator University of Cambridge African Studies Centre Free School Lane Cambridge CB2 3RQ UK Tel/fax: +44 (0) 223 334396 african-studies@lists.cam.ac.uk www.african.cam.ac.uk

Research Fellowship on African Youth in a Global Age

The Social Science Research Council (SSRC) and the American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS), in partnership with South Africa's National Research Foundation (NRF) and the Council for the Development of Social Science Research in Africa (CODESRIA), is pleased to announce this year's program for research and training on African Youth in a Global Age. The theme for this year is African Youth, Civil Society and the NGO Sector. Applications are invited from junior researchers, whether academics, practitioners, or independent researchers. The fellowship includes support for field research and participation in pre- and post-field work workshops. Approximately eight research fellowships will be awarded this year. Funding for this year's program is provided by the Open Society Initiative for Southern Africa and the NRF.

Fellows will attend a five-day orientation workshop prior to research (in September 2002), receive a research grant of up to $10,000 USD for their field research, and attend a final workshop at the conclusion of their fieldwork.

African researchers based in the region who hold at least a Masters degree and who are no more than five years beyond a Ph.D. are eligible for this program. While the principal purpose of the program is to support junior researchers and practitioners based in an African institution, a few fellowships are also available to Ph.D. candidates who seek field research funding for their dissertations based in other regions.

Applications should include a research agenda (not more than 10 pages long), 2 letters of reference (required), one letter of support from an NGO (optional), graduate level academic transcripts, a detailed budget, a one page abstract, summarizing your research agenda, and a comprehensive curriculum vitae.

Please consult the website at www.ssrc.org, or contact the SSRC for more information prior to submitting an application. All questions should be directed to africa@ssrc.org, or to Funmi Vogt at 212-377-2700 ext. 452. Applications will be accepted in English, French, and Portuguese. However, workshops will be conducted in English. All applicants must be conversational in English.

Completed applications should be mailed to: SocialScience Research Council, Africa Program 810 7th Avenue; 31st Floor, New York, NY 10019 Tel: (212) 377-2700 ext. 452; Fax: (212) 377-2727 Email: africa@ssrc.org

Applicants from South Africa should send applications to: The Manager, Socio-Political Impact of Globalization: The Challenge for South Africa, National Research Foundation, P.O.Box 2600, PRETORIA, 0001. Applications are due no later than Tuesday April 2nd, 2002. Fellows will be notified in July, 2002.

WARC/CROA TRAVEL GRANT

The West African Research Center is now offering six (6) travel bursaries of up to $2000 to West African scholars and graduate students. These funds may be used to: 1) Attend and read papers at academic conferences relevant to the applicant's field of research; 2) Visit libraries or archives that contain resources necessary to the applicant's current academic work. Applications will consist of the following: a description (7 double-spaced pages maximum) of the applicant's research and how the proposed travel is relevant to this work; CV with research and teaching record when applicable; an abstract of the paper to be read and a letter of acceptance to the conference (for those wishing to attend meetings); a description of the collections to be consulted and their significance to the applicant's research (for those wishing to travel to libraries or archives). Graduate student applicants should, in addition, submit a letter of recommendation by the professor overseeing their research. For deadlines, please check with WARC/CROA in Dakar. For 2001-2002 WARC/CROA will conduct 2 application reviews: one in October and one in March. This year we allocated 7 bursaries out of a pool of 26 applications. We hope to be able to increase the number of bursaries in the very near future.

Submit applications to: WARC/CROA B.P. 5456 (Fann Residence) Rue E x LÈon G. Damas Dakar, Senegal Telephone: 9-011-221-8-24-20-62 Fax: 9-011-221-8-24-20-58 E-mail: assist@mail.ucad.sn

Graduate Fellowships - University of Toronto

The University of Toronto's Faculty of Law has two graduate fellowships available to individuals from Africa, Latin America, the Caribbean, Asia or possibly Central or Eastern Europe. The scholarships are designed to permit those who currently hold a law degree or equivalent qualifications to pursue a Master of Laws or Doctor of Juridical Science degrees. For more information contact:

The University of Toronto, 78 Queen's park, Toronto, Ontario M5S 2C5, Canada; Website: http://www.law.utoronto.ca/. E-mail: law.graduate@utoronto.ca. Phone: (416) 978-0213. Fax: (416) 978-2648.

CENTER OF CONCERN

The Center of Concern offers hope for creating a global society with economic justice for all. The Center is committed to creating a world where all economic structures and policies guarantee the dignity and the basic rights of every member of the human family.

Interns will work for the new gender, trade and development project. Graduate and junior/senior undergraduate students as well as recent college graduates are encouraged to apply. Interns must have a degree or concentration in gender, economics (with an interest in gender and international trade), and/or international affairs; good verbal and written skills. Interns are integral to the work of the global Women's project and are expected to handle administrative tasks, research information for the department and help with program work. Interns are asked to commit to the project for two to three days a week. Transportation and lunch are provided. Please mail/fax cover letters with resume and writing samples to: Candy Warner, Administrative Director, Center of Concern, 1225 Otis St., NE, Washington, DC 20017.

The Association Liaison Office

The Association Liaison Office for University Cooperation in Development announces the 2002 Request for Applications for Institutional Partnerships in Higher Education for International Development. $100,000 seed grants awarded through a cooperative agreement with USAID. Deadline is March 15, 2002. Full application and other supporting material may be found at http://www.aascu.org/alo/RFPs/RFPMain.htm

Volunteers/IFESH

The International Foundation for Education and Self- Help (IFESH) offers 9-month fellowship field study opportunities for graduate students. Fellows are expected to lend skills and expertise to grassroots, self- help programs and are provided with stipends, living allowances, health insurance and transportation. Academic credit is offered, depending on institution. Tuskegee University, the lead institution for the program, is responsible for pre-departure orientations. Countries with programs include: Tanzania, Central African Republic, Swaziland, Cote d'Ivoire, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, Zimbabwe, Niger, Guinea, Ethiopia, Cameroon, Botswana and Zaire. For more information, contact: International Foundation for Education and Self-Help, 5040 East Shea Blvd., Suite 260, Phoenix, AZ 85254-4610; Phone: (602) 443-1800.

Kenyan Language Instruction

Hekima Language Services Ltd was opened in January 1993 by two Kenyans and an American. The main objective is to offer tutorial instruction in Kenyan Languages, French and English mainly for communication and academic purposes. Hekima offers instruction on Kiswahili, Kikuyu, Kamba, Kuria, Kisili, Luhya, Luo, Masaai, and many more Kenyan languages. Language instruction is offered at all levels, for instance, Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced. Hekima Language Services Ltd is located in the outcast of Nairobi in a very quiet environment, ideal for learning. Currently, Hekima has programs with St. Lawrence University and Indiana University for FLAS (Title VI) funded students undertaking African Studies for summer study. For further details about the program contact: Director of African Studies, Hekima Language Services, PO Box 55838, Nairobi, Kenya; Phone: 890- 589; fax: 890-590; email: Hekimalanguage@yahoo.com.

AFRICA-RELATED SUMMER PROGRAMS

Summer Study in Mali

Program of African Studies (PAS) at Northwestern University announces a six-week summer study abroad program in Mali, directed by Bill Murphy (anthropology and PAS) and taught by Northwestern faculty, that will provide undergraduates with firsthand experience in African research and intellectual life on the African continent. For further information, call PAS at (847)- 491-7323.

Summer Cooperative African Language Institute

Michigan State University will host the national Summer Cooperative African Language Institute (SCALI) from June 19 through July 27, 2002. The intensive five and half-week instruction in African languages with cultural exposure is offered collaboratively by the Title VI National Resource Centers for African Language and Area Studies (Boston, Indiana, Michigan State, Ohio, Stanford, California- Berkeley, California-Los Angeles, Illinois, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, and Yale) and is funded by the U.S. Department of Education. Students will receive the equivalent of a full academic year of instruction during the institute.

Depending on the number of applicants, the following languages will be offered at the elementary and intermediate levels:

1) Priority I Languages: Amharic, Swahili (plus Level III), Wolof, Yoruba, Zulu.

2) Priority II Languages: Akan/Twi (2nd Yr. only)* Mandingo, Bamana/Bambara/Bemba Oromo, Chewa/Nyanja Rwanda, Fula/Fulfulde/Pulaar Shona, Hausa (2nd Yr. only)* Somali, Igbo Tswana/Sesotho, Kikuyu Tigrinya, Lingala Tonga, Luganda West African Krio, Malagasy Xhosa.

*Elementary levels will be offered by other universities. Students interested in attending the SCALI are highly encouraged to indicate their intention as soon as possible by completing the 'Expression of Interest' form at: www.isp.msu.edu/AfricanStudies/SCALI/scali.htm (This does not commit students to attend). Foreign Language and Area Studies (FLAS) Fellowships to attend SCALI are funded by the U.S. Department of Education and are available from Title VI African Studies Centers at the previously mentioned universities. You can apply directly to any of these institutions for a FLAS to attend SCALI. For names and telephone numbers at these universities, see the US/ED Contact List at the following web site address: http://www.ed.gov/offices/OPE/HEP/iegps/flasf.html# app8. For further details on SCALI, visit the web site at: www.isp.msu.edu/AfricanStudies/SCALI/scali.htm; e- mail: SCALI@msu.edu; or phone: (517) 353-1700.

Center for Language Education and Research

The Center for Language Education and Research (CLEAR) announces it's 2002 Summer workshops. CLEAR is a Language Resource Center whose goal is to support the teaching and learning of foreign languages in the United States by facilitating foreign language research, materials development, and professional training programs.

To apply, complete an application on-line at http://clear.msu.edu Application fee is waived if postmarked no later than March 29, 2002. For more information contact CLEAR at: A712 Wells Hall, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI 48824-1027; web site: http://clear.msu.edu

2002 NEH Summer Seminar for School Teachers

"Writing Africa: Comparative African and European Palavers and Perspectives," is the title of this five-week seminar to be held June 24-July 26, 2002. The submission deadline is March 1, 2002. For specific details contact Professor Maureen N. Eke, Department of English, Central Michigan University, Mt. Pleasant, MI 48859; Tel: (989) 774-2660; Fax: (989) 774-1271; email: maureen.eke@cmich.edu.

JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Yoruba Language Lector position - Yale University

The Yale Program in African Languages, with the Council on African Studies of the Yale Center for International and Area Studies, announces an opening for a Lector in African Languages (Yoruba) beginning July 1, 2002. Primary duties include teaching five courses per year including elementary (two courses) and intermediate (two courses) Yoruba in four learning-skill areas: reading, writing, speaking and listening. The fifth course will focus on modern literary, cultural and/or sociolinguistic topics as appropriate to the appointee's qualifications and expertise. The Lector will also participate in program building of African Studies at Yale and, specifically, in developing pedagogic materials and the overall curriculum for West African languages. Applicants should have experience in teaching Yoruba as a second language in a college or university environment and an M.A. or other advanced degree in a relevant discipline. Experience with computer-aided language learning methods and in software development is desirable. A candidate with native or near-native fluency in Yoruba, strong English skills and demonstrated ability and enthusiasm for in- class language instruction, together with expertise in second-language acquisition is preferred. Also candidates who have command of more than one West African language is desired. Lectors are normally appointed for three years with annual renewal based on mid-year performance review and continued availability of resources. Salary is commensurate with experience and background.

Send letter of application, curriculum vita and three letters of recommendation to Sandra Sanneh, Director, Yale Program in African Languages, P.O. Box 208206, New Haven CT 06520, U.S.A.; Tel: 203-432-3436; Fax: 203-432-5963. Submissions by email will be accepted by <sandra.sanneh@yale.edu> or by <lora.lemosy@yale.edu>. AA/EOE; applications from women and minorities are encouraged. Applications will be reviewed beginning March 10th and continue until the search is completed.

Sankofa Shule - Lansing, MI

Sankofa Shule, located in Lansing, Michigan is looking for international students or future foreign language teachers to teach Kiswahili, French, Spanish, and Japanese. If you are available from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. daily and 8:00 a.m. to noon on Friday's, please call (517) 394-4023 (others times may be arranged as well).

Kikuyu and Somali Languages

Berlitz GlobalNET in Washington, DC is an interpretation company, providing on-site interpretation to companies nationwide, as well as the federal government. Currently, Berlitz GlobalNET provides on-site interpretation for the US Department of Justice - Immigration Courts throughout the United States. They currently need Kikuyu and Somali interpreters. Anyone interested in this freelance interpretation service, and who speaks Kikuyu or Somali, as well as being proficient in English may contact: Aaron Rader, Berlitz GlobalNET, 1730 Rhode Island Ave., NW, Suite 308, Washington, DC 20036; Phone: (888) 241-9149, ext 145; web site: http://www.berlitzglobalnet.com.

ANGLOPHONE AFRICAN LITERATURE ONE-YEAR TERM POSITION OHIO UNIVERSITY, ATHENS, OHIO

The Department of English and the African Studies Program at Ohio University invite applications for a joint appointment one-year term position, academic year 2002-2003, in Anglophone African literature. We are looking for a dynamic and independent scholar who combines theoretical imagination with literary and cultural sensitivity and clear evidence of outstanding teaching ability. Ph.D. in hand by September 1, 2002 preferred. The successful candidate will teach two courses per academic quarter for a total of four courses in the Department of English and two courses in the African Studies Program. Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. Send letter of application, C.V., three current letters of recommendation, and a writing sample of no more than twenty pages to:

Kenneth Daley, Chair, ATTN: African Literature Search Department of English, Ohio University, Athens, OH 45701.

Review of applications will begin on March 1, 2002 and will be continued until the position is filled. We plan to interview candidates at the African Literature Association conference in San Diego from April 3-7, 2002. Women and other minorities are encouraged to apply. Ohio University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Further information about Ohio University may be found at the university's web site: http://www.ohio.edu.

Program of African Studies, Northwestern University

Northwestern University seeks a senior scholar of international standing to direct its Program of African Studies. Founded in 1948, PAS is one of the oldest and most distinguished interdisciplinary centers for African studies in the United States. The Melville J. Herskovits Library of African Studies, located in the University Library, is an unparalleled resource for Africanist research and training. PAS is also home to several major research initiatives, including the Program on International Cooperation in Africa, the Institute for Diasporic Studies, the Institute for the Study of Islamic Thought in Africa, and the Institute for Advanced Study and Research in the African Humanities. Through an array of special activities and the presence of visitors, PAS links faculty from across the University with scholars from around the world. As head of a flourishing and innovative enterprise devoted to Africanist training and research, the director provides leadership for existing and new research initiatives, takes a leading role in organizing graduate and undergraduate programming, and coordinates any future recruitment of faculty and students to expand and strengthen the program. The director should have proven leadership skills, administrative experience, and fundraising ability. The director should also have substantial contacts with Africans involved in scholarship, the arts, and the professions, as well as with a wide range of African institutions.

Nominations or letters of application, accompanied by curriculum vitae, should be forwarded to: Director Search, Program of African Studies Northwestern University 620 Library Place, Evanston Illinois 60208-4110, U.S.A.

Nominations and applications from women and minorities are especially welcome. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Northwestern University is an affirmative action,equal opportunity employer. Hiring depends on eligibility to work in the United States.

For more information contact: Akbar M. Virmani, Ph.D. (Political Science) Associate Director, Program of African Studies Northwestern University 620 Library Place, Evanston, IL 60208-4110, USA

Tel: 847/491-7323 Fax: 847/491-3739 a-virmani@northwestern.edu

Institute for International Cooperation and Development, Michigan (IICD-MI)

The IICD and HUMANA PEOPLE TO PEOPLE work in cooperation to provide an opportunity for volunteers willing to face challenging questions of poverty and inequality, dedicated to creating positive development. These volunteers are called Development Instructors. By joining an IICD program, Development Instructors will be able to experience first hand what it means to have an impact on this world and it's people. Experience is gained by being part of community development projects in Africa, Latin America and Asia. For more information about IICD write: IICD-MI, 56968 Daily Road, Dowagiac, MI 49047; Phone: (616) 782-0450; Fax: (616) 783-1382; email: iicdmi@iicdmi.org.

CARE - Sudan Basic Education positions

CARE is responding to a RFA for Sudan Basic Education and is looking for a Chief of Party and two advisors. Subject to availability of funds, the 20 million USD project aims at supporting southern Sudanese communities re-establish their schools over a five-year period. The project will focus on: 1) improving teacher education programs; 2) increasing the capacity of primary and secondary schools to deliver quality education, especially for girls; and; 3) improving non- formal education for out-of-school youth and adult learners. The program will work in four regions of southern Sudan (Upper Nile, Bahr el Ghazal, Western Equatoria and Eastern Equatoria).

School Community Partnership Advisor

The School Community Partnership Advisor will strengthen the relationship between communities and schools. Requirements: A Master's degree in Education, Social Science or relevant field. At least three years experience working in community mobilization and empowerment. Experience designing and implementing community school programs. Prior experience in post conflict context and/or East Africa. Ability to collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds. Ability to work with organizations to build their technical, managerial and financial capacities. Excellent analytical and organizational skills. Excellent communication skills in English. Based in Lokichoggio or South Sudan and is an unaccompanied post.

Local Capacity Building Advisor

The Local Capacity Building Advisor (LCBA) will design interventions that will foster ownership of the nascent educational system by the Sudanese. Requirements: A Master's Degree in Social Science, Education or relevant field. At least five years of experience of designing and implementing training programs to build the capacity of partner organizations; at least three years in sub-grants management. Prior experience in post conflict context and/or East Africa. Knowledge and skills relevant to development of community based programs; OD/ID strengthening. Excellent training, facilitation and communication skills. Ability to work effectively in a team. Flexibility and ability to adjust to changing circumstances. Excellent communication skills in English. Based in Lokichoggio or South Sudan and is an unaccompanied post. Please send CV and cover letter denoting position of interest to hrmoffett@care.org before February 28 or visit the website at www.care.org.

Chief of Party

Chief of Party responsibilities include: overall strategic and programmatic directions of project for the consortium; planning, implementation and monitoring of projects; budget development and management; staff development and management; liaison and networking with key project stakeholders; and report writing. Required qualifications include: Master's Degree in Education, Social Science or relevant field (PhD preferred) with at least 10 years of demonstrated experience in planning, implementing and monitoring education projects in a complex international development environment. At least 5 years experience working in emergency and/or post conflict context, preferably in East Africa. Experience with USAID reporting, budgeting, procurement, and project management procedures. Proven capacity to manage complex budgets. Excellent communication skills in English. Capacity to develop and mentor a team of highly qualified professionals. Ability to collaborate with people and organizations of diverse backgrounds. Good facilitation, analytical and organizing skills. Based in Nairobi with frequent travel to South Sudan.

AFRICAN STUDIES CENTER University of Pennsylvania 647 Williams Hall Philadelphia, PA 19104-6305 Phone: (215) 898-6971 FAX: (215) 573-7379 E-mail: africa@sas.upenn.edu Website: http://www.africa.upenn.edu

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