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The Business of Water: A COIL Project By AAPCollaborative Online International Learning (COIL) is a method of education which fosters intercultural learning and development through shared values, presented perspectives, and mutual understanding despite geographical and cultural barriers. It connects students and professors in different countries for collaborative projects and discussions carried out virtually as part of their coursework. As an educational innovation, it reflects the values and goals of the Alliance for African Partnership (AAP) to foster mutually beneficial programs which catalyze lasting partnerships among our consortium members, which is why AAP launched the COIL Faculty Fellows Program-Africa in 2023. Since 2023, AAP along with Michigan State University’s (MSU) Global Youth Advancement Network have supported 14 teams of faculty to design and implement COIL projects. The highly successful“The Business of Water” COIL project implemented by faculty from MSU and the University of Nigeria Nsukka is a great example of the type of impact COIL can have on both faculty members and students The project comprised 30 students from UNN and MSU, and led by Antoinette Tessmer OF THE Broad College of Business (Finance Dept.), Michigan State University and Nkadi Onyegegbu, Faculty of Education (Science Education Dept.), University of Nigeria Nsukka (Nigeria). It’s aim was to teach students the factors and events that control “The Business of Water” both in their universities and in their communities. UNN and MSU students communicated through online methods such as Zoom or WhatsApp, and they collected data through site visits and interviews among other methods. Over the course of six weeks, the students learned the intricacies of specific water-based businesses, such as the drinking water industry and the water recycling industry, using the Environmental Social Governance (ESD) framework to structure their research and to later propose a call to action based upon their findings. By the end of the COIL project, the students and facilitators had engaged and collaborated to such a degree that contacts, bonds and partnerships were formed, breaking through the cultural and international barriers. When giving their experiences on the project, some students wrote the following: “At the end of the day, we pushed others in new ways of understanding and collaboration that will impact us after we graduate” “This was my first experience collaborating with international students overseas and I can gladly say that COIL was the online tool that made it possible” “This experience has highlighted mutual respect and honesty, allowing us to work together on relevant and environmentally sustainable solutions...I feel more equipped to contribute to global discussions” “These problems also taught me how to communicate with people from different cultures and helped grow my interpersonal skills” By the metric of engaging students in the “Business of Water” as well as forming intercultural bonds, the AAP has deemed this COIL project another success, among many, and is excited to champion more COIL projects to come.By: Baboki Gaolaolwe-Major
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The Business of Water: A COIL Project By AAPCollaborative Online International Learning (COIL) is a method of education which fosters intercultural learning and development through shared values, presented perspectives, and mutual understanding despite geographical and cultural barriers. It connects students and professors in different countries for collaborative projects and discussions carried out virtually as part of their coursework. As an educational innovation, it reflects the values and goals of the Alliance for African Partnership (AAP) to foster mutually beneficial programs which catalyze lasting partnerships among our consortium members, which is why AAP launched the COIL Faculty Fellows Program-Africa in 2023. Since 2023, AAP along with Michigan State University’s (MSU) Global Youth Advancement Network have supported 14 teams of faculty to design and implement COIL projects. The highly successful“The Business of Water” COIL project implemented by faculty from MSU and the University of Nigeria Nsukka is a great example of the type of impact COIL can have on both faculty members and students The project comprised 30 students from UNN and MSU, and led by Antoinette Tessmer OF THE Broad College of Business (Finance Dept.), Michigan State University and Nkadi Onyegegbu, Faculty of Education (Science Education Dept.), University of Nigeria Nsukka (Nigeria). It’s aim was to teach students the factors and events that control “The Business of Water” both in their universities and in their communities. UNN and MSU students communicated through online methods such as Zoom or WhatsApp, and they collected data through site visits and interviews among other methods. Over the course of six weeks, the students learned the intricacies of specific water-based businesses, such as the drinking water industry and the water recycling industry, using the Environmental Social Governance (ESD) framework to structure their research and to later propose a call to action based upon their findings. By the end of the COIL project, the students and facilitators had engaged and collaborated to such a degree that contacts, bonds and partnerships were formed, breaking through the cultural and international barriers. When giving their experiences on the project, some students wrote the following: “At the end of the day, we pushed others in new ways of understanding and collaboration that will impact us after we graduate” “This was my first experience collaborating with international students overseas and I can gladly say that COIL was the online tool that made it possible” “This experience has highlighted mutual respect and honesty, allowing us to work together on relevant and environmentally sustainable solutions...I feel more equipped to contribute to global discussions” “These problems also taught me how to communicate with people from different cultures and helped grow my interpersonal skills” By the metric of engaging students in the “Business of Water” as well as forming intercultural bonds, the AAP has deemed this COIL project another success, among many, and is excited to champion more COIL projects to come. Read moreBy: Baboki Gaolaolwe-Major
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Celebrating a Legacy of Vision, Dedication, and Continental ImpactWe take this opportunity to honour one of our most visionary leaders, Professor Richard Mkandawire, who retires after years of exceptional service as the Director of the AAP Africa Office, as the Alliance for African Partnership (AAP) continues to grow in strength and purpose. The experience Professor Mkandawire has had with AAP has been nothing short of revolutionary. Richard was a well-known development expert and supporter of soil health who approached his work with insight, moral character, and endless enthusiasm. AAP has become a reliable forum for cooperative research, policy engagement, and capacity building as a result of his dedication to cultivating partnerships throughout Africa. He oversaw the expansion of the AAP throughout African institutions, fostering connections between policy, academia, and the public. From empowering young researchers to advocating for agricultural reform and ensuring soil health remained a top priority for food security on the continent, Richard's enthusiasm for Africa's prosperity was evident in every project he supported. Partners, mentees, and colleagues from around the world gathered at his farewell dinner, held on the last night of the AAP Consortium Meeting 2025 in Lilongwe, Malawi, to honor a man whose work has left a legacy. He was described as a leader, a mentor, and most importantly, a true servant of Africa, in the flood of tributes that poured in. Richard Mkandawire, AAP honors you. Your legacy will continue to inspire, your vision will keep guiding us, and your influence on the lives you have impacted and the organizations you have influenced will only grow. Richard, thank you. We wish you a peaceful, happy, and well-earned retirement.By: Baboki Gaolaolwe-Major
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Celebrating a Legacy of Vision, Dedication, and Continental ImpactWe take this opportunity to honour one of our most visionary leaders, Professor Richard Mkandawire, who retires after years of exceptional service as the Director of the AAP Africa Office, as the Alliance for African Partnership (AAP) continues to grow in strength and purpose. The experience Professor Mkandawire has had with AAP has been nothing short of revolutionary. Richard was a well-known development expert and supporter of soil health who approached his work with insight, moral character, and endless enthusiasm. AAP has become a reliable forum for cooperative research, policy engagement, and capacity building as a result of his dedication to cultivating partnerships throughout Africa. He oversaw the expansion of the AAP throughout African institutions, fostering connections between policy, academia, and the public. From empowering young researchers to advocating for agricultural reform and ensuring soil health remained a top priority for food security on the continent, Richard's enthusiasm for Africa's prosperity was evident in every project he supported. Partners, mentees, and colleagues from around the world gathered at his farewell dinner, held on the last night of the AAP Consortium Meeting 2025 in Lilongwe, Malawi, to honor a man whose work has left a legacy. He was described as a leader, a mentor, and most importantly, a true servant of Africa, in the flood of tributes that poured in. Richard Mkandawire, AAP honors you. Your legacy will continue to inspire, your vision will keep guiding us, and your influence on the lives you have impacted and the organizations you have influenced will only grow. Richard, thank you. We wish you a peaceful, happy, and well-earned retirement. Read moreBy: Baboki Gaolaolwe-Major
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Workshop: The Organization of African Unity and the Struggle against Colonialism and Racism in AfricWorkshop: The Organization of African Unity and the Struggle against Colonialism and Racism in Africa Lisbon, 13 and 14 November 2025 In-person and online Venue: NOVA University of Lisbon, Portugal The study of international organizations is an emerging field that covers a topic of growing importance in academia. In recent decades, the contributions of such organizations as actors in international relations have received increasing attention (Iriye 2004). Theoretical and empirical analyses seek to provide insights into the work of intergovernmental organizations, nongovernmental organizations, or transnational networks. By expanding their geographical scope beyond national borders, scholars interested in international organizations have reflected the myriad ways in which they can be studied (Hurd 2012). The Organization of African Unity (OAU), as a regional organization, has been the subject of ongoing research (Gassama 2015). However, a review of existing publications reveals that relatively few studies have addressed the OAU's solidarity against colonialism and racism in Africa. Several reasons may explain this situation. Comparatively, the OAU has received less attention than other international organizations, notably the United Nations. Research has mainly focused on its establishment and achievements in conflict resolution, cooperation and development (Muchie et al. 2014; Naldi 1999). Difficulties in accessing primary sources may also have contributed to the diversion of interest from the OAU's contribution to decolonization and the end of white minority regimes. Writing on the subject has mostly been done at the time of the events and lacks historical perspective (Binaisa 1977; El-Khawas 1978). The accounts are limited in scope, discussing primarily the OAU's support for the liberation movements of Zimbabwe, Namibia and South Africa (Klotz 1995; Thomas 1996). With regard to the Portuguese colonies, with the exception of the work of Walraven (1999), it is difficult to find an overarching narrative, and the available information is mostly found in publications that do not focus on the topic as a primary concern (Sousa 2011; Tíscar Santiago 2013). Thus, a more critical approach is needed to question what the OAU did to support the struggle against colonialism and racism in Africa, as well as the complexities and nuances involved. With this situation in mind, we intend to explore the OAU's solidarity with the struggle against colonialism and racism in Africa in a workshop in-person and online that will take place in Lisbon, at the Institute of Contemporary History of the NOVA University of Lisbon, on 13 and 14 November 2025. The workshop aims to place the OAU initiatives in their context and help consolidate analyses of its solidarity as a critical subject of the end of colonialism and white minority regimes. In addition, the workshop will contribute to rethinking the gaps in historiography by examining the OAU solidarity as a transnational phenomenon that transcended national boundaries. We welcome proposals for 20-minute presentations on these and other topics: -The extent to which the OAU played a role in ending colonialism and racism on the African continent; -How the Liberation Committee was instrumental in the strategy of the OAU to undermine colonial rule and racist minority rule; -How the attitudes of a number of states, due to inter-African competition, shaped the OAU's policies on colonialism and racism; -How the diplomacy of the OAU sought to shape the debate at the UN on colonialism and racism; -How the OAU engaged with non-African countries as part of its support to the struggle for independence and against apartheid; -How the organization worked as an intermediary in the support given by third parties to anti-colonial and anti-racist organizations; -The importance of the relationship with the OAU for anti-colonial and anti-racist organizations to advance their agenda; -The tensions and disagreements between the OAU and the anti-colonial and anti-racist organizations; -The extent to which the anti-colonial and anti-racist organizations sought to use the OAU not only against the colonial and racist powers, but also to sideline competing groups. Abstracts for presentations (200 words) and a biographical note (250 words) should be sent to: OAUconference@gmail.com Deadline for submissions: 8 August 2025 Notification of acceptance: 15 August 2025 The organization foresees the publication of the communications. The first draft of the papers is due on 30 January 2026. Organization Aurora Almada e Santos (IHC-NOVA FCSH / IN2PAST) Contact Email aurorasantos@fcsh.unl.ptRead More: https://networks.h-net.org/group/announcements/20119998/workshop-organization-african-unity-and-struggle-against-colonialismBy: Baboki Gaolaolwe-Major
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Workshop: The Organization of African Unity and the Struggle against Colonialism and Racism in AfricWorkshop: The Organization of African Unity and the Struggle against Colonialism and Racism in Africa Lisbon, 13 and 14 November 2025 In-person and online Venue: NOVA University of Lisbon, Portugal The study of international organizations is an emerging field that covers a topic of growing importance in academia. In recent decades, the contributions of such organizations as actors in international relations have received increasing attention (Iriye 2004). Theoretical and empirical analyses seek to provide insights into the work of intergovernmental organizations, nongovernmental organizations, or transnational networks. By expanding their geographical scope beyond national borders, scholars interested in international organizations have reflected the myriad ways in which they can be studied (Hurd 2012). The Organization of African Unity (OAU), as a regional organization, has been the subject of ongoing research (Gassama 2015). However, a review of existing publications reveals that relatively few studies have addressed the OAU's solidarity against colonialism and racism in Africa. Several reasons may explain this situation. Comparatively, the OAU has received less attention than other international organizations, notably the United Nations. Research has mainly focused on its establishment and achievements in conflict resolution, cooperation and development (Muchie et al. 2014; Naldi 1999). Difficulties in accessing primary sources may also have contributed to the diversion of interest from the OAU's contribution to decolonization and the end of white minority regimes. Writing on the subject has mostly been done at the time of the events and lacks historical perspective (Binaisa 1977; El-Khawas 1978). The accounts are limited in scope, discussing primarily the OAU's support for the liberation movements of Zimbabwe, Namibia and South Africa (Klotz 1995; Thomas 1996). With regard to the Portuguese colonies, with the exception of the work of Walraven (1999), it is difficult to find an overarching narrative, and the available information is mostly found in publications that do not focus on the topic as a primary concern (Sousa 2011; Tíscar Santiago 2013). Thus, a more critical approach is needed to question what the OAU did to support the struggle against colonialism and racism in Africa, as well as the complexities and nuances involved. With this situation in mind, we intend to explore the OAU's solidarity with the struggle against colonialism and racism in Africa in a workshop in-person and online that will take place in Lisbon, at the Institute of Contemporary History of the NOVA University of Lisbon, on 13 and 14 November 2025. The workshop aims to place the OAU initiatives in their context and help consolidate analyses of its solidarity as a critical subject of the end of colonialism and white minority regimes. In addition, the workshop will contribute to rethinking the gaps in historiography by examining the OAU solidarity as a transnational phenomenon that transcended national boundaries. We welcome proposals for 20-minute presentations on these and other topics: -The extent to which the OAU played a role in ending colonialism and racism on the African continent; -How the Liberation Committee was instrumental in the strategy of the OAU to undermine colonial rule and racist minority rule; -How the attitudes of a number of states, due to inter-African competition, shaped the OAU's policies on colonialism and racism; -How the diplomacy of the OAU sought to shape the debate at the UN on colonialism and racism; -How the OAU engaged with non-African countries as part of its support to the struggle for independence and against apartheid; -How the organization worked as an intermediary in the support given by third parties to anti-colonial and anti-racist organizations; -The importance of the relationship with the OAU for anti-colonial and anti-racist organizations to advance their agenda; -The tensions and disagreements between the OAU and the anti-colonial and anti-racist organizations; -The extent to which the anti-colonial and anti-racist organizations sought to use the OAU not only against the colonial and racist powers, but also to sideline competing groups. Abstracts for presentations (200 words) and a biographical note (250 words) should be sent to: OAUconference@gmail.com Deadline for submissions: 8 August 2025 Notification of acceptance: 15 August 2025 The organization foresees the publication of the communications. The first draft of the papers is due on 30 January 2026. Organization Aurora Almada e Santos (IHC-NOVA FCSH / IN2PAST) Contact Email aurorasantos@fcsh.unl.ptRead More: https://networks.h-net.org/group/announcements/20119998/workshop-organization-african-unity-and-struggle-against-colonialism Read moreBy: Baboki Gaolaolwe-Major
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Freedom: A Journal of Research in Africana Studies Volume III Call for PapersFreedom: A Journal of Research in Africana Studies is a digital peer-reviewed periodical published annually by the W.E.B. Du Bois Center for the Study of the Black Experience (CSBE) at Bowie State University. This journal specializes in interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary research focusing on the lived experiences of the Black Diaspora. Our editorial board invites you to submit 250 to 300-word abstracts for research articles, book reviews, poetry, and original multimedia-based submissions. Any performance-based submissions must not be publicly accessible or previously hosted on other platforms. Research articles should be limited to between 3,000 and 5,000 words; book reviews and short fiction should be limited to 1,500 words, and multimedia submissions should be no more than 10 minutes. All written submissions should follow the most recent Chicago Manual of Style. Submissions should be emailed as a word document or a link to the multimedia file to duboiscenter@bowiestate.edu. Please remove your name, institutional affiliation, and any other identifying information from your complete manuscript for review. The deadline for abstract submissions is October 3, 2025. Authors will be notified that their abstract has been accepted by Nov 7, 2025. Complete manuscripts for accepted abstracts will be due January 23, 2026, and the issue will be published in July 2026. If you have questions about the journal or submitting to it, please email duboiscenter@bowiestate.edu attention Dr. Karen Cook-Bell, Managing Editor. Contact Information Karen Cook Bell, Ph.D. Du Bois Center for the Study of the Black Experience Bowie State University Bowie, MD 20715 Contact Email kcookbell@bowiestate.eduRead more: https://networks.h-net.org/group/announcements/20119886/freedom-journal-research-africana-studies-volume-iii-call-papersBy: Baboki Gaolaolwe-Major
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Freedom: A Journal of Research in Africana Studies Volume III Call for PapersFreedom: A Journal of Research in Africana Studies is a digital peer-reviewed periodical published annually by the W.E.B. Du Bois Center for the Study of the Black Experience (CSBE) at Bowie State University. This journal specializes in interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary research focusing on the lived experiences of the Black Diaspora. Our editorial board invites you to submit 250 to 300-word abstracts for research articles, book reviews, poetry, and original multimedia-based submissions. Any performance-based submissions must not be publicly accessible or previously hosted on other platforms. Research articles should be limited to between 3,000 and 5,000 words; book reviews and short fiction should be limited to 1,500 words, and multimedia submissions should be no more than 10 minutes. All written submissions should follow the most recent Chicago Manual of Style. Submissions should be emailed as a word document or a link to the multimedia file to duboiscenter@bowiestate.edu. Please remove your name, institutional affiliation, and any other identifying information from your complete manuscript for review. The deadline for abstract submissions is October 3, 2025. Authors will be notified that their abstract has been accepted by Nov 7, 2025. Complete manuscripts for accepted abstracts will be due January 23, 2026, and the issue will be published in July 2026. If you have questions about the journal or submitting to it, please email duboiscenter@bowiestate.edu attention Dr. Karen Cook-Bell, Managing Editor. Contact Information Karen Cook Bell, Ph.D. Du Bois Center for the Study of the Black Experience Bowie State University Bowie, MD 20715 Contact Email kcookbell@bowiestate.eduRead more: https://networks.h-net.org/group/announcements/20119886/freedom-journal-research-africana-studies-volume-iii-call-papers Read moreBy: Baboki Gaolaolwe-Major
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CFP: 2026 Society for French Historical Studies Conference, PhiladelphiaSociety for French Historical Studies 71st Annual Conference March 5-8, 2026 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Theme: Liberties [Version française ci-dessous] The Society for French Historical Studies invites proposal submissions for the 2026 annual meeting, which will take place in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In the city where the Declaration of Independence was signed 250 years ago, the theme of this year's conference is "Liberties." Plenary speakers include François Furstenberg (Johns Hopkins University), Jennifer Johnson (Brown University), and Ashli White (University of Miami). Conference sessions will take place at the Philadelphia Marriott Old City. Proposals are due September 15, 2025. We will circulate a submission portal link in early August. In the meantime, please feel free to reach out to sfhsphiladelphia@gmail.com with any questions that you may have. We invite submissions on any aspect of French history, but we particularly welcome submissions that engage the conference’s theme. We are also open to papers and panels that speak to wider European and/or Francophone geographies, such as histories of empire or colonization, transnational histories, and more. We seek a wide range of presentations, in English or French, including traditional panels, roundtables, or lightning sessions. We also seek proposals for creative or non-traditional sessions, as well as sessions on topics such as professional development or mentorship. We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive conference. We encourage scholars with expertise outside of French history and those unaffiliated with institutions of higher education to submit proposals. To submit a proposal for a panel/session (typically consisting of three paper presenters, a chair, and an optional discussant), we will request via the submission portal as a single .doc or .pdf : Cover letter that briefly describes the presentation(s) and lists all panel participants and their contact information. Abstract (300 word maximum) and 1-page CV for each presenter. To submit a proposal for an individual paper, we will request via the submission portal as a single .doc or .pdf: Abstract (300 word maximum) and 1-page CV for presenter. 3-5 keywords (inclusive of geography, periodization, or theme) to help the programming committee in determining the appropriate panel in which the paper might be presented. We cannot accept proposals for material that has already been presented or published, or that has been submitted for presentation in another forum. Participants must be members of the Society for French Historical Studies in good standing at the time of the conference and must pay conference fees. Membership dues should be paid directly to Duke University Press: https://www.dukeupress.edu/society-for-french-historical-studies-sfhs. Questions? Please reach out to sfhsphiladelphia@gmail.com On behalf of the program committee, Megan Brown (President, Society for French Historical Studies, megan.brown@swarthmore.edu) Jess Pearson (Program Committee Co-Chair) Owen White (Program Committee Co-Chair) 2026 The Society for French Historical Studies 71e Conférence Annuelle 5-8 mars 2026 Philadelphie, Pennsylvanie Thème : Libertés Appel à contributions La Society for French Historical Studies lance un appel à contributions pour son congrès annuel 2026, qui se tiendra à Philadelphie, en Pennsylvanie. En honneur à la ville où la Déclaration d'Indépendance a été signée il y a 250 ans, le thème de la conférence de cette année est « Libertés ». Parmi les conférenciers invités, nous aurons le plaisir d’accueillir François Furstenberg (Johns Hopkins University), Jennifer Johnson (Brown University), et Ashli White (University of Miami). La conférence aura lieu au Philadelphia Marriott Old City. La date limite de soumission des propositions est le 15 septembre 2025. Un lien vers le portail de soumission sera diffusé début août. En attendant, n'hésitez pas à nous contacter à l'adresse sfhsphiladelphia@gmail.com pour toute question. Les contributions attendues peuvent concerner tout aspect de l'histoire de France, et plus particulièrement celles en relation avec le thème du colloque. Nous sommes ouverts aux communications et aux panels portant plus largement sur la francophonie et ses enjeux, notamment l'histoire des empires ou de la colonisation, les histoires transnationales, etc. Nous recherchons un large éventail de présentations, en anglais ou en français, incluant des panels traditionnels, des tables rondes ou des présentations éclair. Nous recherchons également des propositions de sessions créatives ou non traditionnelles, ainsi que des sessions sur des sujets tels que le développement professionnel ou le mentorat. Nous nous engageons à organiser un colloque accueillant et inclusif. Nous encourageons les chercheurs ayant une expertise en dehors de l'histoire de France et ceux qui ne sont pas affiliés à des établissements d'enseignement supérieur à soumettre des propositions. Pour soumettre une proposition de panel/session (généralement composée de trois présentateurs, d'un président et d'un discutant facultatif), nous demanderons, via le portail de soumission, sous forme d'un seul fichier .doc ou .pdf : Une lettre de motivation décrivant brièvement la ou les présentations et listant tous les participants au panel ainsi que leurs coordonnées. Une proposition de communication (300 mots maximum) et un CV d'une page pour chaque présentateur. Pour soumettre une proposition de communication individuelle, nous vous demanderons, via le portail de soumission, un seul fichier .doc ou .pdf : Une proposition de communication (300 mots maximum) et un CV d'une page pour le présentateur. 3 à 5 mots-clés (géographie, périodisation ou thème inclus) pour aider le comité de programmation à déterminer le panel approprié pour la présentation de la communication. Nous ne pouvons accepter les propositions de communication ayant déjà été présentées ou publiées, ni celles soumises pour présentation dans un autre forum. Les participants doivent être membres en règle de la Society for French Historical Studies au moment du colloque et s'acquitter des frais d'adhésion. Les cotisations doivent être réglées directement à Duke University Press : https://www.dukeupress.edu/society-for-french-historical-studies-sfhs. Des questions ? Veuillez contacter sfhsphiladelphia@gmail.com Au nom du comité de programme, Megan Brown (Présidente, Society for French Historical Studies, megan.brown@swarthmore.edu) Jess Pearson (Program Committee Co-Chair) Owen White (Program Committee Co-Chair) Contact Information Megan Brown Contact Email sfhsphiladelphia@gmail.com URL https://www.societyforfrenchhistoricalstudies.net/By: Baboki Gaolaolwe-Major
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CFP: 2026 Society for French Historical Studies Conference, PhiladelphiaSociety for French Historical Studies 71st Annual Conference March 5-8, 2026 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Theme: Liberties [Version française ci-dessous] The Society for French Historical Studies invites proposal submissions for the 2026 annual meeting, which will take place in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In the city where the Declaration of Independence was signed 250 years ago, the theme of this year's conference is "Liberties." Plenary speakers include François Furstenberg (Johns Hopkins University), Jennifer Johnson (Brown University), and Ashli White (University of Miami). Conference sessions will take place at the Philadelphia Marriott Old City. Proposals are due September 15, 2025. We will circulate a submission portal link in early August. In the meantime, please feel free to reach out to sfhsphiladelphia@gmail.com with any questions that you may have. We invite submissions on any aspect of French history, but we particularly welcome submissions that engage the conference’s theme. We are also open to papers and panels that speak to wider European and/or Francophone geographies, such as histories of empire or colonization, transnational histories, and more. We seek a wide range of presentations, in English or French, including traditional panels, roundtables, or lightning sessions. We also seek proposals for creative or non-traditional sessions, as well as sessions on topics such as professional development or mentorship. We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive conference. We encourage scholars with expertise outside of French history and those unaffiliated with institutions of higher education to submit proposals. To submit a proposal for a panel/session (typically consisting of three paper presenters, a chair, and an optional discussant), we will request via the submission portal as a single .doc or .pdf : Cover letter that briefly describes the presentation(s) and lists all panel participants and their contact information. Abstract (300 word maximum) and 1-page CV for each presenter. To submit a proposal for an individual paper, we will request via the submission portal as a single .doc or .pdf: Abstract (300 word maximum) and 1-page CV for presenter. 3-5 keywords (inclusive of geography, periodization, or theme) to help the programming committee in determining the appropriate panel in which the paper might be presented. We cannot accept proposals for material that has already been presented or published, or that has been submitted for presentation in another forum. Participants must be members of the Society for French Historical Studies in good standing at the time of the conference and must pay conference fees. Membership dues should be paid directly to Duke University Press: https://www.dukeupress.edu/society-for-french-historical-studies-sfhs. Questions? Please reach out to sfhsphiladelphia@gmail.com On behalf of the program committee, Megan Brown (President, Society for French Historical Studies, megan.brown@swarthmore.edu) Jess Pearson (Program Committee Co-Chair) Owen White (Program Committee Co-Chair) 2026 The Society for French Historical Studies 71e Conférence Annuelle 5-8 mars 2026 Philadelphie, Pennsylvanie Thème : Libertés Appel à contributions La Society for French Historical Studies lance un appel à contributions pour son congrès annuel 2026, qui se tiendra à Philadelphie, en Pennsylvanie. En honneur à la ville où la Déclaration d'Indépendance a été signée il y a 250 ans, le thème de la conférence de cette année est « Libertés ». Parmi les conférenciers invités, nous aurons le plaisir d’accueillir François Furstenberg (Johns Hopkins University), Jennifer Johnson (Brown University), et Ashli White (University of Miami). La conférence aura lieu au Philadelphia Marriott Old City. La date limite de soumission des propositions est le 15 septembre 2025. Un lien vers le portail de soumission sera diffusé début août. En attendant, n'hésitez pas à nous contacter à l'adresse sfhsphiladelphia@gmail.com pour toute question. Les contributions attendues peuvent concerner tout aspect de l'histoire de France, et plus particulièrement celles en relation avec le thème du colloque. Nous sommes ouverts aux communications et aux panels portant plus largement sur la francophonie et ses enjeux, notamment l'histoire des empires ou de la colonisation, les histoires transnationales, etc. Nous recherchons un large éventail de présentations, en anglais ou en français, incluant des panels traditionnels, des tables rondes ou des présentations éclair. Nous recherchons également des propositions de sessions créatives ou non traditionnelles, ainsi que des sessions sur des sujets tels que le développement professionnel ou le mentorat. Nous nous engageons à organiser un colloque accueillant et inclusif. Nous encourageons les chercheurs ayant une expertise en dehors de l'histoire de France et ceux qui ne sont pas affiliés à des établissements d'enseignement supérieur à soumettre des propositions. Pour soumettre une proposition de panel/session (généralement composée de trois présentateurs, d'un président et d'un discutant facultatif), nous demanderons, via le portail de soumission, sous forme d'un seul fichier .doc ou .pdf : Une lettre de motivation décrivant brièvement la ou les présentations et listant tous les participants au panel ainsi que leurs coordonnées. Une proposition de communication (300 mots maximum) et un CV d'une page pour chaque présentateur. Pour soumettre une proposition de communication individuelle, nous vous demanderons, via le portail de soumission, un seul fichier .doc ou .pdf : Une proposition de communication (300 mots maximum) et un CV d'une page pour le présentateur. 3 à 5 mots-clés (géographie, périodisation ou thème inclus) pour aider le comité de programmation à déterminer le panel approprié pour la présentation de la communication. Nous ne pouvons accepter les propositions de communication ayant déjà été présentées ou publiées, ni celles soumises pour présentation dans un autre forum. Les participants doivent être membres en règle de la Society for French Historical Studies au moment du colloque et s'acquitter des frais d'adhésion. Les cotisations doivent être réglées directement à Duke University Press : https://www.dukeupress.edu/society-for-french-historical-studies-sfhs. Des questions ? Veuillez contacter sfhsphiladelphia@gmail.com Au nom du comité de programme, Megan Brown (Présidente, Society for French Historical Studies, megan.brown@swarthmore.edu) Jess Pearson (Program Committee Co-Chair) Owen White (Program Committee Co-Chair) Contact Information Megan Brown Contact Email sfhsphiladelphia@gmail.com URL https://www.societyforfrenchhistoricalstudies.net/ Read moreBy: Baboki Gaolaolwe-Major
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South African Historical Journal - Call for Applications: EditorThe South African Historical Journal (SAHJ) is fully accredited, peer-reviewed, and internationally regarded as the premier journal focused on promoting significant historical scholarship on the southern African region. As the journal of the Southern African Historical Society (SAHS), SAHJ works closely with the society to develop the discipline in southern Africa. The editorial collective (Prinisha Badassy, Marc Epprecht, Kate Law, Kundai Manamere, Teverayi Muguti, Camalita Naicker, Laura Phillips, and Janeke Thumbran) invites applications from those interested in joining the editorial collective (for a term of five years). The duties of those joining the journal will include: Commissioning and overseeing the timely production of journal copy, including special issues in their area of expertise. Attending biannual online ‘town hall’ meetings (between the collective and the editorial board). Soliciting, evaluating and processing article manuscripts through the peer-review and article production processes. Actively promoting the journal through their networks. Attending and participating in regular meetings and maintaining active correspondence with the editorial collective, suggesting constructive feedback and proposing potential strategies for Journal development. Review, develop and implement editorial policies and the Journal’s style guide. Ensuring that the SAHJ’s code of publishing ethics is upheld by authors and reviewers. Ideal candidates should be dedicated, enthusiastic, and committed to ensuring the success of the Journal. Applicants should have effective organisational skills and the capacity to adhere to deadlines and collaborate effectively with other members of the editorial collective. If they are based at an institute of higher learning or research centre, they should ensure that they have the full support of their institution to undertake this role for the 5-year tenure. Please also note that this role is not remunerated. Those interested are encouraged to submit their CV and a covering letter (max four sides of A4) that details the following: area(s) of expertise nature of academic networks relevant administrative experience experience of collaborative working Please send to the managing editors, Law and Phillips (kate.law@nottingham.ac.uk; Laura.Phillips@wits.ac.za) by 20th September 2025. Contact Information Kate Law: [(kate.law@nottingham.ac.uk]kate.law@nottingham.ac.uk; and Laura Phillips: Laura.Phillips@wits.ac.za Contact Email Laura.Phillips@wits.ac.za URL https://www.tandfonline.com/journals/rshj20By: Baboki Gaolaolwe-Major
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South African Historical Journal - Call for Applications: EditorThe South African Historical Journal (SAHJ) is fully accredited, peer-reviewed, and internationally regarded as the premier journal focused on promoting significant historical scholarship on the southern African region. As the journal of the Southern African Historical Society (SAHS), SAHJ works closely with the society to develop the discipline in southern Africa. The editorial collective (Prinisha Badassy, Marc Epprecht, Kate Law, Kundai Manamere, Teverayi Muguti, Camalita Naicker, Laura Phillips, and Janeke Thumbran) invites applications from those interested in joining the editorial collective (for a term of five years). The duties of those joining the journal will include: Commissioning and overseeing the timely production of journal copy, including special issues in their area of expertise. Attending biannual online ‘town hall’ meetings (between the collective and the editorial board). Soliciting, evaluating and processing article manuscripts through the peer-review and article production processes. Actively promoting the journal through their networks. Attending and participating in regular meetings and maintaining active correspondence with the editorial collective, suggesting constructive feedback and proposing potential strategies for Journal development. Review, develop and implement editorial policies and the Journal’s style guide. Ensuring that the SAHJ’s code of publishing ethics is upheld by authors and reviewers. Ideal candidates should be dedicated, enthusiastic, and committed to ensuring the success of the Journal. Applicants should have effective organisational skills and the capacity to adhere to deadlines and collaborate effectively with other members of the editorial collective. If they are based at an institute of higher learning or research centre, they should ensure that they have the full support of their institution to undertake this role for the 5-year tenure. Please also note that this role is not remunerated. Those interested are encouraged to submit their CV and a covering letter (max four sides of A4) that details the following: area(s) of expertise nature of academic networks relevant administrative experience experience of collaborative working Please send to the managing editors, Law and Phillips (kate.law@nottingham.ac.uk; Laura.Phillips@wits.ac.za) by 20th September 2025. Contact Information Kate Law: [(kate.law@nottingham.ac.uk]kate.law@nottingham.ac.uk; and Laura Phillips: Laura.Phillips@wits.ac.za Contact Email Laura.Phillips@wits.ac.za URL https://www.tandfonline.com/journals/rshj20 Read moreBy: Baboki Gaolaolwe-Major
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Science Communication Workshop 3 with Dr. John Besley on June 23, 2025 https://youtu.be/WlV2AwD2-_k Read moreBy: Justin Rabineau
