General Proposal Guidelines

    The deadline for proposal submissions is June 1, 2009. Send proposals (plain text, Word, RTF or PDF) or inquiries to:

    Wendi Manuel-Scott
    Conference Chair
    wmanuels@gmu.edu

    Or
     

    Mika'il A. Petin
    Associate Director – African and African American Studies
    (703) 993-4080/(703) 993-4085
    mpetin@gmu.edu

    1. Completed Proposal Coversheet Form
    2. Paper Title
    3. Abstract - This brief description of the paper should not exceed 500 words
    4. Biographical paragraph - Not to exceed 200 words
    5. Mailing and e-mail addresses
    6. Please indicate audio visual or equipment needs, if any

    Proposal Review Procedure

    The Program Committee, chaired by Dr. Benedict Carton, is charged with reviewing proposals submitted within the stated guidelines. Proposals representing the conference theme will receive priority consideration. The proposal abstract must reflect a high quality of scholarship and originality. A list of sources and a concise topical statement and primary argument are integral to a strong proposal.

    Proposals will be reviewed and ranked by the program committee. A broad range of papers will be considered.

    Presenters and panels will be notified by July 1, 2009, and asked to confirm their participation within five business days. A letter with additional logistics will be sent by September 10, 2009.