University at Buffalo Department of Romance Languages and Literatures
Graduate Student Association presents
(R)EVOLUTION
in Romance Languages and Literatures
October 1st and 2nd 2010
Since the collapse of the Roman Empire, the languages of the former have evolved,
transformed, and spread across the globe. The Romance languages and literatures diverged and
reencountered each other, provoking cultural, linguistic, and literary changes and exchanges. These
(r)evolutions continue into the present era and enrich our understanding of a shared past, present,
and future. In order to enrich the academic conversation and establish connections, the objectives
of this conference are:
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To foster dialogues and interdisciplinary approaches to Romance languages and
literatures
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To showcase future scholars and create a forum for young scholars to converse
across disciplines about trends in research and pedagogy
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To encourage the discussion of connections between Romance literatures and
languages and between literary studies and linguistics
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To connect literary and linguistic research with other fields such as history,
anthropology, philosophy, sociology, education, psychology, media studies, and
the arts
Potential topics include:
Bodies Language policy and planning
Gender Social linguistics
Sexuality Literary pragmatics
Maternity Language contact
Politics Second language acquisition
Society Teaching methodology
Exile Language evolution
Monsters Bilingualism
Otherness Globalization
Migration Local cultures
Storytelling Law
Pluralism History
Deadline for abstracts is extended to August 1st. Papers will be accepted in Romance languages and
English. The RLL GSA aims to publish the proceedings of the conference. Abstracts should be 250
words. Send abstract with proposed title as an attachment in Microsoft Word or PDF to
UBRomance@gmail.com.
This event is sponsored by the Romance Languages and Literatures Graduate Student Association.
Conference will be held on the University at Buffalo, North Campus.
Department of Romance Languages and Literatures
University at Buffalo, North Campus
910 Clemens Hall
Buffalo, NY 14221