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American Conference for Irish Studies Westat The University of New Mexico 24-26 October 2008 The Theme: Scrutinizing the Celtic TigerCall for Papers We are actively seeking paper proposals. They should be approximately 250 words. Deadline for submission is August 29th 2008. Papers should be 20 minutes long, and on various topics of Irish interest such as:
Is Ireland's present prosperity part of a larger cycle of rises and falls? Have Irish religious and cultural institutions changed forever? "Is Romantic Ireland dead and gone" or is it still a major source of inspiration? What is the impact of "The New Irish"? What of Ireland's celebrity culture from Bono and Michael Flatley to Enya?
We are interested, then, in papers from a number of disciplines— legal, historical, economic as well as literary. We welcome insightful papers on traditional themes as well. We very much encourage graduate student participation. Send proposals, questions and comments to: Mary Power phone: 1.505.277.6347 or by email to:
Professor Elizabeth Grubgeld (Oklahoma State) on Anglo-Irish Autobiography Professor James M. Smith (Boston College) on Ireland's Magdalen Laundries and the Nation's Architecture of Containment General registration $85, $50 for students. Checks should be made payable to The University of New Mexico. Please note ACIS West in the memo field. Download the registration form here. Registration closes September 12th, 2008 after which a late fee of $10 will be added. Remember that you need to become a member of ACIS in order to participate in the conference. Membership information can be found at the ACIS website. The conference will take place at the University of New Mexico Dinner on Saturday will be a Mexican buffet. Persons with special dietary concerns please note them on the registration form so we can arrange for an alternative meal. Lodging is available at a special conference rate at: The Courtyard Marriott The cost of rooms is $84 plus tax. To reserve a room, call Marriott reservations at 800-321-2211 or 505-843-6600. Mention ACIS-West. Click here to find out more information about the Courtyard Marriott at their website.
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