(Archived Friday Bulletin)
AFRICAN
STUDIES PROGRAM
FRIDAY
BULLETIN
SEPTEMBER 28, 2007
Contents
3.
Jobs, Fellowships and other Opportunities
4.
Conferences
NOTE: If you have announcements or
information appropriate for the Bulletin, please send it to us by 5:00 p.m.
on Thursdays.
1.
Upcoming Events
Tuesday Noon Talks Kate Schroeder, (History Department), Visiting African Studies Librarian Wednesday Evening Seminar ALUKA Digital Library Demonstration Aluka is an international collaboration of academic and cultural institutions as well as scholars and researchers from around the world working together to build a digital library of content, both from and about Africa. Aluka’s goal is to bridge the gaps in scholarship by increasing access to primary source materials from Africa to the global community, while simultaneously providing a platform to share more broadly diverse Africana collections from around the world. Javanica Curry, Assistant Director for Library Relations will host this informal session where African Studies faculty and students are invited to learn more about the resource and Aluka’s broader initiative. Attendees will be introduced to the diverse materials available, the dynamic tools provided to effectively use the content for research and teaching, followed by a discussion of how to get involved in the global initiative. Indiana University currently has access to this resource through a free trial until December. If you would like to use this resource, simply go to www.aluka.org click log-in and register. If you have any questions or feedback about Aluka please feel free to contact Kate Schroeder (katschro@indiana.edu) Special Noon Lecture Visiting Scholar, Christiane Owusu-Sarpong (Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology) Christiane Owusu-Sarpong is an anthropologist and folklorist in the Department of Languages at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Kumasi, Ghana. She has published a multi-volume collection of Akan folktales in three languages (English, French, and Twi). She is also a contributor and editor of a multi-volume work on “Women Writing in Africa,” published by the Feminist Press in the US. Her current research explores “orature” and oral literature in the production of history among the Akan groups of Ghana. Her visit is co-sponsored by the Departments of Anthropology, Folklore and Ethnomusicology, and African Studies. International Conference The African Studies Program will host a conference on “Islam, Contested Authority, and the Making of Everyday Lives in Africa.” The conference is being organized by Beth Buggenhagen (Anthropology), Maria Grosz-Ngate (African Studies), John Hanson (History), and Dorothea Schulz (Religious Studies). Please find the program as an attachment to the Bulletin.
2. Announcements of Interest
African Music and Dance Ensemble Workshop in Political Theory and Policy Analysis “The Road from Kyoto: Toward a More Effective International Climate Change Regime” Presented by Prof. Daniel Cole, IU School of Law-Indianapolis, and Visiting Scholar, Workshop in Political Theory and Policy Analysis, IUB.
3. Jobs, Fellowships and Other
Opportunities
International Center of Indianapolis – Two positions The International Center of Indianapolis (ICI), since 1973 has offered programs and services that help the greater Indianapolis community welcome and connect people of all cultures and ethnic backgrounds. The Center’s programs and services include educational and training programs designed to foster diversity and promote cultural understanding. With a new strategic plan for 2007-2010, along with new development and communications planning recently accomplished, the organization is poised to function more creatively and effectively in a broadened mission to “enhance globalization in Indiana.” The ICI is seeking applicants for the position of Director of Destination Services. This position requires exemplary customer service and demonstrated ability in project management. Duties include coordinating all aspects of relocation services for international families and interacting successfully with human resource professionals and service providers. The preferred candidate will be detail oriented and highly organized with excellent communication skills. The ability to multi-task and prioritize and to make decisions quickly is critical. The successful applicant will generally possess the background and abilities outlined: substantial knowledge of all of Indianapolis and surrounding cities; able to communicate with individuals across diverse cultures; excellent verbal and writing skills; fluency in a second language; MS Office computer skills; eligible to work legally in the US. A minimum of 5 years prior experience in project management or high-level customer service is required. A bachelor’s degree is also required. Experience living and/or working overseas is preferred. The Director of Destination Services currently reports to the President and CEO of ICI. The ICI is an EOE. Salary is commensurate with experience. Application deadline: OCTOBER 10, 2007. Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume and references to: Human Resources, International Center of Indianapolis, 32 E. Washington Street, Suite 1625, Indianapolis, IN 46204 Or by e-mail to info@icenterindy.org or by fax to 317-955-5160. Destination Services Associate (more than one position): This position requires exemplary customer service and demonstrated ability in time management. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing customized services to relocating international families who may be experiencing high levels of stress. The candidate must be detail oriented and highly organized with excellent communication skills. The ability to multi-task and make decisions quickly is critical. Individuals should be willing to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends. The preferred applicant will generally possess the background and abilities outlined: substantial knowledge of all of Indianapolis, and surrounding cities; ability to communicate with individuals across diverse cultures; knowledge and fluency in spoken and written English as well as a second language; access to e-mail and proficiency in word processing an basic spreadsheets; eligible to work legally in the US; have a current valid driver’s license with a good driving record. Experience living and/or working overseas is preferred. The Destination Services Associate reports to the Director of Destination Services. Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume and references to: Human Resources, International Center of Indianapolis, 32 E. Washington Street, Suite 1625, Indianapolis, IN 46204 Or by e-mail to info@icenterindy.org or by fax to 317-955-5160.
4. Conferences
17th Annual African/Diaspora Conference The conference will be held May 1-3, 2008 on the campus of California State University, Sacramento. Paper proposals are solicited that are based on case studies and best practices on domestic and international youth issues: e.g. youth development and leadership, peer relations, US-African youth study abroad exchanges; community outreach; crime prevention and peace building/peacemaking; peace education; African youth parenting; family; art expression; media and value formation; African-African American girl-child education; child soldiers; youth gangs/clubs, etc. Please include the following in your proposal: name, current position and institutional affiliation, paper title, abstract (75 words maximum), mailing address, e-mail, phone and fax number. E-mail notification of acceptance and any publication guidelines will be sent. Selected papers will be considered for publication and inclusion in the conference proceedings. Presentations in English are preferred, but accommodation can be made for French speakers. The preliminary conference program will be available in February at: www.csus.edu/org/capcr Please e-mail/fax/mail proposals to: Ernest Uwazie, Director, Center for African Peace and Conflict Resolution, California State University, Sacramento, 6000 J Street, Sacramento, CA 95819-6085. Phone: 916-278-6282; FAX 916-278-3429 E-Mail: uwazieee@csus.edu Deadline for submissions: November 29, 2007.
AFRICAN STUDIES NOONTALKS
FALL 2007
Woodburn
Hall 218, 12:00-1:00 p.m.
Titles
will be added as they become available.
September 18 Elizabeth Perrill, Art History September 25 Michael Reece, HPER October 2 Kate Schroeder, LibraryR October 9 Gracia Clark, Anthropology October 16 Takyiwaa Manuh, African Studies, University of Ghana October 30 Jessica Hurd, African Art History November 6 Ruth Stone, Folklore/Ethnomusicology, and Verlon Stone, November 13 Okomfo “Ama” Boakyewa, Anthropology November 20 THANKSGIVING WEEK November 27 Laura Arntson, Senior Global Health Specialist, st "Curriculum for Community Integration for Children with Developmental Disabilities in Tanzania"
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