[ecrea] MeCCSA post graduate conference CFP - EXTENDED DEADLINE

>SECOND CALL FOR PAPERS - EXTENDED DEADLINE
>
>ANNUAL MECCSA POSTGRADUATE CONFERENCE
>
>The MeCCSA (Media, Communications and Cultural Studies Association)
>Postgraduate Network is pleased to announce the dates of the next annual
>conference to be held at the University of Sussex, Brighton, 1st and 2nd
>July 2008.
>
>Topics cover ALL aspects of Cultural studies, Media and Film studies, and
>Digital media. We particularly welcome papers on the subjects of Media
>practice and pedagogy.
>
>We welcome abstracts of 250 words from postgraduate students wishing to
>attend the conference, to be received no later than 3rd March 2008.
>Abstracts should include a title, topic of research, methodology/ies
>employed and contact details.  They should be forwarded to
><mailto:(meccsasussex /at/ yahoo.co.uk)>(meccsasussex /at/ yahoo.co.uk) 
>along with any queries about the event.
>
>This is an excellent opportunity for postgraduate students to present
>their work to likeminded individuals in a supportive and productive
>environment.  The conference will also include workshops from expert
>academics on contemporary topics such as publishing, teaching, the RAE,
>and other issues pertinent to postgraduate students working in the highly
>political and controversial arena that is the University today.
>
>Other information about the network and the conference can be found at
>www.meccsa.org.uk/pgn and 
><http://www.sussex.ac.uk/mediastudies/1-4-6.html>http://www.sussex.ac.uk/mediastudies/1-4-6.html
>This postgraduate conference is supported by 
>ADM-HEA: <http://www.adm.heacademy.ac.uk/>http://www.adm.heacademy.ac.uk/
>
>A poster version of this poster is attached for printing.
>
>
>
>AIMS OF THE MeCCSA POSTGRADUTE NETWORK:
>
>The aim of the Postgraduate Network is to bring together postgraduate
>students in media, communication and cultural studies from different
>intellectual traditions and cultural backgrounds in order to form
>research, and teaching and learning networks and also ensure peer support.
>The Postgraduate Network Executive Committee has members from the
>University of Aberystwyth, Cardiff, University of Central England,
>Birmingham, Glasgow University, London School of Economics, Queen Margaret
>University College, Edinburgh, University of Ulster, Northern Ireland,
>University of Stirling, University of Sunderland, University of Sussex and
>University of Westminster.
>
>The Postgraduate Networkâ¬"s goals are to:
>
>- Situate postgraduate researchers in the national landscape of media,
>communication and cultural studies
>- Provide a national forum where postgraduates can participate in
>workshops/seminars related to teaching, learning and research
>- Bring together members of the postgraduate community in order to debate
>contemporary issues in media, communication and cultural studies
>- Provide a supportive environment where postgraduates can establish
>valuable contacts for the future
>
>ABOUT ADM-HEA:
>
>
>ADM-HEA is the Higher Education Academy Subject 
>Centre for Art, Design and Media.  We were 
>established in 2000 to support and enhance 
>learning and teaching in higher education art, 
>design, media theory and practice, the history 
>of art and design and cultural studies subjects.
>
>We work with people in further and higher 
>education institutions, subject associations and 
>professional bodies, to explore and identify 
>opportunities to develop effective practices in 
>learning and teaching in art, design and media.
>
>Our aim is to enhance the student learning experience by:
>    * creating and supporting a network of 
> people involved in the delivery of higher 
> education in art, design and media subjects
>    * facilitating the sharing of knowledge 
> across the network and forging and brokering 
> links with professional bodies and subject associations
>    * promoting and sharing good practice in learning and teaching
>
>for more details 
>visit:<<http://www.adm.heacademy.ac.uk/%3E>http://www.adm.heacademy.ac.uk/>
>
>
>ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX, BRIGHTON:
>
>The University of Sussex is a leading research institution engaged in high-
>quality scholarship across a broad range of subjects. In the 2005 Times
>Higher Education Supplementâ¬"s â¬ÜWorld University Rankingsâ¬", Sussex was
>ranked 13th in the UK, 36th in Europe, and 100th in the world.
>
>A refusal to be confined by traditional disciplinary boundaries
>characterises some of the most distinctive research at Sussex. This
>pioneering approach is reflected in the organisation of graduate studies
>within its schools, which is designed to encourage intellectual exchange
>across disciplines, and create a lively, stimulating environment.
>
>Sussex has maintained a strong international focus since its foundation
>and has academic links with every continent. The University is home to
>researchers and students from over 120 countries, and thus prides itself
>on a vibrant and diverse student population.
>
>The University of Sussex boasts one of the most beautiful campus locations
>in Britain. Situated in rolling parkland on the edge of Brighton, the
>campus combines award-winning modern architecture and green open spaces.
>Sussex is the only university in England with the whole of its academic
>campus situated in a designated â¬ÜArea of Outstanding Natural Beautyâ¬Ü, and
>with the beautiful Sussex coast on the doorstep, there is a perfect
>atmosphere for study and relaxation.
>
>The Media and Film Studies department at the University of Sussex has
>firmly established its reputation in both teaching and research over the
>last fourteen years. The distinctive focus of the departmentâ¬"s work is on
>the decisive cultural role of media systems within modern societies. We
>have particular research strengths in the areas of narrative and popular
>culture, as well as gender and sexuality, gaining international
>recognition for our work in these fields. Over 600 students are registered
>in the Department across a vast spectrum of disciplines. Our newly opened
>Centre for Material Digital Culture will only further consolidate our
>reputation as a department committed to embracing social and technological
>developments, alongside cutting-edge theoretical and philosophical
>frameworks.
>
>
>
>

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