University of Manitoba Institute for the Humanities

university of manitoba institute for the humanities

newsletter january 2010

academic enhancement fund The second component will involve research in the humanities: transcribing existing oral histories in the umih lunchtime discussion series The Institute for the Humanities is pleased Archives, and identifying and conducting to announce that the UMIH, along with new oral histories to expand and enrich the The Institute for the Humanities presented Shelley Sweeney (Head, University of collection. This project is a way of reach- a new Lunchtime Discussion Series this Manitoba Archives and Special Collections), ing out to those whose experiences and fall: Research in the Humanities. The have been awarded $75,000 over two years stories have not yet been heard, moreover, first lunch, “Sharing Research and Com- (2009-10, 2010-11) from the University of oral histories are a crucial educational munications,” was co-facilitated by Roisin Manitoba Academic Enhancement Fund resource for teachers and community Cossar (History) and the UMIH Director, for a Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgen- workers conducting outreach and public David Churchill. The second, “Publish- der, and Two-Spirited (LGBTT) Archival awareness around homophobia, coming ing’s Promise and Pitfalls,” was co-facili- and Oral History Initiative. out, HIV/AIDS prevention, and a host of tated by Judith Owens (English, Film, other potential uses. The UMIH is excited &Theatre) and David Churchill. This Initiative will dramatically enhance to be a part of such an initiative, and will the LGBTT resources at the University of be focusing on realizing this major research Manitoba, and ultimately make the Uni- project over the next twelve months. versity a centre for research excellence in the interdisciplinary field of LGBTT stud- new faculty colloquium series: ies. Many of the related archival materials winter 2010 research talks – currently deposited with the University Archives and Special Collections – deal Three New Faculty Colloquium Series talks with the decades long struggle by LGBTT are scheduled for Winter 2010. The first people and communities for human rights, on Monday January 25th at 2:30 will social justice, and dignity. Collecting feature Dr Serenity Joo (English): “The These informal lunchtime discussions are LGBTT archival materials, including the Future of (the) Race: Science Fiction and intended for assistant professors, proba- records of organizations, relevant peri- the Politics of Form.” Everyone is welcome tionary appointments, and new faculty in odicals, and individual oral histories, is to attend. Humanities departments and Arts more all part of the larger project of witnessing generally to gather and consider the issues and remembering – cornerstones for the This will be followed by talks from Dr facing new faculty and junior scholars. establishment, protection and expansion of Anna Fournier (Anthropology) on Friday Lunch will be provided, and each session Human Rights. February 26th, and Dr Étienne-Marie will be scheduled for noon. Lassi (French, Spanish, & Italian) on This project has two principle initiatives, Thursday March 25th, both to be held at The Institute invites and encourages new the first being to work with a graduate 2:30 in room 409 Tier Building. Please faculty members to attend these forums, student from the University of Manitoba see the UMIH website or our February where they can participate in guided Archival Studies Program to help access the newsletter for further details of these and discussions that will address such concerns existing LGBTT materials that have been other upcoming talks. as conducting and disseminating research; deposited in the University Archives and balancing teaching, service, and research; Special Collections. Through this, we will This series facilitates getting to know new strategies for publishing as a junior scholar. be better able to identify areas for further members of the Faculty, making potentially collections, particular strengths of the col- important and rewarding connections, and Additional sessions will be scheduled in lection, as well as key people and contacts hearing new and innovative research. We early 2010. The UMIH gratefully ac- for oral history interviews. hope you will attend these lectures to both knowledges support from the Office of the meet and support your new colleagues. Dean of Arts for this new initiative.

University of Manitoba Institute for the Humanities ~ 407 Tier Building ~ 204-474-9599 ~ [email protected] Director: Dr David S. Churchill Assistant: Krista Walters www.umanitoba.ca/faculties/arts/departments/humanities/ umih research clusters that also explores how Harlan´s children research affiliates: opening and grandchildren cope with this legacy, law and society followed a by panel discussion. The details research cluster presentation The UMIH has an opening for one Re- of these events are to be confirmed. Please search Affiliate in the 2010-11 academic On Thursday January 21st, the Cluster refer to the UMIH website or February year. Applications are welcome from post- will host a panel on the Sexuality and Hu- newsletter for updated information. doctoral fellows, independent scholars, man Rights Theme, “Sexuality and Human doctoral candidates and individuals in full- Rights,” featuring: The Institute is now accepting applications time university appointments who wish for the support of research clusters for the to spend all or part of a sabbatical leave in • Karen Busby (Law) 2010-11 academic year. Those interested Manitoba. Applicants must have a clearly “Being and Doing: On the Resolution of Conflicting should refer to the advertisement on page defined project in some field of humanities Sexuality and Religious Rights Claims” three of this newsletter for details. Applica- scholarship. Interdisciplinary projects are • David Churchill (History/UMIH) tions are due April 30 2010. particularly welcome. PhD candidates will “Queer Human Rights and Its Discontents” be considered only if they have completed • Donn Short (Law) all course requirements and expect to be “Queer Youth, Human Rights and Safe Schools: Safe engaged in full-time research. Students Doesn’t Necessarily Mean Safe” enrolled at the U of M are not eligible for UMIH affiliateships. This public event will be held from12:00- 2:00 pm in room 409 Tier. A light lunch There is no stipend, but a private office, will be provided at noon. This event is co- computer, telephone, fax, library privileges, sponsored by the U of M Faculty of Law. and some secretarial assistance will be http://home.cc.umanitoba.ca/~gsmith/LSRC.htm provided. Affiliates may also apply to the Director for limited subsidies of research new umih research affiliate jewish studies research circle expenses. Affiliates will be expected to par- presentations ticipate in UMIH activities and use their This January, the UMIH welcomesMs offices on a regular basis. The maximum On Thursday January 28th, Professor Virginia Lee Strain (English) as a Research teaching load during the tenure of the Rhea Tregebov (Creative Writing Program, Affiliate. Ms Strain is a Ph.D. candidate in affiliateship is normally six credit hours. University of British Columbia), will give a the English Department at the University The tenure of the affiliateships is normally public talk: “The Knife Sharpener’s Bell.” of Toronto. She is presently completing twelve months, from 1 July to 30 June. She will discuss her new novel, which fol- her dissertation, Perfecting the Law: Legal However, applications for six months, (i.e. lows the odyssey of Annette Gershon who Reform and Literary Forms in the 1590s and 1 July to 31 December, or 1 January to 30 undertakes a reverse immigration from 1600s. In studies on The Gesta Grayorum, June) will also be considered. Depression-era Winnipeg to Soviet Odessa Francis Bacon, John Donne, and Shake- and then to Moscow. speare, her dissertation reveals that official The University of Manitoba encourages forms of legal regulation were contiguous applications from qualified women and This public event will be held 2:30 pm with rhetorical and representational strate- men, including members of visible minori- in room 409 Tier, with a public recep- gies employed by writers for legal-political ties, Aboriginal peoples, and persons with tion to follow. Professor Tregebov’s talk is credit and critique. disabilities. All qualified candidates are co-sponsored by the UMIH Jewish Studies encouraged to apply; however, Canadian Research Circle; Judaic Studies Program; Ms Strain has an article under submission citizens and permanent residents will be Centre for Creative Writing & Oral on “The Winter’s Tale and The Oracle of given priority.

Culture; Department of English, Film, & The Law,” and just completed a Research Application materials, including letters of Theatre; Department of History. Fellowship at the Huntington Library. During her affiliateship, she will examine reference, will be handled in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protec- Two other Jewish Studies events are pres- how the historical function and experience tion of Privacy Act (Manitoba). ently being finalized for March: of imprisonment inform the character and narrative logic of Shakespeare’s Measure for A letter of application stating the period for The Cluster will host two public film Measure and Hamlet. which the Affiliateship is desired, together screenings, to be scheduled in March: “Jew with a research proposal, CV, and letters Suess,” the infamous Nazi propaganda UMIH Affiliate Dr Albert Kaganovitch from two referees, should be submitted to film by Veit Harlan, followed by discus- continues to conduct research on his proj- the Director, Dr David S.Churchill, on or sion; “Harlan - In the Shadow of the Jew ect, “Jewish Refugees in Eastern Parts of before April 30th 2010. Suess,”the celebrated documentary on the the USSR during World War II.” He will life and work of the film maker Veit Harlan give a public talk later this term, details to Please see the UMIH website for details. be announced.

2 umih research clusters 2010-11

The Institute for the Humanities is soliciting applications for the support of to two research clusters for the 2010-11 academic year. Research clusters are groups of faculty and graduate students from different departments and disciplines with shared research interests. In 2010-11, the UMIH expects to offer support to one new cluster and one returning cluster. Research clusters should undertake activities related to the mandate of the Institute:

• to facilitate meaningful dialogue on and exploration of Humanities-related themes across disciplinary boundaries • to foster and promote interdisciplinary research in the Humanities • to demonstrate a willingness to seek external funding for collaborative research

Successful groups will be awarded $1,500 (subject to budgetary approval) in seed money, which can be used towards the costs of meetings, photocopying, visiting speakers, etc. Clusters will also have access to space on the UMIH web site and to room 409 Tier for meetings, and will receive some administrative support. As part of their activities, each group will be required to plan at least one public event for the fall term and one for the winter term during the 2010-11 academic year. Awards will be renewable for a second year providing that the group adheres to the proposal described in their application and stays within their budget.

Eligibility Research clusters must contain at least two University of Manitoba faculty members from the Faculty of Arts, ideally from two different departments. Clusters involving graduate students, members of the community or scholars at other universities are particularly welcome. Clusters may not include members of the UMIH Board of Management selection committee. Proposals must be on a humanities theme (defined in terms of both content and methodology).

• Current UMIH research clusters that have had one year of support are strongly encouraged to apply for a second year. • Current UMIH research clusters that have had two years of support are welcome apply for a third year on the understanding that their application may be given lower priority than a comparable application from a newer research cluster.

Selection Criteria Members of the UMIH Board of Management will act as the selection committee using the following criteria: (a) the qualifications of the applicants; (b) the significance of the proposed theme and its potential appeal to a wider humanities audience; (c) the proposed activities for the 2010-11 year; (d) the viability of the program and budget

Application Procedure The following materials must be submitted to the address below: • a short (one page) curriculum vitae for each member of the cluster with one contact person clearly identified; • a two-page (maximum) proposal outlining the theme of the cluster and highlighting the original and interdisciplinary features of the proposal; • a tentative outline of the activities to be undertaken by the group with preference given to activities leading to a tangible scholarly event such as a workshop, conference, speaker series, or publication; • a one-page budget with all budget items clearly justified and indication of the potential sources of additional funds, if required

Prospective applicants are encouraged to email the Director of the Institute, Dr David S. Churchill.

Application materials will be handled in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (Manitoba).

Please submit applications to: Dr David S. Churchill Director, Institute for the Humanities Phone: (204) 474-9114 407 Tier Building Fax: (204) 474-7596 University of Manitoba Email: [email protected] Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 umanitoba.ca/faculties/arts/departments/humanities

The deadline for the receipt of applications and all supporting material is April 30th, 2010. Decisions will be made by June, 2010. 3 umih panel discussion The Robson Hall Distinguished Visitor The U of M Faculty of Arts will award the 2010 winter olympics: Lecture Series presents Dr John Borrows: two C.D. Howe Memorial Foundation critical perspectives “Canada’s Indigenous Constitution: Liv- Fellowships in Creative Writing & Oral ing Traditions and Human Rights.” This Culture, valued at approximately $8,800 Thursday February 11th On , the UMIH public talk will be held on Tuesday Janu- each (TBC) for 2010-11. Each fellowship will host a panel discussion to coincide ary 26th at 12:00 in Robson Hall, Moot will be offered to graduate students en- with the opening week of the Vancouver Court Room. rolled full-time in the Faculty of Graduate 2010 Olympic Winter Games. Studies in an MA or PhD program; with For more information, contact Jennifer a minimum GPA of 3.5 (or equivalent) • Russell Field (Kinesiology & Recreation Chlopecki, Faculty of Law, jennifer_chlo- based on the last 60 credit hours of study; Management) [email protected]. who are conducting thesis research in Cre- “Can sport be consumed responsibly? Responding to the protests and controversies surrounding the ative Writing (producing an original work Vancouver Games” 9 of literature) or on the critical study of oral cultures. Students with lived experience • Ian Hudson (Economics) of indigenous and other oral cultures are “Why Host the Olympics?” The Subsidization of calls for papers particularly encouraged to apply. Sports and the Vancouver 2010 Winter Games” and announcements Application deadline: Friday January Discussants will contextualize the 2010 The U of M Department of English, Film, 29th. For details, contact Jess Woolford, Olympics historically, politically, socially, and Theatre invites proposals for short Centre for Creative Writing & Oral Cul- and economically, moderated by UMIH presentations for a day-long symposium, ture, 474-1065. Director David Churchill. “Working with Feelings: Emotions and the Practice of Everyday Life,” to be This event will take place at2:30 pm in held at St. John’s College, Friday March room 409 Tier Building. Everyone is wel- 12th. The keynote speaker will be Deidre come to attend! 9 Lynch (English, University of Toronto). Presentations should be 5-10 minutes and may be brief papers, summaries of works- upcoming u of m events in-progress, or creative interventions. in the humanities Poster presentations are also welcome. Send proposals of no more than 150 words recent arrivals in the On Wednesday January 27th at 2:30 and a short CV to Dr Arlene Young, umih offices pm, the Department of History Colloquia [email protected]. Submission Committee presents a research talk by Deadline: Wednesday February 17th. The UMIH subscribes to the newsletters David Watt (English, Film, & Theatre), title and events notices of other Humanities TBA. This public talk will be held in room ______Centres and Institutes from around the 409 Tier. Everyone is welcome to attend. globe. Some recent arrivals include: York University’s Art History Graduate For more information, please contact Erik • University of Michigan Institute for the Humanities Student Association presents its 9th An- Thomson, [email protected]. Annual Report, 2008-09 nual Symposium: Appropriation: People, • Stanford Humanities Center Annual Report 2008- Places, Things. This symposium aims to 09, “Humanities Around the Globe” ______critically engage with appropriation in art, • belles lettres: A Literary Review, Fall 2009, Center for visual culture and media. the Humanities at Washington University in St. Louis On Sunday January 24th at 3:00, the De- •Townsend Center for the Humanities (UC Berkeley) partment of Classics presents Dr Nancy de Organizers invite graduate students and November/December 2009 Newsletter • The Center for the Humanities at Washington Uni- Grummond (University of North Carolina, recent graduates from all disciplines to versity in St. Louis December 2009 Newsletter, “The Wilmington submit short (250 word) proposals (with ): “Etruscan Lightning, Livers Figure in the Carpet.” and Lore: Myth and Ritual in Ancient curriculum vitae) for presentations that • Center for the Humanities at Temple University Etruria.” This public lecture will be held in examine appropriation. Submission (CHAT) 2009-10 Newsletter room 237 University College. Deadline: January 22nd; Symposium Date: March 19th. For more information We welcome those interested to visit the For more information, contact Eleanor or a copy of the full call for papers, contact UMIH offices in 407 Tier Building and Stardom, [email protected]. Maxine Proctor, [email protected]. browse through these publications.