Graduate Humanities Symposium
Overview
Graduate Humanities Symposium
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Open to all ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵgraduate students conducting research in the humanities (regardless of major), the Graduate Humanities Symposium provides great experience for your C.V. or professional resume, as well as opportunities to network with other graduate students. There is no cost to participate in this symposium. Free breakfast and lunch is provided for presenters as well as a swag bag.
Help us fill the audience! Support our graduate student scholars by attending the symposium and listening to their research. There is no cost to attend. View the schedule overview below or view the symposium program for details on room locations, presenter names, and paper titles.
Schedule
2024 Graduate Humanities Symposium Schedule Overview
8:30am - 8:55am | Breakfast and Check-In (MSC 3707)
9:00am - 10:00am | Session I
- Panel 1 | Exploring Identities Through Latine Literature (MSC 3707)
- Panel 2 | Memory, Landscape, and Growth (MSC 3709)
- Panel 3 | Activism, Social Organization, and Political Movements (MSC 3712)
10:00am - 11:00am | Session II
- Panel 4 | Language and Identity (MSC 3707)
- Panel 5 | Journeys of the Spirit: Philosophy to Fiction (MSC 3709)
- Panel 6 | Utopia, Dystopia, and Outsiders (MSC 3712)
11:00am - 11:15am | Break
11:15am - 12:15pm | Session III
- Panel 7 | Screening Narratives: Media, Identity, and Cultural Representation (MSC 3709)
- Panel 8 | Class and Power in the Premodern World (MSC 3712)
12:15pm - 1:00pm | Lunch (provided for presenters and moderators) MSC 3707
1:00pm - 2:00pm | Session IV
- Panel 9 | Narratives Through New Media (MSC 3707)
- Panel 10 | Gender and Other Tensions in Horror Genre Film (MSC 3712)
2:00pm - 3:00pm | Session V
- Panel 11 | Not at the Dinner Table: Religion, Politics, and Scholarship (MSC 3707)
- Panel 12 | Out of Bounds: Morality and Gender Nonconformity (MSC 3712)
3:00pm- 3:15pm | Break
3:15pm - 4:15pm | Session VI
- Panel 13 | Nonconformity: Living Outside the Boundaries (MSC 3707)
- Panel 14 | Not Just Setting: The Role of Place in Creative Writing (MSC 3712)
4:15pm - 5:15pm | Session VII
- Panel 15| Human Rights, Empathy, and Communication (MSC 3707)
Symposium Format
Panel Discussions are the traditional presentation method for most disciplines. A panel has a general topic (for example, “Gender Roles in the 19th Century") with 3 scholars, each of whom will present their individual work that falls under the general topic. Each individual presentation should be 12 – 15 minutes long. After all individual presentations, the group will take questions from the audience.
timeline
Applications Open
August 12, 2024
Apply online to present at the Graduate Humanities Symposium
Applications Due
September 18, 2024
Deadline to submit your application
Decision Emails Sent
September 25, 2024
Applicants will be notified
Preparation Sessions
October 4, 2024
Session available for presenters to ask questions and prepare before the symposium
12:00pm - 1:30pm
CPR 478 B Conference Room (Cooper Hall 4th Floor Humanities Institute)
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Graduate Humanities Symposium
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presentations. The program will be available beginning one week before the symposium.
Frequently asked questions
What information do I need for my application?
When you're ready to apply, here's what we'll ask for in the application:
- Name and pronouns
- ¹ú²ú¶ÌÊÓƵemail
- Masters or PhD student
- Major / Program
- Title of project
- Do you plan to eat lunch at the conference and dietary restrictions?
- Student Scholar Biography (see "What goes into my biography?" for more details. ~100 words max./ 3-5 sentences)
- Abstract (PDF file upload)
- (200 words max.) This is where you submit a brief summary of your project or research. Even if your project is not complete yet, you can still submit a general overview for application purposes. Writing the abstract in future tense may help. Please include your name and project title in the abstract.
Does my project need to be complete at the time of application?
No. An abstract is sufficient for the application. Students are encouraged to apply with an existing project or research that may still be in progress. We understand that a project still may be in progress even during the symposium in October.
What goes into my biography?
The biography is a few sentences that describes your academics interests, course of study, and future plans. Please write your biography in 3rd person and limit it to 3-5 sentences (less than 100 words).
Example: "Jane completed her bachelor's degree in English at the University of Central Florida and is now pursuing her PhD in English literature at USF. Her research focuses on copyright history and it's impacts on 19th century publishers. After graduation, Jane hopes to get a position as a tenured faculty member and start her own book club. Jane volunteers at her local community garden and grows her own peppers."
How long should my presentation be?
You should plan to speak for 12 – 15 minutes. If you go over 15 minutes, the moderator will kindly let you know your time is up.
Does anyone else read my research paper?
No. You are the only person who sees your paper. You can read directly from it, or bring notes to guide your oral presentation.
Do I need to have visual aids?
Visual aids like PowerPoints or images are completely optional. We will have the A/V capabilities if you want to make use of them.
Will there be food at the symposium?
Yes, presenters are provided free breakfast and lunch, including coffee and tea throughout the day. Please indicate in your application if you plan to eat lunch. Also indicate any dietary restrictions in your application submission.
What if I have a class scheduled during my presentation time?
If your presentation time conflicts with a class, you should inform your instructor right away to see if they can support you in this opportunity to present at the symposium. For further assistance or if you cannot present at your original scheduled time, please contact Liz Kicak.
I'm from the St. Petersburg or Sarasota-Manatee campus. Can I participate?
Yes! Graduate students from all campuses are invited to apply. If transportation is an obstacle to participating in the conference in-person on the Tampa campus, please contact Liz Kicak.
Are the presentations juried or judged?
No. This is a low-stakes symposium to practice presenting your research and prepare for future conferences.
I've never participated in a symposium before and I'm not sure if I should apply. How do I know if I'm ready?
You’re ready! The Humanities Institute staff is here to help you plan and prepare if you need help. The symposium is designed to be professional, but supportive and fun.