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American Studies Association QUB

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The American Studies Association at Queen’s University, Belfast. An interdisciplinary society for all those interested in the study of the Americas.

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Chelle McIntyre-Brewer kicks us off with a thought-provoking discussion on decolonising museums particularly repatriating indigenous ancestors, and the importance of changing terminology when referring to human beings and culturally significant objects

Chelle McIntyre-Brewer kicks us off with a thought-provoking discussion on decolonising museums particularly repatriating indigenous ancestors, and the importance of changing terminology when referring to human beings and culturally significant objects
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Mille Mulcahey continues with a fascinating presentation about her research with indigenous interpreters, particularly the psychological toll demanded by their work, not just in interpreting traumatic historical events, but grappling with how to present these narratives today

Mille Mulcahey continues with a fascinating presentation about her research with indigenous interpreters, particularly the psychological toll demanded by their work, not just in interpreting traumatic historical events, but grappling with how to present these narratives today
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Professor Kyle Mays fascinating presentation describes some of the nuances between the terminology used to describe the experiences of Indigenous and Black Americans

Professor Kyle Mays fascinating presentation describes some of the nuances between the terminology used to describe the experiences of Indigenous and Black Americans
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CfP 📣 “Theirstory” is the ASA’s second conference (hosted online) which will explore American LGBTQIA+ activism and/or scholarship. The deadline for abstracts is February 7th. Full details below 👇

CfP 📣 “Theirstory” is the ASA’s second conference (hosted online) which will explore American LGBTQIA+ activism and/or scholarship. The deadline for abstracts is February 7th. Full details below 👇
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As Monday 28th February falls on a day of planned industrial action by staff at QUB, the ASA’s “Theirstory” conference has been postponed by one week to Monday 7th March. We have also extended our deadline for abstract submissions to this Friday, 11th February. #solidarity

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Congrats to our amazing president Emma Taylor! Even from the other side of the ocean, you have still been the main driver of the society! Lots of love, the rest of the ASA committee xx