Call for Papers - Notre Dame Student Peace Conference

Call for Student Papers
University of Notre Dame Student Peace Conference


"Partnering for Peace" April 1-2, 2011
Submission Deadline: February 4, 2011


The Notre Dame Student Peace Conference Committee is seeking undergraduate and
graduate papers or presentations exploring the broad role of cooperative efforts in
peacebuilding.

This year's conference will focus on developing a greater understanding and
awareness of how partnerships between individuals, organization and government
entities can lead to successful peacebuilding.  Sessions and panels will explore how
and why relationships and cooperation - through common interests on local, regional
and global scales - can pave the way for improved stability and peace in our world. 
Presentations may be completed research, research in progress, or case studies. 
Ideas for full panel sessions, workshops, or interactive sessions and performances
are also welcome as proposals.

Submissions may cover a wide range of topics and disciplines related to peace
studies and peacebuilding, but they should generally contribute to the discussion
established by the conference theme.  Possible presentations could focus on current
partnerships, advocate the creation and promotion of future relationships, or simply
analyze the possible benefits of multifaceted enterprises in creating peace. 
Examples include, but are not limited to, government projects, international
corporations, nongovernmental organizations, and public-private ventures.

The deadline for submission is Friday, February 4, 2011.  For consideration,
submissions must consist of a one-page abstract or description of the project with
the title, author/creator and school name, along with a current résumé or curriculum
vitae.  Submissions should be emailed to peacecon@nd.edu<mailto:peacecon@nd.edu> as
a Microsoft Word or PDF attachment.  Notification of acceptance will be sent as soon
as the review process is completed, no later than February 25, 2011.

The Student Peace Conference is sponsored by the Kroc Institute for International
Peace Studies at the University of Notre Dame.  While funding for transportation and
lodging is not available to panelists or participants, there is no registration fee
and meals will be provided.  Questions may be directed to the organizers at
peacecon@nd.edu<mailto:peacecon@nd.edu>.