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CULTURES, HISTORIES, IDENTITIES in VISUAL STUDIES

Call for Papers (September 2026 and Academic Year 2027)

The convenors of the Visual Studies Network invite expressions of interest from its members. In particular, we are seeking one presenter for the seminar currently scheduled between September 1 and 15.

As you may already know, the seminar series is conceived as a collegial space for sharing research in progress rather than finished, published, or fully polished papers. Contributions may take the form of exploratory arguments, methodological reflections, archival or visual material under analysis, or chapters/articles in progress. Please note this call is circulated among the current members of this network.

We especially welcome contributions that engage with, but are not limited to:

ETHOS OF THE SEMINAR SERIES

The seminars aim to foster a supportive, experimental, and interdisciplinary environment. Participants can test ideas and receive thoughtful, constructive feedback. We encourage open discussion across disciplinary boundaries and career stages. Each presentation may vary in length, from roughly 30 minutes to a maximum of 1 hour, excluding discussion. We hold three seminars per semester.

If you are interested in presenting in September 2026 please get in touch by July 15, 2026, with a brief description of your proposed topic and a short bio.

We also welcome expressions of interest for the academic year 2027.

Kā mihi,


Ed, Cecilia & Hilary

Contact:
Email: cecilia.novero@otago.ac.nz AND ed.hanfling@op.ac.nz

Dunedin School of Art and University of Otago (Languages and Cultures)