The Symposium of Students in English is open to all students of
English at undergraduate and MA level. Its main aim is to offer
young researchers an opportunity to share ideas, make new contacts and
develop professionally. In the past, research papers and workshops have
focused on a variety of topics connected to British and American
studies, including linguistics, literature, semiotics, media studies,
gender studies, teaching, creative writing, and many others. Every
year, the department also publishes a selection of papers in the volume
of conference proceedings. We have always
attempted to create a friendly and relaxed atmosphere, encouraging
presenters to make their speeches as lively and interactive as
possible, and participants to ask questions. There are also plenty of
opportunities for social interaction, and evening events typically
include theatre or music performances by students, or poetry and prose
readings. The bulk of the organisation is usually done
by our student organisers, who bring in their enthusiasm, their
brilliant ideas, and their very hard work. This means the symposium is
usually as good as our students are, and fortunately that is good news! Registration for this year's edition, the 14th, which will take place on 3-4 April 2009, is now closed.
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