There are two new opportunities to submit proposals for the 2020 convention! Propose a just-in-time session on a topic that has come to light since 1 April, or participate in the 2020 Humanities in Fiveand present your research in under five minutes in language accessible to the general public. The deadline for submissions to both is 9 September.
Publication Spotlight
New MLA Volume on Study Abroad
Learn aboutdiverse approaches to study abroad programs and courses that can help shape offerings at your institution.
Cave Canem Founders to Receive Franklin Award
Toi Derricotte and Cornelius Eady, cofounders of Cave Canem, a national poetry organization that supports African American poets, will be recognized for their work in public advocacy for the humanities at the 2020 convention. Learn more.
New Deadline for MLA Resolutions
The new deadline to submit a resolution for consideration is 1 September. Read more about changes designed to increase member input and make resolutions more effective, and learn how to submit a resolution.
Apply for a Humanities Course Grant by 5 Sept.
Don't miss the opportunity to get financial support to develop an innovative or interdisciplinary humanities course or educational program. Applyfor a $3,000 MLA course development grant by 5 September.
Explore the New MLA Job List
The new MLA Job Liststreamlines the search experience for job seekers and employers. Search with no log-in, and create an account to get job alerts or post an ad!
Free Webinars for Academic Job Applicants
Register for free webinars on writing diversity statements or cover letters, brought to you by the Committee on the Status of Graduate Students in the Humanities.
Call for Papers: The Global English Department
Propose an essay on a new volume in development on the role of the English department outside the Anglosphere. Submit your proposal by 15 September.
Events
23-25 Aug.: Conference on Language and Literacy Education, Johannesburg
28-29 Aug.: 2nd Rome—International Conference on Social Science and Humanities, Rome
5 Sept.: Artificial Intelligence in the World of Languages, Pittsburgh
10 Sept.: Conference on the treatment of victims, New York City
