Call for Papers

April 17-18, 2024

The Allerton Conference Committee invites proposals addressing issues in Writing and English Studies, focusing on English, rhetoric, literature, composition studies, and institutional or cultural changes affecting your courses. Proposals may discuss innovative assignments, course sequences, and/or professional development aimed at restoring ethical practice and reclaiming our narrative. Formats include individual presentations, group discussions, panels, and posters. Suggested proposal areas include, but are not limited to:

  • Rhetoric
  • Pedagogy
  • Assessment and placement
  • Dual-credit courses
  • Inclusion and equity
  • Developmental writing
  • English language learning
  • Film and media studies
  • Literature
  • State of the profession
  • Legislative actions
  • Instructional modalities

We hope you'll join us for a convivial, productive conversation as we celebrate our connections at Allerton House. We offer reduced registration rates for students and contingent faculty. Many of our first-time conference attendees have joined us because of a recommendation from a colleague. If you know of colleagues who might help us shape these discussions, we would be grateful if you would pass this invitation on to them.

Please submit your proposal to AllertonConference@niu.edu by March 1, 2024.

We look forward to connecting with you at Allerton House in April!

Find us on Facebook (Allerton English Articulation Conference) for conference planning updates and conversations with participants past and present.  

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