September 30, 2005 Source: St. Mary's University:
http://www.smu.ca/newsreleases/2005/30-09-2005.html A look at America and violence Saint Mary's University is playing a major role in hosting the 2005 Conference of the Canadian Association of American Studies, which will convene in Halifax from October 6 to 9 at The Delta Barrington Hotel. Scholars from universities in Canada, the United States, and Europe will address the conference theme of America and Violence in a range of sessions on the history, politics, literature, and popular culture of the United States including panels on topics related to the current war in Iraq. Sponsorship and organization of the four-day conference is also a cooperative endeavor of Saint Mary's, Dalhousie University, and The Nova Scotia College of Art and Design. For details on registration, the conference program, and other events please check the conference website: http://myweb.dal.ca/dhevans/CAAS/conference.htm Students can attend the conference free of charge and are most welcome at all the sessions. Saint Mary's University is known for its community outreach projects, both in Canada and around the world. Saint Mary's, founded in 1802, is home to one of Canada's leading business schools, a Science Faculty widely known for its cutting-edge research, a comprehensive and innovative Arts Faculty and a vibrant Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research. -30- For More Information: Paul Fitzgerald
Public Affairs Officer
Saint Mary's University, Public Affairs
(902) 420.5514
E-mail: paul.fitzgerald@smu.ca
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