Relevance
In the 47th edition of our conference, under the theme “Global Languages and Cultures in Motion,” explores how language, literature, film, cultural production, and pedagogy shape our understanding of an interconnected world. We welcome proposals from faculty, graduate students, independent scholars, and teaching practitioners on all aspects of Romance and Arabic languages, literatures, and cultures, including comparative, transnational, interdisciplinary, and cross-linguistic approaches. We invite submissions addressing, but not limited to, the following topics:
- New directions in the humanities
- Languages in contact
- Literatures across borders
- Colonial legacies and global power
- Migration and belonging
- Memory and cultural heritage
- Global cultures and circulation
- Teaching across differences
- Cultures on screen and beyond
- Bodies, identities, and representation
- Environments and place
- Creative and experimental practices
First-class Facilities
The 47th edition of CCRALL will once again take place in the modern Clifton Court Hall, the University of Cincinnati’s largest classroom building, featuring state-of-the-art facilities designed to enhance academic collaboration. The five-story building includes modern classrooms, flexible seating arrangements for group work, digital media labs, and a grand atrium with large windows. It also houses specialized spaces for film production, creative projects, and lectures.
Legacy
Established in 1980, CCRALL is the oldest student-run conference in the United States. To maintain quality, the conference accepts up to 120 papers, ensuring a meaningful experience for participants.
Our face-to-face format, allows attendees to engage with important topics in their fields while benefiting from the rich history and connections fostered by CCRALL through in-person connection.
Renowned Keynote Speakers: A Legacy of Excellence
By being the oldest student-run graduate conference in the USA, the CCRALL has had the chance to welcome numerous prestigious keynote speakers. Here are a few of them:
Juan Carlos Galeano – Poet, Translator and Professor
Keynote speaker at the 36th CCRALL
Author of Amazonia y otros poemas (2011)
Marie Darrieussecq – Writer and Translator
Keynote speaker at the 44th CCRALL
Author of Truismes (Pig Tales) (1996)
Eduardo Halfon – Writer and Professor
Keynote speaker at the 37th CCRALL
Author of El boxeador polaco (2018)
Cristina Rivera-Garza – Writer and Professor
Keynote speaker at the 38th CCRALL
Author of Nadie me verá llorar (1999)
Mayra Santos-Febres – Writer and Professor
Keynote speaker at the 44th CCRALL
Author of Sirena Selena vestida de pena (2000)
Farida Benlyazid – Scriptwriter, Producer, Production Manager, Novelist, and Director
Keynote speaker at the 41st CCRALL
Producer of A Door to the Sky (1989) and Keïd Ensa (1998).
Abdellah Taïa – Writer and Filmmaker
Keynote speaker at the 43rd CCRALL
Filmmaker of Salvation Army (2013)
Ann Dávila Cardinal – Author, Scholar
Keynote speaker at the 46st CCRALL
Author of The Storyteller’s Death (2022)
Kaouther Adimi – Author
Keynote speaker at the 46rd CCRALL
Author of Our Wealth (2017)
A Worry-Free Registration: Meals and Snacks Included
When registering for our conference, the registration cost includes all meals and snacks, a rarity in such academic gatherings. Attendees can fully immerse themselves in the conference without worrying about lunch and snacks – it is all taken care of!
The City on a Hill: Where Culture Meets Sports
Cincinnati has a lot to offer, including art and museums, scenic parks, diverse shopping, and a vibrant culinary scene. For a complete guide, check out our page Things to Do in Cincinnati!
