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78091-01 - Practical course: Conference Management: African Perspectives on Global Transformations (3 CP)
| Semester | spring semester 2026 |
| Course frequency | Once only |
| Lecturers |
Veit Arlt (veit.arlt@unibas.ch)
Pascal Schmid (pascal.schmid@unibas.ch, Assessor) |
| Content | From 26-28 August 2026 the Centre for African Studies at the University of Basel will run the joint convention of the Swiss Society for African Studies and the German Association for African Studies VAD e.V. We expect approximately 500 scholars to participate – most of them on-site. On 25 August 2026 an additional Young Scholars Meeting will be organized by PhD students. In the context of this conference, we introduce students to one of the key activities in academic work, namely organizing a scholarly meeting. Together we will define tasks and design processes and structures, thereby shaping the event. For the conference delegates, our work will be decisive for a positive experience. As participants in this course, you will take charge of specific tasks in the conference management and will lead dedicated teams of volunteers during the conference days. In the framework of this course, you will receive an introduction to the general concept of a conference and its functions and you will learn about the essentials of conference management. We look forward to engaging with you in this practical endeavor, and to fostering together a unique experience for all involved. |
| Weblink | Conference Website |
| Admission requirements | We welcome students from all levels and from all subject areas. However, your availability during the week of the conference and in particular on the conference days is essential. |
| Language of instruction | English |
| Use of digital media | No specific media used |
| Interval | Weekday | Time | Room |
|---|---|---|---|
| wöchentlich | Friday | 10.15-12.00 | Rheinsprung 21, Seminarraum 00.002 |
Dates
| Date | Time | Room |
|---|---|---|
| Friday 27.02.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Fasnachtswoche |
| Friday 06.03.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Rheinsprung 21, Seminarraum 00.002 |
| Friday 13.03.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Rheinsprung 21, Seminarraum 00.002 |
| Friday 20.03.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Rheinsprung 21, Seminarraum 00.002 |
| Friday 27.03.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Rheinsprung 21, Seminarraum 00.002 |
| Friday 03.04.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Osterwoche |
| Friday 10.04.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Rheinsprung 21, Seminarraum 00.002 |
| Friday 17.04.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Rheinsprung 21, Seminarraum 00.002 |
| Friday 24.04.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Rheinsprung 21, Seminarraum 00.002 |
| Friday 01.05.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Tag der Arbeit |
| Friday 08.05.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Rheinsprung 21, Seminarraum 00.002 |
| Friday 15.05.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Auffahrt |
| Friday 22.05.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Rheinsprung 21, Seminarraum 00.002 |
| Friday 29.05.2026 | 10.15-12.00 | Rheinsprung 21, Seminarraum 00.002 |
| Modules |
Modul: Transfer: Europa interdisziplinär (Master's degree program: European History in Global Perspective) Module: Changing Societies Lab (Master's degree program: Changing Societies: Migration – Conflicts – Resources) Module: Interdisciplinary and Applied African Studies (Master's degree program: African Studies) Module: Transferable Skills and Competences (Master's Studies: Epidemiology) |
| Assessment format | continuous assessment |
| Assessment registration/deregistration | Reg.: course registration; dereg.: not required |
| Repeat examination | no repeat examination |
| Scale | Pass / Fail |
| Repeated registration | no repetition |
| Responsible faculty | Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, studadmin-philhist@unibas.ch |
| Offered by | Zentrum für Afrikastudien |