קול קורא - Call for Papers: International Conference on Korean Studies in Israel

 

Call for Papers: International Conference on Korean Studies in Israel

 

Date: April 28, 2025
Location: Bar-Ilan University, Israel

Bar-Ilan University is pleased to announce an international academic conference dedicated to exploring the field of Korean Studies in general and particularly in Israel. The conference will provide a platform for scholars, educators, and practitioners to exchange insights, share research, and discuss the development and future of Korean Studies both locally and globally.

 

Conference Themes

We invite submissions addressing, but not limited to, the following topics:

The History and Development of Korean Studies: Tracing the evolution of Korean Studies as a discipline, including focusing on differentiation between the regions.

Asian and Korean Studies in Israel: Examining the growth, challenges, and unique characteristics of Asian and Korean Studies in the Israeli academic context.

Teaching the Korean Language: Exploring methodologies, challenges, and innovations in teaching Korean as a foreign language.

Impact of Regional Conflicts on Korean and Asian Studies: Investigating regional security threats or conflicts 

influence Korean and Asian Studies in Israel and the Middle East region.

Diplomacy, sanctions, and economic measures in comparative look at the Middle East and North East Asia.

 

Submission Guidelines

Scholars and researchers are invited to submit abstracts (up to 300 words) outlining their proposed presentations. Submissions should be in English and must include the following:

Title of the presentation

Name(s) and affiliation(s) of the author(s)

Contact information

In addition to individual paper submissions, we welcome proposals for full panel sessions. A panel should include 3-4 presenters addressing a common theme related to the topics outlined in the Call for Papers, along with a designated chair and/or discussant. Panel proposals should include a title, an abstract outlining the panel’s focus (up to 300 words), and individual abstracts for each presentation. Please ensure that all participants have agreed to take part before submitting the proposal.

Key Dates

Abstract Submission Deadline: March 10, 2025

Notification of Acceptance: April 2, 2025

 

Travel and Accommodation Support

A limited numb/er of travel and accommodation grants are available for researchers residing outside of Israel. Priority will be given to presenters whose work aligns closely with the conference themes. Applicants seeking support should indicate their need for funding in their submission email.

Submission and Contact Information

Please submit your abstract and any inquiries to the conference organizing committee at: Michal.zelcer-lavid@biu.ac.il and alon.levkowitz@biu.ac.il  

We look forward to welcoming you to Bar-Ilan University to participate in this unique opportunity to advance the field of Korean Studies in Israel and foster international collaboration.