See the Special Issues page for a list of the special issues of Scandinavian Studies.

For the 2013 annual meeting of SASS, to be held in San Francisco, we will once again supplement the usual individual papers and pre-composed panels with special in-conference seminars or "streams" that link multiple sessions focusing on a special topic. Since the streams will need to be established before the main Call For Papers goes out in August, we give you the summer to develop the ideas and necessary collaborations. Once stream topics have been established, they will be included in the CFP and conference participants will then be encouraged to consider submitting a proposal for a presentation or panel within one of the streams as a way of fostering interdisciplinary discussion. In 2013, a variety of formats may be used for the panels in a stream:

1. the traditional four fifteen-minute or three twenty-minute papers
2. "flash" panels of six ten-minute papers
3. poster boards
4. round-table discussions

Please send suggestions for stream topics and panel formats within streams to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it by August 1. One proposed stream is listed below as an example and invitation. We look forward to our stream proposals!

DRAFT:

Stream Proposal #1: STATE OF THE FIELD

Recent unprecedented structural changes in university life and an upcoming generational shift in the field of Scandinavian Studies makes it imperative to think creatively about the ways in which we teach and research the fields of study represented within SASS. We do not often have the opportunity to think through these issues in a structured way with our SASS colleagues, so this stream encourages proposals for papers, workshops, and roundtable discussions dealing with a range of "state-of-the-field" issues. These might include:

• -workshops on successful syllabi for literature, culture, and history courses
• -new ideas for integrating Scandinavian Studies curricula
• -measuring academic "viability" in our fields of study
• -advocacy strategies, local and national
• -changes in academic publishing
• -professional development training for junior faculty

Clearly, this stream will involve a different kind of presentation than the usual research paper, but one that could be especially useful as part of a frank conversation about where we now, and the positive directions in which we might be headed with a little concerted forethought and collaborative strategizing. Position papers followed by discussion or roundtable panels would be especially effective for this stream. Questions about this stream should be directed to Mark Sandberg ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ) or Tom DuBois ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ), but proposals should be submitted directly to the conference organizers at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Instructor Applicant Pool

German and Scandinavian Department

The German and Scandinavian Department at the University of Oregon is seeking applicants for their open instructor pool for the 2012–2013 academic year. Positions are part time, temporary, limited duration, but with the possibility of renewal for up to three years depending on need, funding, and performance. Salary is dependent on education and experience. Applicants must have native or near-native fluency in German, Finnish, Danish, Swedish, or Norwegian; an MA or PhD, depending on the nature of the courses; and a record of excellence in teaching on the college level. The successful candidate will have the ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, and students from a variety of diverse backgrounds.

Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis and the pool will remain active for one year. Screening of applications will take place as positions become available and continue until positions are filled. Please send letter of application and vita to Dr. Jeffrey Librett, Department Head, German and Scandinavian Department, 1250 University of Oregon, Eugene OR 97403-1250.

An equal opportunity, affirmative action institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with Americans with Disability Act.

Contingent Position in Norwegian, Scandinavian Area Studies and First-Year Experience Program:

The Department of Languages and Literatures at Pacific Lutheran University seeks a Visiting Assistant Professor (or Visiting Instructor) of Norwegian and Scandinavian Area Studies for the 2012–2013 academic year. This position is with full benefits and has the possibility of renewal. Teaching will entail a minimum of 4 courses per year (.67 FTE), comprising two undergraduate courses taught in Norwegian and/or Scandinavian Area Studies, and two courses taught in PLU's First-Year Experience Program (Writing, First-Year Seminars, First-Year International Honors). Additional course(s) may be determined on an as-needed basis. The minimum qualification is to be ABD in Norwegian, Scandinavian Studies, or another appropriate field by August, 2012. Strong preference will be given to applicants who can demonstrate a record of excellence in teaching college-level Norwegian language (near-native fluency required).

Pacific Lutheran University is a comprehensive university of 3500 students that offers a challenging curriculum integrating the liberal arts with professional programs. Located in the Puget Sound area of the Pacific Northwest, PLU is a globally focused university committed to building a diverse educational community. The university offers majors and minors in both Norwegian and Scandinavian Area Studies, and houses the Scandinavian Cultural Center and the Scandinavian Immigrant Experience Collection. PLU enjoys a healthy and progressive relationship with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America and advocates rigorous and free intellectual inquiry in a diverse university community. PLU is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and especially welcomes applications from diverse populations.

Interested candidates should submit an application at https://employment.plu.edu/postings/1770 (click the link "Apply to this Job") by May 15, 2012. Application documents include a cover letter, full C.V., and representative samples of teaching evaluations and syllabi. Three letters of reference, with one of the letters speaking directly to teaching, should also be sent on your behalf via email to: Tracy Williamson, Assistant to the Dean of Humanities at  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Please include in the subject line: Letters of Rec for Lan/Lit.

For more information, please contact Claudia Berguson at  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .