Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender Studies Call:

Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender Studies is concerned with the analysis and critique of sexual systems, discourses, and representations, particularly those that animate, inform, and impinge upon the lives of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people. Such systems and discourses occur in institutional, community, domestic, and intimate contexts; are closely connected to other social, cultural, and political practices (such as nationalism, education, or popular entertainment); and play a critical role in the formation and communication of individual and group identity.

The Interest Group welcomes quality research in these areas, using any methodological approach. Papers should not exceed 25 pages, and panel proposals should provide a 400-word rationale for the panel and a 200-word abstract for each participant's contribution. Extended abstracts of 6-8 pages will also be considered, but preference will be given to complete papers and panel proposals.

Questions? Contact:

Vincent Doyle, Cochair
IE U
School of Communication
Calle Cardenal Zuniga, 12
Segovia   40003
SPAIN
E-mail: vincent.doyle@ie.edu

Adrienne Shaw, Cochair
U of Pittsburgh
Department of Communication
1117 Cathedral of Learning
Pittsburgh, PA 15260
E-mail: adrishaw@pitt.edu