Guest Speaker Proposals (BU Faculty Only)

Guest Speaker Proposals

The Center for the Study of Europe invites guest speaker proposals from our affiliated faculty. Faculty members of all ranks may submit proposals. Proposals should promote the understanding of Europe through its cultural heritage; its political, legal, economic, and religious histories; its art, literature, music, and philosophy; and through the laws and policies of the European Union (EU).

Special consideration will be given to proposals that are interdisciplinary in nature, that fit within our current themes (Fall 2020: Structures of Inequality, Spring 2021: Inclusion and  Exclusion, Fall 2021: Climate Change, Ongoing: “Reimagining the Market”) and that demonstrate support from other sources.

While the proposed event may coincide with a class, we will only fund events that can be opened to a larger audience.

The Center will provide logistical support for all proposed events.

If you are interested in proposing an event or speaker, please complete our  our application form:

Guest Speaker Proposals

  • Please include an explanation of how the proposed event advances understanding of the theme or otherwise enhances the study of Europe at Boston University
  • Requested funds may not exceed $1,500.
  • Guest speakers should ordinarily spend no more than one or two nights in Boston. Efforts should be made to balance hospitality with reasonable economy. Restaurant meals should be limited to faculty and students, selected for professional reasons.
  • What is the date of the proposed event? Indicate TBD if date has not been decided.