The meeting will take place at Teachers College, Columbia University (New York City), on October 16-17 (Fri & Sat), 2015

 

Courtney Cazden (Harvard University)

Frederick Erickson (University of California, Los Angeles)

LANSI brings together scholars and students working on naturally-occurring data within the broad area of language and social interaction. In keeping with the LANSI spirit of diversity and dialog, we welcome abstracts from colleagues working on a variety of topics using discourse analytic approaches that include but are not limited to conversation analysis, interactional sociolinguistics, linguistic anthropology, and critical discourse analysis. Abstracts should be no longer than 300 words and should include descriptions of the following aspects of the study: (1) problem(s) being addressed; (2) central claim(s); (3) data source(s) and analytic approach(es); (4) a short piece of data to support the main argument; (5) implication(s) of the findings. Please also include a 50-word summary. Abstracts will be blind-reviewed on the basis of clarity, specificity, originality, and the inclusion of the required components. Papers will be presented within a 15 or 20 minute slot with an additional 10 or 5 minutes for discussion.

Deadline for electronic submission is May 30, 2015. Notification of acceptance or non-acceptance will be sent via email by July 15, 2015. For additional information and to submit an abstract, please visit: www.tc.edu/lansi

Questions can be sent to: lansi@tc.columbia.edu

Monday March 16th:

Tuesday March 17th from 9am to 1pm

Thanks to our colleagues and friends for their active participation in this important event.

For more information about the GRC and the conference program, please visit http://gsa.umbc.edu/grc/

The document attached (in the LLC group page) contains the abstracts and schedule of our LLCers’ presentations.

Nina started off by describing how some individuals have “scribed identities” which are identities that are defined by gender, class, race, etc. In short, the believe that their destiny is already set. She explained how some people enjoy the simplicity of this type of life while others hate it because they want the freedom to define their own destiny. She inferred that these “other” people were a lot like the entrepreneurs sitting in the room. As entrepreneurs we like to go against the grain and define our own path in life. And I think it’s safe to say, for the most part, she’s right about that!

First, you need to ask yourself two questions. In the morning you ask yourself “what’s pulling me out of bed”? At night you ask yourself “How do I feel about today”? These two questions will help you find your passion, skills, and what the world around you needs.

The picture below is the intersection of those three concepts. In order to be truly happy, Nina says, you need to find something that intersects with all three areas (shown in green). Your passion is a common thread throughout your life while your skills are the characteristics that are unique to you. Finally, in order to make a difference you need to identify the need of the world you inhabit on a daily basis.

Nina found her perfect intersection through the Baltimore Orchard Project. The project involved solving some of Baltimore’s big issues through planting and maintaining orchards of fruit trees. She used the trees to fill the vacant lots, grow nutritious food, and treat storm water. Not only that, she used the care of the trees to help neighbors build relationships with each other.

She first started with research. She did this through the internet and through people! Nina encouraged the audience to not be afraid to pick up the phone and call potential investors and mentors. You may think they won’t be receptive but you will be surprised who lends a hand.

She then saved up just enough money to launch her dream! Once it was launched she continued to fundraise in order to keep the project afloat. She also wanted to make sure that in the money making process, entrepreneurs do not compromise the core of who they are in order to survive. It is important to get money but it is dangerous to lose yourself in the process.

The UMBC Garden then came up to talk about their work with Nina and BOP. They were happy to announce that the UMBC Garden will soon be growing trees along with their other produce. They also encouraged the UMBC public to come to Garden Week March 23-27 to help support them. More information can be found on their Facebook page.

Nina started off by describing how some individuals have “scribed identities” which are identities that are defined by gender, class, race, etc. In short, the believe that their destiny is already set. She explained how some people enjoy the simplicity of this type of life while others hate it because they want the freedom to define their own destiny. She inferred that these “other” people were a lot like the entrepreneurs sitting in the room. As entrepreneurs we like to go against the grain and define our own path in life. And I think it’s safe to say, for the most part, she’s right about that!

First, you need to ask yourself two questions. In the morning you ask yourself “what’s pulling me out of bed”? At night you ask yourself “How do I feel about today”? These two questions will help you find your passion, skills, and what the world around you needs.

The picture below is the intersection of those three concepts. In order to be truly happy, Nina says, you need to find something that intersects with all three areas (shown in green). Your passion is a common thread throughout your life while your skills are the characteristics that are unique to you. Finally, in order to make a difference you need to identify the need of the world you inhabit on a daily basis.

Nina found her perfect intersection through the Baltimore Orchard Project. The project involved solving some of Baltimore’s big issues through planting and maintaining orchards of fruit trees. She used the trees to fill the vacant lots, grow nutritious food, and treat storm water. Not only that, she used the care of the trees to help neighbors build relationships with each other.

She first started with research. She did this through the internet and through people! Nina encouraged the audience to not be afraid to pick up the phone and call potential investors and mentors. You may think they won’t be receptive but you will be surprised who lends a hand.

She then saved up just enough money to launch her dream! Once it was launched she continued to fundraise in order to keep the project afloat. She also wanted to make sure that in the money making process, entrepreneurs do not compromise the core of who they are in order to survive. It is important to get money but it is dangerous to lose yourself in the process.

The UMBC Garden then came up to talk about their work with Nina and BOP. They were happy to announce that the UMBC Garden will soon be growing trees along with their other produce. They also encouraged the UMBC public to come to Garden Week March 23-27 to help support them. More information can be found on their Facebook page.

Friday, March 06, 2015 - Due to inclement weather campus will open at noon. UMBC Transit will begin shuttle services at 11am.  For the latest weather related advisories and updates, please check here.