Summer Research Laboratory on Russia and Eastern Europe University of Illinois Date June 11- August 3, 2001 Application deadline April 1, 2001 (firm for international applicants and rolling for US scholars). The University of Illinois is offering its annual Summer Research Laboratory on Russia and Eastern Europe, June 11 - August 3, 2001. Associates are given full library privileges to conduct research in the University Library, which holds the largest Slavic collection west of Washington, D.C. and is staffed by Slavic reference librarians. Beyond research opportunities, the Lab offers programs from June 11 to July 6, which includes the annual summer symposium ("Reassessing Post-Communist Presidencies in Eastern Europe and the Former Soviet Union") and a research workshop, which provides practical information on conducting research in the region. Other activities include thematic/regional workshops and discussion groups, lectures and films. Free housing awards 28 days for graduate students; 14 for all others. (Associates are welcome to stay longer at their own expense.) Graduate students and independent scholars are encouraged to apply. Contact Vicki Retzolk Russian and East European Center University of Illinois 104 International Studies Building 910 S. Fifth Street Champaign, IL 61820 Tel: (217) 333-1244 Fax: (217) 333-1582 E-mail: reec@uiuc.edu Web: http://www.uiuc.edu/unit/reec/srl.htm Application in pdf format available on the website. Listed with AZER.com: 02/08/2001 AI Home | Magazine Choice | Topics | Store | Contact us From Azerbaijan International © Azerbaijan International 2000. All rights reserved.