The 51st Annual Symposium of the Society
for German American Studies

April 9-10, 2027; held virtually

“German Americans in the Arts”

This theme invites discussion of the numerous and varied roles played by German Americans in the arts (broadly construed), including architecture, film, literature, and the visual arts, among others.  In addition, as the Symposium will be virtual in 2027, we welcome papers on conducting and reimagining German American studies within and through digital spaces (e.g., online archives and databases, digital humanities projects, preservation work, etc.).

As is the Symposium’s tradition, we welcome proposals on all areas of German American studies, including, but not limited to, literature, language, history, religion, and culture. Membership in the Society for German American Studies is required of those who present papers.  Jointly authored proposals are welcome, however only those in attendance at the symposium will be listed in the program. 

Some financial support is available for graduate students and recent PhD recipients to cover the registration costs of the Symposium. Preference will be given to first-time recipients. Learn more regarding grants here.

Please submit your proposal here by 5 PM CST on Monday, November 30, 2026.  The committee will notify you that they have received your proposal by December 7 and will notify you of acceptance or rejection by January 8, 2026.

If you have questions, please contact Marc Pierce (mpierc@austin.utexas.edu)