The full program is here!
Join us at TAACS’ second International Conference: Justice and Morality in the North American Context.
Check out the detailed schedule and get ready for keynote talks, panels, and thought-provoking debates with leading scholars.
23–24 October 2025
Faculty of Arts and Humanities of Sousse, Tunisia.
Registration link: https://forms.gle/avr7WWXyTfLxLWJG9
Calling all BA students! Thinking about a Master’s?
Don’t miss our Online Info Session on June 26th (2PM–6PM) — discover 24 MA programs, meet 23 coordinators from 11 universities, all in one place!
The program for the information session:
Register now via the QR code:
Or this link:
https://forms.gle/eUfFy8Xh65jF5GT66
See you on Thursday, June 26th at 2 PM!
The Series Continues!
TAACS, in collaboration with the University of Birmingham’s Centre for Global American Studies, is pleased to invite you to the second webinar in our book discussion series, New Routes in Transnational American Studies. 
Featured Book:
The Internal Colony: Race and the American Politics of Global Decolonization by Sam Klug
Date: June 23, 2025
Time: 6–8 PM (GMT+1)
Free Online Webinar
Join us for a timely and thought-provoking conversation on how global decolonization shaped American racial politics, featuring insights from a distinguished panel of international scholars.
Register here: https://bit.ly/4dvGu97
Call for Papers
The Tunisian Association for American Cultural Studies (TAACS), in collaboration with the Research Lab École et Littératures and the English Department at the Faculty of Arts and Humanities of Sousse, is pleased to announce its Second International Conference on Justice and Morality in the North American Context.
Dates: October 23–24, 2025
Venue: Faculty of Arts and Humanities of Sousse
We invite scholars, educators, and researchers in American Cultural Studies and related fields to submit proposals that critically engage with the multifaceted notions of justice and morality within the North American context.
Please submit a 300-word abstract and a short bio to: justice.morality25@gmail.com
Submission deadline: July 15, 2025
Selected papers will be considered for publication by the École et Littératures Research Lab.
Join us for a stimulating academic exchange and thoughtful reflection on the ethical, cultural, and political questions shaping North American narratives.
We look forward to your participation.
Get ready for a rhythmic exploration of culture and sound!
Join us for our next event : “This is a Journey into Sound: A Hip Hop Anthology ” 
Featuring an insightful presentation by Dr. Hafedh El Gharbi 
and live performances by Jeunes Artistes Tunisiens (JAT) 
May 2, 2025 |
2:30 PM
EIMS Business School, Hammem Sousse
Let’s dive into the beats, the history, and the spirit of Hip Hop together!
Register here to secure your spot now!
Access is limited to early registrants.
The Tunisian Association for American Cultural Studies (TAACS), in collaboration with the English Department at the Higher Institute of Languages of Tunis (ISLT), is thrilled to invite you to the Creative Pedagogy for Cultural Studies Instructors Workshop!
📅 Date: April 18, 2025
📍Venue: Higher Institute of Languages of Tunis (ISLT)
Join us for a transformative workshop focused on student engagement, assessment, and reflective teaching.
👉 Register now through the link below to secure your spot: http://bit.ly/42zrOSg
Certificates of attendance will be delivered to those who register and attend.
The Creative Pedagogy for Cultural Studies Instructors Workshop Organizing Committee
Prof. Wassim Daghrir
Dr. Yosra Amraoui
Dr. Hafedh Gharbi
Dr. Oussema Othmeni
Dr. Nedra Abada
Dr. Ramzi Brahmi
Dr. Wassel Borghol
Hajer Ben Ameur
Abir Ben Ameur
Rahma Dridi
Omaima Ghezal
Fedi Kantaoui
Taha Amri
Sarah Hafnaoui
Oumaima Gaha
Manar Hadroug
Nada Ashoura
Sarra Rebhi
Feriel Ben Khalifa
Khouloud Chabbah
The Tunisian Association for American Cultural Studies (TAACS) is participating in the ISSHJ 2025 International Conference “Stories and Storytelling: A World of Hi-Stories”.
TAACS contributions include:
A Keynote Speech by Prof. Wassim Daghrir
A Workshop on Historiography and Ideology
A Roundtable Discussion on Trump’s Geopolitical Narratives
The ISSHJ 2025 conference promises a rich schedule of academic sessions
Date: April 24–26, 2025
Venue: ISSHJ (The Higher Institute of Humanities of Jendouba)
Looking forward to meaningful exchanges and academic reflections throughout the event.
Ready to take your Cultural Studies teaching to the next level, TAACSers?
Don’t miss the Creative Pedagogy for Cultural Studies Instructors workshop on April 18, 2025! This event is organized by TAACS in collaboration with the English Department at the Higher Institute of Languages of Tunis (ISLT) 
Explore innovative strategies for student engagement 
, assessment 
, and reflective teaching 
—designed to inspire and refine your teaching practice. Seize this opportunity to enhance your skills and connect with inspiring educators! 
EVENT PROGRAM
April 18, 2025
09:00 – 09:30
INTRODUCTION
Prof. Hichem Messaoudi, Director of ISLT
Dr. Leila Hejaiej, Head of the English Department
Prof. Wassim Daghrir, President of TAACS
09:30 – 10:00
ICEBREAKER ACTIVITY
Dr. Yosra Amraoui
10:00 – 11:30
SESSION 1
EFL Teachers as Intercultural Mediators
Prof. Mohamed Jabeur
Interactive Roundtable Discussion
Prof. Fethi Bourmeche, Prof. Lanouar Ben Hafsa,
& Prof. Taoufik Djebali
Q&A SESSION
11:30 – 11:45
COFFEE BREAK & NETWORKING
11:45 – 12:45
SESSION 2
Interdisciplinary Approaches to Teaching Cultural Studies: PBL from Theory to Practice
Jennifer Akins (English Language Fellow, Gonzaga University)
Q&A SESSION
12:45 – 14:00
LUNCH BREAK
14:00 – 15:00
SESSION 3
Assessment of Cultural Studies: Construct & Methods
Dr. Moez Athimni
Q&A SESSION
15:00 – 16:00
SESSION 4
Teaching the Digital Generation: Young Educators, Challenges, and Innovation
Dr. Oussema Othmeni, Dr. Nedra Abada, Hajer Ben Ameur, & Taha Amri
Q&A SESSION
16:00 – 16:30
CLOSING SESSION
Stay tuned for more details!
TAACS is excited to announce its first-ever webinar, in collaboration with the University of Birmingham’s Centre for the Study of North America!
Join us for a thought-provoking discussion of Dr. Elsa Devienne’s book Sand Rush: The Revival of the Beach in Twentieth-Century Los Angeles to explore how race, culture, and the environment shaped the city.
🗓 Date: 27th February 2025
⏰ Time: 19:00 – 21:00 (CET, Tunisian Time)
🔗 Register here: https://bit.ly/433OYBd
In collaboration with the Faculty of Arts and Humanities of Sousse, the Department of English, and École et Littératures Research Lab, TAACS is pleased to invite you to a Study Day on Research Methodology in Cultural Studies!
Date: January 24th, 2025
Venue: Adonis Room, Faculty of Arts and Humanities, Sousse
This event, primarily designed for MA and PhD students, will feature expert speakers from top universities in Tunisia, offering essential guidance on:
Selecting the right methodology for your research
Ethical data collection and analysis to ensure valid results
Writing effective dissertations in Cultural Studies using the right methodologies
Attendees will also receive a Certificate of Participation—a valuable addition to your academic portfolio.
Session 1
Session 2
Session 3
Session 4
Session 5
Our Study Day on January 24th features esteemed cultural studies scholars offering valuable insights to guide you in crafting your methodology, along with engaging sessions, interactive workshops, and networking opportunities tailored to your academic journey. 
📚 Check out the full program here.
Visit the link to secure your spot today.
Reminder: This event is for TAACS members only.
Not a member yet? No worries! Join our vibrant community for just 30 dinars and unlock access to this and other enriching opportunities.
A huge thank you to our organizing committee for making this event possible!
