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The International Conference on Heroes and Villains in American Culture, History, and Politics<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Date:<\/strong> November 7 – 8, 2024
Time:<\/strong> 8:30 am – 5:30 pm
Location:<\/strong> Faculty of Arts and Humanities, University of Sousse, Tunisia, Adonis Room
Contact:<\/strong> heroesandvillains2024@gmail.com<\/a>
Registration: <\/strong>Click here<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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About the Conference<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Join us for insightful discussions on the portrayal of heroes and villains in American culture, history, and politics. This conference will explore how iconic figures shape narratives, influence culture, and impact political discourse.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Keynote Speakers<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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  • Prof. John Munro<\/strong> – University of Birmingham, United Kingdom
    Topic: The Villainy of Automobility<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Prof. Sadok Damak<\/strong> – University of Sfax, Tunisia
    Topic: The White Man in the Eyes of Nonwhites in U.S. Culture<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Prof. Gildas Le Voguer<\/strong> – Universit\u00e9 Rennes 2, France
    Topic: Investigating Donald Trump, a Tale of Heroes and Villains<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Conference Coordinator<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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    • Prof. Wassim Daghrir<\/strong> – University of Sousse, Tunisia<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      Committees<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      Scientific Committee<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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      • Prof. Sadok Damak<\/strong> – University of Sfax<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Prof. Lanouar Ben Hafsa<\/strong> – University of Tunis<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Prof. Taoufik Djebali<\/strong> – University of Caen Normandie<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Prof. Mokhtar Ben Barka<\/strong> – University of Valenciennes<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Prof. Gildas Le Voguer<\/strong> – University of Rennes 2<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Prof. John Munro<\/strong> – University of Birmingham<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Prof. Wassim Daghrir<\/strong> – University of Sousse<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Dr. Yosra Amraoui<\/strong> – University of Carthage<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Dr. Hafedh Gharbi<\/strong> – University of Sousse<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Dr. Imed Bouslama<\/strong> – University of Tunis El Manar<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        Organizing Committee<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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        • Prof. Wassim Daghrir<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Prof. Nizar Ben Saad<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Prof. Salwa Ben Hadj Salah<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Dr. Yosra Amraoui<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Dr. Hafedh Gharbi<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Dr. Amira Achouri<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Dr. Oussema Othmeni<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Dr. Nedra Abada<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Dr. Ramzi Brahmi<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Dr. Nizar Slimani<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Hajer Ben Ameur<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Abir Ben Ameur<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Rahma Dridi<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Wassel Borghol<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Omaima Ghezel<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Asma Rebah<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Taha Amri<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Fedi Kantaoui<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Sarah Hafnaoui<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Oumaima Gaha<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Manar Hadroug<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Nada Achoura<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Sarah Rebhi<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Khouloud Chabbah<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • And more dedicated members from various universities and institutions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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          Schedule<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

          Day 1: Thursday, November 7th<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

          8:30 – 9:00 am<\/strong> – Registration<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          9:00 – 9:30 am<\/strong> – Opening Speeches
          Speakers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          • Prof. Wajih Ayed, Vice Dean, FLSH Sousse<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Prof. Nizar Ben Saad, Head of \u00c9cole et Litt\u00e9ratures Research Lab<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Dr. Khaled Rijba, Chair of English Department<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Prof. Wassim Daghrir, President of TAACS<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

            9:30 – 10:15 am<\/strong> – Keynote Speech 1
            Speaker:<\/strong> Prof. John Munro
            Topic:<\/strong> The Villainy of Automobility<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            10:15 – 10:30 am<\/strong> – Coffee Break & Networking<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            10:30 – 12:00 pm<\/strong> – Panel 1: Cinematic Constructs
            Chair:<\/em> Prof. Lanouar Ben Hafsa<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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            • Topics on anti-heroes, political framing, and superhero tropes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

              12:00 – 1:30 pm<\/strong> – Panel 2: From Local to Global
              Chair:<\/em> Prof. Gildas Le Voguer<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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              • Topics on global power narratives, political influences, and identity politics.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                1:30 – 2:30 pm<\/strong> – Lunch Break<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                2:30 – 3:15 pm<\/strong> – Keynote Speech 2
                Speaker:<\/strong> Prof. Gildas Le Voguer
                Topic:<\/strong> Investigating Donald Trump, a Tale of Heroes and Villains<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                3:15 – 3:30 pm<\/strong> – Coffee Break & Networking<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                3:30 – 5:00 pm<\/strong> – Panel 3: Protagonists or Antagonists?
                Chair:<\/em> Dr. Imed Bouslama<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                • Topics on U.S. Presidents, elections, and narratives of heroism.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                  Day 2: Friday, November 8th<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

                  9:00 – 9:45 am<\/strong> – Keynote Speech 3
                  Topic:<\/strong> Heroic Protestors, Villainous Policy Makers<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                  9:45 – 10:00 am<\/strong> – Coffee Break & Networking<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                  10:00 – 11:30 am<\/strong> – Panel 4: Heroes and Villains in Cultural Narratives
                  Chair:<\/em> Prof. John Munro<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                  • Topics on civil rights, propaganda, and political ideology.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                    11:30 – 1:15 pm<\/strong> – Panel 5: Polarization in Politics<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                    • Topics on Supreme Court cases, political framing, and justice narratives.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                      1:15 – 2:15 pm<\/strong> – Lunch Break<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                      2:15 – 3:00 pm<\/strong> – Keynote Speech 4
                      Speaker:<\/strong> Prof. Sadok Damak
                      Topic:<\/strong> The White Man in U.S. Culture: A Role Model or a Demon?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                      3:00 – 3:15 pm<\/strong> – Coffee Break & Networking<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                      3:15 – 5:00 pm<\/strong> – Panel 6: Crafting Heroism and Villainy in Media
                      Chair:<\/em> Dr. Amira Achouri<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                      • Topics on media influence, Israel Lobby, and U.S. military narratives.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                        5:00 – 5:15 pm<\/strong> – Closing Remarks
                        Speaker: Prof. Mohamed Bouhlel, Dean of FLSH Sousse<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                        Full Program<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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                        To join our conference, kindly scan this QR code and fill in the form for registration.<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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