Thursday, Nov. 25, 2004
 

13:30

Arrival, check in, purchase meal coupons in cafeteria

14:00–14:30

Welcome and Introduction
Leslie Speicher, PD Dr. Manfred Berg

14:30–15:45

African Americans and Hispanics in US-Politics: A Comparison
PD Dr. Manfred Berg

15:45–16:15

Coffee Break

16:15–17:30

Bloggers, Smart Mobs, DREs: Rediscovering Cyberspace in the 2004 Presidential Election
Carsten Hummel

19:00

Thanksgiving Dinner

21:00

Social Gathering: Brauhaus

Friday, Nov. 26, 2004
 

08:00–09:00

Breakfast

09:00–10:15

The Changing Experience of Childhood and Youth Over Time Throughout American History
Prof. Dr. Kriste Lindenmeyer

10:45–12:00

The Role of Women in Reform Efforts During the Progressive Era
Prof. Dr. Kriste Lindenmeyer

12:00–13:30

Lunch

13:30–14:45

Crime and Justice Issues in Indian Country
Dr. John Gates

14:45–15:00

Coffee Break

15:00–15:30

American Studies Committee Meeting,
Leslie Speicher and Committee Members

15:30–17:00

"In America"
Uwe Klemm

18:00

Dinner

19:00

Social Evening

Saturday, Nov. 27, 2004
 

08:00–09:00

Breakfast

09:00–10:15

Native Americans and the American Political System
Dr. John Gates