ACCE 2009 Accra Conference

Graduate Studies Forum It is proposed that at the ACCE Conference, a Graduate Studies Forum be organised along the following lines:

Objectives: - provide opportunity for information exchange about graduate training programmes in journalism and communication in African institutions - explore possible areas of coordination and collaboration - initiate documentation and reflection on next generation of high-level African professionals and scholars - propose guidelines and recommend strategies for ACCE member institutions

Participants: - representatives of institutions currently conducting or planning graduate programmes in journalism and communication (at master and doctorate levels) - representatives from professional associations, potential employers, international and donor agencies - other interested academics and professionals \

Modalities: – time slot and space will be found during the Conference - interested individuals and institutions are requested to register to participate. - suggestions for agenda and presentations are invited - copies of brochures, curricula, instructional materials etc will be exhibited/distributed - 3-hour event with designated chair and rapporteur - summary report to Conference plenary.

Please send inquiries and suggestions to:

Absalom Mutere Ag Dean,

Journalism and Communication African University College of Communication (AUCC)

P.O. Box LG 510, Legon, Accra, Ghana

e-mail : amutere@gmail.com

Mobile : 233-(0)24-0592504