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<DIV align=center><FONT face="Times New Roman">26TH ANNUAL SIOUAN AND CADDOAN</FONT></DIV>
<DIV align=center><FONT face="Times New Roman">LANGUAGES AND LINGUISTICS CONFERENCE</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV align=center><FONT face="Times New Roman"> Friday, June 16 - Sunday June 18, 2006</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV align=left><FONT face="Times New Roman">LOCATION: Rocky Mountain College, Billings, Montana</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV align=left><FONT face="Times New Roman">ABSTRACT/TITLE DEADLINE: June 9, 2006. If you wish to be on the program, please send the title of your proposed paper or presentation to <A href="mailto:rgraczyk@aol.com">rgraczyk@aol.com</A> by email or as an email attachment. Mailing address for those who wish: <EM>Randolph Graczyk, PO Box 29, Pryor, MT 59066.</EM> A brief abstract or description of your topic would also be appreciated.</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV align=left><FONT face="Times New Roman">The format for the annual Siouan and Caddoan Conference has traditionally been quite informal and open. Language-related topics ranging from very technical linguistics to methods and problems encountered in teaching Siouan and Caddoan languages, language preservation and revitalization, etc., are all welcome. Presentations may be formal and read aloud or they may be open discussions of particular problems and topics. Time slots for presentations will be 30 minutes unless more or less time is specifically requested by the presenter (we will try to accomodate everyone's requests). It is anticipated that there will be participation from members of the Crow Nation and others involved in language teaching and revitalization efforts.</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV align=left><FONT face="Times New Roman">Any special requests for equipment such as projector, tape recorder, computer, etc., should be directed to Randy Graczyk as soon as possible.</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV align=left><FONT face="Times New Roman">There will be a nominal registration fee of $10 for participants ($5 for students) to cover the costs of coffee-break refreshments. </FONT></DIV>
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<DIV align=left><FONT face="Times New Roman">The conference will be held at Rocky Mountain College, a small private college (about 900 students) located in Billings, Montana. Lodging will be available on campus at Rimview Hall, which is an apartment-style facility with units of four bedrooms with a common kitchenette and living area. The cost will be $24 per night. If you are planning to stay at the college, please let Randy know as soon as possible; the college will need a number beforehand. Campus recreation facilities (swimming pool, gym, exercise equipment, etc.) will be available for a fee of $6.50 to $10.00 for the time of the conference, depending on which facilities you wish to utilize. Food service will also be available on campus.</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV align=left><FONT face="Times New Roman">Billings is served by several major airlines; if you need a pick-up at the airport, please contact Randy. There are also numerous motels in Billings; check your favorite travel websites for information.</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV align=left><FONT face="Times New Roman">Please let us know if you plan to attend the conference, even if you are not planning to give a talk, so that we will know how many people to expect.</FONT></DIV></BODY></HTML>