The Holberg Masterclass: "Thoughts on the Planetary"

The greatest challenge facing critical theory now is the reframing of the disciplines in light of the long-term sustainability of life on Earth.  

To tease out alternative possibilities for thinking life and human futures in this age, there is no better laboratory than Africa. Our planet's destiny might be played out here. Yet, to write the world from Africa, or to write Africa into the world is an exhilarating and, most of the time, perplexing task. Why? 

Five PhD candidates (TBA) in the Nordic countries are invited to participate in a masterclass with Holberg Laureate Achille Mbembe. Each participant will be asked to prepare a 5-minute presentation related to the theme chosen by the Laureate. After the presentations there will be a panel discussion.

Would you like to apply? See the call for participation here. The deadline is 25 April.

Registration for the 2024 Holberg Week

Date

to 12:00, CEST.
Location
The University Aula in Bergen
Practical information
Free admission.
Registration required for physical attendance.
The event will be livestreamed.