The Louisiana Folklore Society invites proposals for papers and other types of presentations for its 2016 annual meeting. We welcome presentations on any aspect of Louisiana folklore, folklife, and traditional arts, as well as on folklore theory and practice. The Society is interested in hearing diverse voices; therefore, we encourage presentations on any subject by scholars, tradition bearers, folk artists, musicians, students, community leaders, community scholars, and others interested in local Louisiana cultures throughout the state and elsewhere. Typically, presentations last 15 minutes. The conference begins with a keynote address on Friday evening, April 8th. This year's keynote address will be delivered by Henry Glassie. The keynote is free and open to the public. Paper sessions will take place throughout the day on Saturday, April 9.

Abstract Submission: Please submit 250-word abstract (proposal/presentation description) by January 15, 2016, via email to clejeune@mcneese.edu. Please note equipment needs.

For more information on the Louisiana Folklore Society, to become as member or renew membership, please see www.louisianafolklore.org .