The 34th Annual African Literature Association Conference
April 22 - 27, 2008

Location Information

Home to Western Illinois University and Spoon River College, Macomb is a dynamic regional hub with much to offer. From the performing arts to sports to history, Macomb is a great place to live, learn and have fun. With a city population of 20,000+ and a county population of over 35,000, services in the area include a district hospital, regional Carnegie library, restaurants, recreational facilities, excellent schools, and so much more. But we are not an average community. Macomb’s local heritage is rich with tales of colorful characters, with award winning historical tours available year round, and a historic Courthouse square featuring unique shops and antiques stores. During the conference we invite you to visit the local Macomb community and experience for yourself the unique hometown atmosphere and friendliness. Go to www.wiu.edu for more about WIU; and for Macomb, IL www.cityofmacomb.com

WIU President Al Goldfarb (a theatre scholar), Macomb Mayor Mick Wisslead, the faculty staff and students of WIU, along with the residents and businesses of Macomb look forward to welcoming you to Illinois and Macomb in April 2008, and to hosting you to a fun and fruitful conference!

Western Illinois University offers a caring and supportive scholarly environment in the heart of west central Illinois: accomplished faculty; modern technologies and facilities; and broad academic and extracurricular opportunities. Students have always mentioned the personalized attention from WIU faculty, administrators and staff and all combine to earn the University the status of Best Midwest College in the Princeton Review. Our 2008 ALA conference venue (University Union, uu.wiu.edu) and indeed all WIU academic buildings are wireless, and open and accessible to everyone on campus, and conference participants who have wireless capabilities in their computers would enjoy uninterrupted internet access!