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Introduction

The regions around the Zagros mountain range stretch from the Strait of Hormuz, along the coast of the Persian Gulf, all the way to Western Iran. Since Antiquity they are known for the nomadic settlements. Today the area around the Zagros is still inhabited by several (semi-)nomadic groups that are not well-known to outsiders or even to other Iranisants.  During the July Summer school in Paris, we shall offer to young researchers and students of Iranian or Persian studies (or anyone who is interested in this strategic region!) a concise introduction of these nomadic groups during 8 full days:

-          Koroshi (speaking a Balochi dialect), taught by Ms. Maryam Nourzaei (Uppsala University)

-          Qashqai (speaking a Turkic dialect), taught by Dr. Sohrab Dolatkhah (EPHE, Paris)

-          Lori-Bakhtiari (speaking a close sister language of Persian), taught by Ms. Sima Zolfaghari (Leiden University)

-          Kalhor (speaking a southern Kurdish dialect), taught by Mr. Hiwa Asadpour (Goethe University Frankfurt)

For each ethnic group, 2 courses are available: a linguistically oriented course and a cultural-literary one. The teachers are all fluent in Persian and representatives of the ethnic group listed above.

The Summer school will be held at the renowned Institut National des Langues et Cultures Orientales (INaLCO), 2 rue de Lille, during the first 2 weeks of July.

An excursion to the majestic Fontainebleau is planned on Friday, 7 July.

Courses

Prices start at 220 EUR for 2 courses (lunch is included), consisting of a “language” and “culture” part of the chosen nomadic group. Each following course will cost 100 EUR (to a max. of 2). Students who are interested only in the linguistic or cultural part respectively of each ethnic group should indicate this in the form.

The language course of each nomadic group on offer will be focused on acquiring a complete understanding of the grammar during the 2 weeks.

The cultural aspects of these groups are presented in a separate, “culture” course, which consists of 2 parts: the tribal customs & society will be discussed in the first week, whereas an overview of the literary traditions will be introduced in the second week.

Each course has a minimum of 10 students (max. 15 students). The total number of registered participants is capped at 40 students.

All payments must be made in their entirety. Requests for refunds are possible until 10 June 2017 (accommodation), for the courses until 20 June 2017.

 Accommodation:

Requests for accommodation in Paris can be submitted until 31 May 2017 (1 pm, French time). We have reserved 30 single rooms (shared facilities) available at Cité Universitaire, between 30 June – 14 July, for 617 525 EUR, payable to the organizers). As accommodation is usually at a premium during the high season, please submit your accommodation request as soon as possible.

Website of Cité Universitaire: ciup.fr

Requirements:

The courses are intended, in the first place, for (advanced) BA / MA / doctoral students who have a certain affinity for the Iranian speaking world.  You are kindly asked to present proof of this academic interest (such as a student registration card, certificate, diploma, or a letter of recommendation by your professor in Iranian / Persian Studies, sim.). A basic knowledge of Persian and/or Iranian culture & history is therefore required to fully enjoy this Summer school in Paris. For Qashqai, knowledge of a Turkic language (e.g. Turkish or Azeri) is beneficial.

            Please note that we cannot process any requests for a visa to enter France. The right to enter and stay in France during the Summer school is assumed from the participants.

Language of instruction: English, (by mutual agreement) Persian or French.