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@scmstudies.bsky.socialAnnouncing the annual Call for Translations from our Translation/Publication Committee! Accepting proposals to translate outstanding work on cinema + media studies, with publication in an upcoming issue of jcmsjournal.bsky.social. Full details: buff.ly/I6ZXGe3
Submit by Oct. 23, 2026!
@scmstudies.bsky.socialSCMS congratulates Andre Seewood for the recent publication of his article, The Empathetic Close-Up: Cognition and Form in Dramatic Streaming Series. The article examines how the Close-Up shot increases viewer engagement in Complex Television Serials.
@acls1919.bsky.socialReposted by @scmstudies.bsky.socialACLS is proud to announce the winners of the 2026 ACLS Open Access Book Prizes and Arcadia Open Access Publishing Awards. These prizes recognize the authors and publishers of exceptional, innovative, and open access humanities books. Meet the winners https://bit.ly/4xZWxp4
@scmstudies.bsky.socialDeadline this Friday! Submit your application to become the next Editor(s) of JCMS: Journal of Cinema and Media Studies online here: buff.ly/T3CIob3.
@scmstudies.bsky.socialThe deadline to apply for an ACLS Fellowship is September 17, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET.
Read more and apply here: buff.ly/0ZbKFeB
@scmstudies.bsky.socialSCMS mourns the passing of Gaylyn Studlar (1952–2026), a towering figure in feminist film theory and history. Her pioneering scholarship and generous mentorship influenced generations.
Read our full remembrance: buff.ly/mQw3WFg
@scmstudies.bsky.socialSCMS congratulates Drew Ayers on the publication of his book, "Action Bodies: VFX, Identity, and Embodiment in Blockbuster Cinema", from The University of Texas Press.
@scmstudies.bsky.socialSubmitted a proposal for #SCMS27? Here’s what happens next: The Program Committee will review all submissions, and presenter notifications will be sent later this fall. Watch your inbox and SCMS channels for updates.
@scmstudies.bsky.socialDeadline in Two Weeks: Have you been thinking about becoming the next Editor(s) of JCMS: Journal of Cinema and Media Studies? Now’s the time to apply!
Learn more about the role & responsibilities, and apply online by Sept. 18, 2026: buff.ly/aEksRKy
@scmstudies.bsky.socialInterested in helping shape the future of SCMS? Self-nominations for upcoming vacancies on the SCMS Board are open through Sept. 15. Thank you to all members willing to contribute their time, experience, and leadership to SCMS.
Learn more and submit: buff.ly/gYtDgVE
@scmstudies.bsky.socialThat’s a wrap on #SCMS27 proposals! Thank you to everyone who submitted a proposal and shared their work with us. Your ideas and research are what make the conference possible. We can’t wait to see the Montréal program take shape!
@scmstudies.bsky.socialReminder: The #SCMS27 proposal deadline is TODAY, Friday, August 28, at 5:00 PM CT (22:00 UTC). Please verify the deadline in your local time zone. If you experience any issues, contact the SCMS Office.
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@scmstudies.bsky.socialACLS has announced its 2026–27 fellowship and grant competitions! Deadlines vary. Learn more here: buff.ly/anQkbb0
@scmstudies.bsky.socialIn Memoriam: Marsha Kinder 1940-2025 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Marsha Kinder, Emerita University Professor at the University of Southern California and a pioneering figure in film, television, and digital media studies.
