ESSE 2026 @2026esse.bsky.social · 04/09/2026And that's a wrap! After five intense and inspiring days of presentations, discussions, and shared experiences, our conference has come to an end. We hope all participants return home with new ideas, fresh perspectives, and friendships that will last well beyond these few days. 130
ESSE 2026 @2026esse.bsky.social · 04/09/2026The conference's final parallel lectures proved to be the icing on the cake! 110
ESSE 2026 @2026esse.bsky.social · 04/09/2026The ESSE conference also included a vibrant Doctoral Symposium, where PhD candidates presented their ongoing research, received valuable feedback, and engaged with fellow scholars in a supportive academic environment. 123
ESSE 2026 @2026esse.bsky.social · 03/09/2026What happens when borders are understood not as fixed lines but as dynamic spaces of encounter? That was the question Prof. Jopi Nyman (University of Eastern Finland, Finland) asked this morning in our last plenary lecture. 111
ESSE 2026 @2026esse.bsky.social · 03/09/2026Last night, our participants enjoyed an evening of music and poetry, good food, relaxed conversation, and shared moments beyond the lecture halls. The gala dinner offered a beautiful setting to celebrate the community that has come together over these days. 111
ESSE 2026 @2026esse.bsky.social · 02/09/2026Highlights from this morning's coffee break and poster session! Alongside the plenary lectures and seminar/round table/doctoral presentations, these moments of discussion and networking are what make conferences such inspiring spaces for learning and collaboration. 011
ESSE 2026 @2026esse.bsky.social · 01/09/2026Keep reading for a summary of Tuesday's parallel lectures! 110
ESSE 2026 @2026esse.bsky.social · 01/09/2026In her lecture "The Revolution Will Be Inflatable (Short Fiction in an Age of Tactical Frivolity)”, A. L. Kennedy reflected on the power of fiction at uncertain times. Emphasising emotions and imagination, she argued that storytelling remains a vital way of engaging with contemporary challenges. 011
ESSE 2026 @2026esse.bsky.social · 01/09/2026Our Welcome Reception party brought participants together to start the conference in the best possible way! 012
ESSE 2026 @2026esse.bsky.social · 01/09/2026Three parallel lectures took place on Monday afternoon 110
ESSE 2026 @2026esse.bsky.social · 31/08/2026Can language really be controlled? In her lecture , Prof. Karen Corrigan (Newcastle University, UK) examines Swift’s and Sheridan’s efforts to regulate Irish English and investigates their legacy through the attitudes of young speakers in modern Northern Ireland. 010
ESSE 2026 @2026esse.bsky.social · 31/08/2026The 2026 ESSE Conference in Santiago is now officially open! Be ready to learn about new research and join inspiring discussions with scholars and colleagues in the broad field of English Studies. Wishing all participants a productive and inspiring event! 052
ESSE 2026 @2026esse.bsky.social · 29/08/2026With a history spanning more than five centuries, the University of Santiago de Compostela (USC) is one of Spain’s oldest universities. 111
ESSE 2026 @2026esse.bsky.social · 26/08/2026Get ready to discover Santiago de Compostela! From its UNESCO-listed historic centre and rich pilgrimage heritage to its thriving cultural life, excellent cuisine, and welcoming atmosphere, the city offers the perfect setting for learning, networking, and exploration. 130
ESSE 2026 @2026esse.bsky.social · 24/08/2026Are you prepared for the 2026 ESSE conference in Santiago? The Organising Committee would like to remind attendees that information about travel, accommodation, the conference venue, etc. can be found on the official website: www.esse2026.com/en/index.php The countdown begins! 010
ESSE 2026 @2026esse.bsky.social · 17/08/2026Meet our last plenary speaker, Prof. Jopi Nyman. He is Professor of English at the University of Eastern Finland and Director of its Borders, Mobilities, and Cultural Encounters Research Community. 110
ESSE 2026 @2026esse.bsky.social · 10/08/2026We can’t wait to hear what A. L. Kennedy has to say about the enduring appeal of the short story in the 2026 ESSE Conference in Santiago de Compostela! 010
ESSE 2026 @2026esse.bsky.social · 10/08/2026Kennedy is an award-winning Scottish writer from Dundee, known for her novels, short stories, non-fiction, and children's books. A Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature, she also writes for stage, screen, television, and radio, and occasionally performs as a stand-up comedian. 011
ESSE 2026 @2026esse.bsky.social · 10/08/2026Writer and performer A. L. Kennedy will be delivering the lecture “The Revolution Will Be Inflatable (Short Fiction in an Age of Tactical Frivolity)”, on Tuesday, 1st September at 11:30AM. 010
ESSE 2026 @2026esse.bsky.social · 03/08/2026Prof. Corrigan’s lecture, titled “‘Smoothed’ and ‘Polished’ Syllables: ‘Verbal Hygiene’ in the Age of Swift and Sheridan” will take place on Monday, 31st August. We’re looking forward to hearing more about her research in linguistic prestige on the 2026 ESSE Conference in Santiago! 📷: BBC 010
ESSE 2026 @2026esse.bsky.social · 03/08/2026Karen P. Corrigan is Professor of Linguistics and English Language at Newcastle University (UK) and an Honorary Member of the Royal Irish Academy. Her research focuses on corpus linguistics, Irish English, language contact, migration, identity, and sociolinguistic variation. Photo credits: BBC 000
ESSE 2026 @2026esse.bsky.social · 03/08/2026In the upcoming weeks we’ll be sharing information about our three plenary lecture speakers, starting with Prof. Karen P. Corrigan. 000
ESSE 2026 @2026esse.bsky.social · 28/07/2026Getting everything ready before the summer break! Many thanks to our collaborators for their work and effort. Swipe right for a sneak peek of what's to come! @essenglish.bsky.social @aedeaninfo.bsky.social 152
ESSE 2026 @2026esse.bsky.social · 26/07/2026We’re pleased to announce the final social programme for ESSE 2026! Check out all the details at www.esse2026.com/en/social_pr... @essenglish.bsky.social @aedeaninfo.bsky.social 023
ESSE 2026 @2026esse.bsky.social · 24/07/2026Check out the WELCOME PACK that our Tourism Office has prepared for all ESSE 2026 delegates. Find it on our website: www.esse2026.com @essenglish.bsky.social @aedeaninfo.bsky.social 023
ESSE 2026 @2026esse.bsky.social · 20/07/2026We’re pleased to announce the publication of the Final Programme & Book of Abstracts for ESSE 2026. www.esse2026.com/en/pagina.ph... @essenglish.bsky.social @aedeaninfo.bsky.social 076