The Swiss Association of Medieval and Early Modern English Studies (SAMEMES) was founded in June 2007 by professors and scholars from English departments of all Swiss Universities. SAMEMES aims to
. establish and maintain ties between scholars in medieval and early modern English studies
. promote medieval and early modern English studies in Switzerland
. provide a window on medieval and early modern studies in Switzerland
. maintain a website that serves to advertise and disseminate information about the Society
. explore critical and theoretical interests common to scholars of medieval and early modern English studies
. organize an international conference in Switzerland on a topic in medieval and early modern English studies every two years
. publish a volume based on the preceding international conference every two years
By joining SAMEMES, members are entitled to
. attend all SAMEMES conferences free of charge
. participate actively in organizing the Association's activities by joining the annual General Assembly
. join an email list through which they can receive and disseminate information relating to medieval and early modern English studies in Switzerland
