Wissenschaftliche „jam session“ oder „Dubrovnik-Disco Libertas“

Die Forschungskolloquien in Dubrovnik von 1981 bis 1989

Abstract

The colloquium series in Dubrovnik, organised by Hans Ulrich Gumbrecht from 1981 to 1989, allowed theoretical discussions between academics from East and West even before the fall of the Berlin Wall. The colloquia were characterised by interdisciplinarity and internationality, but also by the high participation of women and young academics. In addition to new content, the colloquia were also characterised by a new form: instead of individual lectures, the focus was on joint debates. This is why the colloquium series was also referred to as “scientific ‘jam session’” or “Dubrovnik-Disco Libertas”. Due to the oral nature of the debates and the insufficient sources and research material, the colloquia have hardly been researched to date. Based on various materials, some of which are not yet publicly accessible, this article provides an initial characterisation and classification.