Join us for international hybrid conference!
HYBRID FORMAT
Rzeszów, Poland and ONLINE
26th-27th June 2025
Organisers
Dr. Kamelia Talebian Sedehi, Sapienza University of Rome, Italy
Dr. Paula Wieczorek, University of Information Technology and Management in Rzeszów, Poland
Conference program
The Concept of Truth: From Philosophy to Post-Truth
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Ancient Philosophy
The concept of truth has deep philosophical roots, dating back to Socrates and Aristotle. Socrates warned against those who, convinced of knowing the truth, acted on falsehoods and misled others. Aristotle defines truth as follows: "To say of what is that it is not, or of what is not that it is, is false, while to say of what is that it is, and of what is not that it is not, is true."
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Lying and Manipulation
Lying, as an act of falsification, involves attempting to deceive others and manipulate them into believing something untrue. Politicians who "spin" the truth to their advantage aim to influence people—not by rejecting the facts outright but by denying them to justify their ideology and shape public opinion (McIntyre 7).
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Post-Truth Era
In contemporary times, the manipulation of truth—often referred to as "post-truth"—has become a defining feature of public discourse. Post-truth practitioners seek to convince audiences of untruths despite clear evidence to the contrary, fostering confusion and exerting domination. Politicians, for instance, may twist truths to align with their agendas, obfuscating facts for personal or collective gain.
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Media and Fake News
The proliferation of fake news, amplified by memes, television, and social media, infiltrates public consciousness and serves the interests of select groups. These distortions illustrate how the manipulation of truth benefits those who wield it as a tool for influence.
Literary Explorations of Truth Manipulation
Literature and media have long grappled with these questions, offering incisive critiques of truth's manipulation in society. Works such as It Can't Happen Here by Sinclair Lewis (1953), The Man in the High Castle by Philip K. Dick (1962), The Winter of Our Discontent by John Steinbeck (1961), The Captive Mind by Czeslaw Milosz (1953), Nineteen Eighty-Four by George Orwell (1949), All The King's Men by Robert Penn Warren (1946), and The Emperor by Ryszard Kapuscinski (1978) are some of the novels in which truth is spined and modified due to the interests of a certain group in the society.
This conference invites scholars in literature, linguistics, and media studies with a focus on American and British contexts to contribute to an exploration of post-truth and its depiction in various media forms. Suggested thematic blocks include, but are not limited to:
Post-truth and media
Post-truth and fiction
Post-truth and audiovisual translation (AVT)
Post-truth and testimonies
Post-truth in art and visual culture
AI-generated narratives, deepfakes, and post-truth technologies
Climate and environmental storytelling
Post-truth in political, social, and activist discourse
Interdisciplinary approaches to truth and representation
We invite scholars, university lecturers, and Ph.D. candidates interested in these themes to join us in this critical reconsideration.
Submission Guidelines and Presentation Details
Submission Guidelines
Proposals for each individual paper should be approx. 300 words long. Please also send a 200-word bio for each participant. Please send your proposal by April 28, 2025 to:
Presentation Details
Each presentation should not exceed 15 minutes followed by a 5-minute Q&A session.
🗓️ DEADLINE EXTENSION FOR SUBMISSIONS: April 28, 2025
We are pleased to announce that the Truth in Crisis conference will be held in a hybrid format. Participants are welcome to join us in Rzeszów or present their papers online.
To accommodate additional submissions, we have extended the deadline for abstracts to April 28, 2025.
We look forward to receiving your proposals!
Registration Fees
The fee includes lunch, coffee breaks, and a certificate of participation. For those interested in attending the social dinner, an additional 40 EUR is required. For online participation, a flat fee of 30 EUR applies (includes access to all panels and a digital certificate).
💰 Payment Information
For payments in PLN:
Beneficiary:
Wyższa Szkoła Informatyki i Zarządzania
ul. Sucharskiego 2
35-225 Rzeszów, Poland
Bank account (PLN):
PL 86 1240 2614 1111 0000 3963 3628
SWIFT/BIC code: PKOPPLPW
For payments in EUR:
Beneficiary:
Wyższa Szkoła Informatyki i Zarządzania
ul. Sucharskiego 2
35-225 Rzeszów, Poland
Bank account (EUR):
PL 43 1240 2614 1978 0010 0355 9689
SWIFT/BIC code: PKOPPLPW
If you need an invoice, please make sure to indicate it in the registration form and provide your billing details.
Should you have any questions regarding payments or invoices, feel free to contact the organizing team.
Keynote Speakers
Sapienza University of Rome, Italy
Constantine the Philosopher University Nitra, Slovakia
We are pleased to announce that Professor Paolo Simonetti (Sapienza University of Rome, Italy) and Professor Peter Mikuláš (Constantine the Philosopher University Nitra, Slovakia) will deliver a keynote address.
We look forward to your contributions to this critical and engaging exploration of truth and its manipulation in American and British contexts.
Publication Opportunity
We are pleased to announce that selected papers from the conference will have the opportunity to be published in Open Cultural Studies as part of the upcoming special issue "Post-Truth and Indigenous Environmental Justice in Canada: Myths, Media, and Reality" (De Gruyter).
Additionally, we are in the process of preparing a monograph based on the conference contributions. Further details on publication guidelines and submission timelines will be provided after the conference.
Conference Organising Committee
  • Dr Paula Wieczorek – University of Information Technology and Management in Rzeszów, Poland
  • Dr Kamelia Talebian Sedehi – Sapienza University of Rome, Italy
  • Monika Masłyk, MA – Graphic Designer, UITM
  • Yaryna Kysil, MA – Financial Coordinator, UITM
  • Weronika Pondo – Conference Secretary (student representative), UITM
Scientific committee
Distinguished scholars serving on our scientific committee:
  • Prof. Paolo Simonetti - Sapienza University of Rome
  • Prof. Peter Mikuláš - Constantine the Philosopher University, Nitra
  • Prof. Konrad Szocik - University of Information Technology and Management
  • Prof. Agata Jurkowska-Gomułka - University of Information Technology and Management
  • Prof. Andrzej Adamski - University of Information Technology and Management
  • Dr. Kamelia Talebian Sedehi - Sapienza University of Rome
  • Dr. Paula Wieczorek - University of Information Technology and Management
🛏️ Recommended Accommodation
We are pleased to provide a list of recommended hotels and accommodation options in Rzeszów for participants of the Truth in Crisis international conference (June 26–27, 2025). All locations are situated within convenient reach of the conference venue at the University of Information Technology and Management (Sucharskiego 2, Senate Room).
📍 Conference Venue
University of Information Technology and Management (WSIiZ)
Address: ul. Sucharskiego 2, 35-225 Rzeszów
Room: Senate Room (Main Building)
Website: https://wsiz.edu.pl
The selected hotels offer a variety of standards and price ranges to accommodate different needs. Participants are encouraged to book their stay early, as late June is a busy travel period. Please note that accommodation is not included in the conference fee. All bookings should be made directly with the chosen hotel.
🏨 Hotels
⭐ Hotel Rzeszów
Address: al. J. Piłsudskiego 44, Rzeszów
Description: A modern, centrally located hotel offering elegant rooms and suites with air-conditioning, Wi-Fi, minibars, safes, and coffee/tea-making facilities.
Website: hotelrzeszow.com.pl
⭐ Grein Hotel
Address: ul. Rejtana 1, Rzeszów
Description: A business-friendly hotel with air-conditioned rooms and apartments, an on-site restaurant, free Wi-Fi, and parking.
Website: greinhotel.pl
⭐ Hotel Forum
Address: ul. płk. Leopolda Lisa-Kuli 19, Rzeszów
Description: A classic hotel offering comfortable rooms with satellite TV, internet access, and air-conditioning. Suites also available.
Website: hotelforum.pl
⭐ Hotel Pod Ratuszem
Address: ul. Jana Matejki 8, Rzeszów
Description: A cozy hotel located in Rzeszów's Old Town, near key landmarks and restaurants. Rooms include Wi-Fi and private bathrooms.
Website: Booking.com link
⭐ Hotel Prezydencki
Address: ul. Podwisłocze 48, Rzeszów
Description: A hotel complex offering both 3-star and 4-star accommodation, with spacious rooms, a spa, fitness center, and three restaurants.
Website: hoteleprezydenckie.pl
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UITM Welcomes Sunrise Alliance Members
As a proud partner of the Sunrise Alliance, the University of Information Technology and Management in Rzeszów warmly invites all members to join our upcoming conference and engage in meaningful academic exchange.