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March 1, 2001 CONFERENCE CALL Social movements that span American history will be the focus of the 20th Annual Edward V. Sparer Symposium, March 2 and 3 at the Law School, 3400 Chestnut Street. The conference will examine the effectiveness of social movements in transforming laws in American society. Free and open to the public. Preregistration required. Call Susan Feathers, 215-898-0459. The Association for Symbolic Logic will hold its annual meeting March 10 to 13 at the David Rittenhouse Labs, Walnut and 33rd streets. Registration $45; free for students. Info: www.aslonline.org.