http://uhhconferencecenter.com The Conference Center provides comprehensive planning and coordination services for conferences, meetings, seminars and special events. Fri, 18 Jul 2008 20:02:28 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Aloha, I'd like to express my sincere appreciation for all the hard work and dedication by UH Hilo's ohana for another beautiful and memorable commencement exercise. I think that President McClain, Regents Dahilig and Hapai, and keynote speaker Connie Lau were impressed with the aloha and joy we share with ... http://uhhconferencecenter.com/2008-spring-commencement-testimonial-from-chancellor-rose-tseng.html 'Imiloa Astronomy Center, Hilo, Hawai`i This past Tuesday, May 13, 2008, the Team from the UH Hilo Conference Center participated in the HTA Festivals & Events Seminar. Muriel Anderson flew over from Honolulu to host the event which featured speakers Dan McConnell, Managing Director of DDB Public Relations; Ed Struzik, ... http://uhhconferencecenter.com/hta-festivals-events-seminar-may-13-2008.html Conference Announcement SAVE THE DATES! NOVEMBER 9 – 14, 2008 Hilton Waikoloa Village Conference Venue CONFERENCE SITE HILTON WAIKOLOA VILLAGE, HAWAI`I'S BIG ISLAND The site for the 2008 JUSTSAP/PISCES conference will be the beautiful Hilton Waikoloa Village located within the Waikoloa Beach Resort area on the southern Kohala Coast on Hawaii's ... http://uhhconferencecenter.com/justsap-pisces-2008-conference-announcement.html THESIS TITLE FORM Please indicate the full name of the graduating Masters Candidate and the title of his/her thesis. Fill out the form completely and hit the submit button. You will receive confirmation after you have successfully submitted the form. Deadline to submit for inclusion in the printed program: Thursday, ... http://uhhconferencecenter.com/thesis-title-form.html Click here to download a PDF of Day 1 of Dr. David Bucy's Presentation http://uhhconferencecenter.com/hilo-tourism-marketing-committee-branding-workshop-presentation.html 8:00am - 3:00pm University of Hawaii at Hilo Hilo, Hawaii This year's Onizuka Science Day kicked off in the UHH Theatre. With the booming soundtrack of Star Trek, Final Frontier, heavy smoke, and a dazzling light effect, the Klingon Kurn, Captain of the Imperial Klingon Vessel HecK Tar, Klingon Defense Force, ... http://uhhconferencecenter.com/2008-astronaut-ellison-onizuka-science-day-saturday-january-26-2008-2.html Thank you so much for all your work and putting together a valuable workshop. I'm much excited about some new ideas I got from the workshop and hope to create some interesting, educational and enriching programs for the community and the visitors. Do keep me posted on ... http://uhhconferencecenter.com/hilo-tourism-marketing-committee-branding-workshop-january-22-24-2008-testimonial-2.html Thank you so much for the opportunity to attend the group marketing workshop on Tuesday, 1/22/08. I was very excited to be included on the invitation list and felt my presence was representative not only of the East Hawai`i Cultural Center as its Executive Director but also as a ... http://uhhconferencecenter.com/hilo-tourism-marketing-committee-branding-workshop-january-22-24-2008-testimonial.html 8:00 am - 3:00 pm University of Hawai'i at Hilo You are invited to join us for a day of science and space! Please visit the website for more information: http://www.spacegrant.hawaii.edu/OnizukaDay/ http://uhhconferencecenter.com/2008-astronaut-ellison-onizuka-science-day-saturday-january-26-2008.html Tuesday, January 22 & 24, 2008 Naniloa Volcanoes Resort Hilo, Hawai'i This outcomes based workshop was an exceptional opportunity for members of Hilo’s Heritage & Arts community to collaboratively develop a unified approach for branding and marketing messages that will distinguish Hilo as a Heritage & Arts destination. WORKSHOP OUTCOMES: A Hilo Marketing Tool Kit ... http://uhhconferencecenter.com/hilo-tourism-marketing-committee-branding-workshop.html Explore the most active volcanoes in the world! Investigate ancient underground lava tubes! Feel the power of the land! Hike across Kilauea crater! EDventure students will explore the Volcano with scientists, geologists and park rangers. They will hike across craters, take seismological measurements, and unlock some of the ancient geological secrets of this dramatic ... http://uhhconferencecenter.com/volcano-expedition.html Astronomy in Hawai`i is an unparalleled experience! Recognized as the premier site for astronomy in the world, the Mauna Kea Complex, located at the summit of the Big Island's largest mountain is home to an internationally renowned community of distinguished scientists. Providing a majestic background for astronomers, Mauna Kea's 13,000-ft. mountain ... http://uhhconferencecenter.com/in-search-of-the-stars.html Surrounded by the vast waters of the Pacific, Hawai`i presents itself as the finest marine science laboratory in the world. As EDventurers explore the diverse marine life, they will delight in investigating invertebrates and microscopic organisms living in the volcanic and coral sands. Sightings of dolphins and turtles are breathtaking ... http://uhhconferencecenter.com/living-laboratories-marine-science-discoveries.html Elderhostel is an educational adventure for older adults looking for something new. It is a nonprofit organization that offers inexpensive short-term academic programs hosted by educational institutions around the world. Currently, 1,800 institutions host Elderhostel sites throughout the United States and Canada, and in over 40 nations around the globe. Balmy ... http://uhhconferencecenter.com/elderhostel.html Tropical rainforest, delicate stands of bamboo, marine life, astronomy, exquisite orchids, and the most varied topography in the world awaits every curious EDventurer. Set in a multicultural environment, the EDventure program provides hands-on participatory learning experiences for students ranging in age from 12 yrs - 90 yrs. Designer programs are offered ... http://uhhconferencecenter.com/hawaiian-edventure-a-living-classroom.html “JUSTSAP is an international association of distinguished scientists, educators, government officials and business leaders pursuing multinational ventures in space exploration, has been holding its annual symposium in Hawai`i since 1990. Many of our meetings have been held on the Big Island and the reception, ambiance and professionalism is always outstanding. ... http://uhhconferencecenter.com/justsap-japanus-space-technology-applications-program.html Aloha Women! Thank you thank you thank you for all your support, help, hard work, cheerful attitude, pleasant ways, and above all for your professionalism as we dealt with the many challenges of this conference. During the course of the conference, people praised me for what a great job I was doing ... http://uhhconferencecenter.com/epscor-2007.html Click here to download a PDF of the article, 'Scientists and educators plan lunar endeavors, seek moon-like site amid isle’s lava landscape' http://uhhconferencecenter.com/pisces-2007-november-7-10-2007-news-article.html Japan-U.S. Science, Technology & Space Applications Program (JUSTSAP) 17th Annual Symposium November 11-15, 2007 Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort Kohala Coast, Big Island of Hawai`i Themed “Expanding International Collaboration for Space Exploration”, 2007's symposium focused on formulating public-private partnerships to catalyze the development and implementation of innovative projects that will support future space exploration and earth ... http://uhhconferencecenter.com/justsap-symposium-november-11-15-2007.html Natural History Experience the natural history of Hawai`i with experts who will guide your group through a hands-on EDventure in paradise. Conference Center professionals will customize your discovery tour as you unearth the magic of marine science, volcanology, geology, oceanography, tsunamis and the natural environment. We can develop curriculum or work with ... http://uhhconferencecenter.com/educational-field-study-and-eco-tourism.html ALOHA! The mission of PISCES is to develop new technologies that will enable humans to live on the Moon and beyond. It will feature a simulated lunar outpost on the Big Island, where research, technology development, educational programs, testing and astronaut training will be conducted in the lunar-like setting of Hawai`i's ... http://uhhconferencecenter.com/pisces-2007-november-7-10-2007.html National NSF EPSCoR MEETING November 6-9, 2007 Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa Waikoloa, Hawai`i "EPSCoR LEADERSHIP FOR SCIENTIFIC INNOVATION, COLLABORATION, AND ENCULTURATION." Click here for the conference website in PDF Click here for the participant Roster Click here for Chancellor Rose Tseng's Closing Presentation SPEAKER PRESENTATIONS November 7, 2007 Olsen, Kathy Muir, Warren Kaya, Maurice Risser, Paul Buckius, Richard March, Peter Boesz, Christine Bruno, Barbara Kemp, Paul November ... http://uhhconferencecenter.com/nsf-epscor-november-6-9-2007.html ALOHA! sustainable living through rainwater catchment was celebrated from August 14-17th during the 2007 American Rainwater catchment Systems Association Conference. Rainwater harvesting enthusiasts, practitioners, and experts discussed a broad range of rainwater catchment topics, including potable and non-potable household supply, storm-water runoff control, groundwater recharge, sustainable development, floods and droughts This conference ... http://uhhconferencecenter.com/arcsa-2007.html SCCM - The 15th American Physical Society Conference on Shock Compression of Condensed Matter was held on the Big Island of Hawai`i during the summer of 2007. The conference hotel is situated on the Kohala coast, 30 miles north of Kona. The scientific focus of the Conference was on fundamental ... http://uhhconferencecenter.com/aps-2007.html Just getting back to reality. Judith and staff thank you for all of your hard work, attention to detail, simple acts of kindness and your friendship. It was one of the few conferences I actually enjoyed because I knew you and your fine group of women were always ... http://uhhconferencecenter.com/ipiac-2007-testimonial.html The First International Pacific Invasive Ant Conference Focus: Pacific Rim & Pacific Island Countries and Territories Purpose of Conference: - Provided networking among experts, in the study of ants, through sharing of information. Conference Venue: - Sheraton Keauhou Bay Resort and Spa - Kailua-Kona on the Big Island of Hawai`i Hosted by: - The U.S. Department of Agriculture - Animal ... http://uhhconferencecenter.com/ipiac-2007.html International Education Intelligence The World Education Services held their annual board meeting at the Fairmont Orchid, Hawai`i Hotel on the Big Island of Hawai`i this past April. World Education Services (WES) is the leading source of international education intelligence. WES is a not for profit organization with over thirty years’ experience evaluating ... http://uhhconferencecenter.com/wes-2007-board-meeting-april-19-22-2007.html American Bamboo Society 28th Annual National Conference with support from Hawai`i Department of Agriculture, Hawai`i Chapter of the American Bamboo Society, Hawai`i County Office of Research & Development, & The University of Hawai`i at Hilo Conference Center. Hilo Hawaiian Hotel Hilo, Hawai`i Bamboo Hawai`i 2006 Website http://uhhconferencecenter.com/bamboo-hawaii-october-19th-22nd-2006.html “First, let me say that if the opportunity arose again, I would bring the HistoChemical Society back to the Big Island with out any reservation!” Every detail was seamless! The University’s team work with the hotel was just magical and it allowed our delegates to concentrate on their research and networking ... http://uhhconferencecenter.com/histochemistry-2006-testimonial.html Joint Meeting of the Histochemical Society and the Japanese Society of Histochemistry and Cytochemistry August 23-27, 2006 Hilton Waikoloa Village Big Island of Hawai`i, USA The Nexus of Histochemistry & Molecular Genetics Real-time visualization of signal-transduction in living cells & tissues The 7th Joint Meeting of The Histochemical Society & The Japan Society of Histochemistry and ... http://uhhconferencecenter.com/histochemistry-2006-august-22-25-2007.html “This meeting was exceptional in every way! This astronomy conference, Protostars and Planets V, which was held in October of 2005, was the largest gathering of astronomers to meet on the Big Island. With delegates coming from over 30 different countries, the meeting was hailed as a huge success. With ... http://uhhconferencecenter.com/protostars-planets-v-testimonial-from-dr-bo-reipurth.html Protostars and Planets V (PP-V) took place at the Hilton Waikoloa Village on the Big Island of Hawai`i from October 24–28, 2005. SCOPE OF THE MEETING The motivation for holding PP-V in Hawai`i was based on recent efforts to develop interdisciplinary research in these areas within the University of Hawai`i. The Institute ... http://uhhconferencecenter.com/protostars-planets-v-october-24-28-2005.html Hilo, Hawai`i The Mycological Society of America (MSA) and Mycological Society of Japan (MSJ) will met in a joint conference on the University of Hawai`i at Hilo campus from July 30, 2005 to August 5, 2005. This was the first time the two societies have met together and celebrated the ... http://uhhconferencecenter.com/msa-msj-july-30-august-5-2005.html “The answer is….because it’s the Big Island!. The question….Where is the best place in the entire world to hold a Mushroom conference? The Big Island!! “ “Our Mushroom (Mycology) Conference just grew and grew until we reached our capacity and more as we prepared for the Mycology Society of ... http://uhhconferencecenter.com/msa-msj-mycology-2005-conference-testimonial-mushroom-scientists.html Education in Palliative and End-of-Life Care October 8-9, 2004, Hilo, Hawai`i EPEC: What It Is Education in Palliative and End-of-Life Care (EPEC) is a curriculum developed at the American Medical Association to educate physicians and other healthcare professionals on fundamental palliative and end-of-life skills including: Managing Pain and Symptoms ... http://uhhconferencecenter.com/epec-october-8-9-2004.html Landscape Change and Ecosystem Disturbance Islands and Continents 47th Annual Symposium International Association of Vegetation Science July 18-23, 2004 King Kamehameha Kona Beach Hotel, Kailua–Kona, Hawai'i, USA **picture not shown** Pulama Pali, Kilauea Volcano, 2000. T. Pfeiffer HOSTED BY University of Hawai'i-Manoa University of Hawai'i-Hilo Conference Center USDA Forest Service USGS Biological Resources Division North American Section of the IAVS Conference Co-chairs: Julie S. Denslow (USDA ... http://uhhconferencecenter.com/83.html March 21-31, 2004 September 26-October 6, 2004 Hosted by UH Hilo Conference Center Culinary arts, healing techniques, nature walks, Hawaii's medicinal herbs, and the splendor of Hawai`i... all are a pathway to health,healing, and knowledge! Known as the Healing Island, the Big Island of Hawai`i embraces you with aloha and rich resources ... http://uhhconferencecenter.com/hawaii-the-healing-island.html