IWOP-11 ‘Imiloa Astronomy Center Fieldtrip
Wednesday, August 4, 2010
3:00-5:30pm: ‘Imiloa Astronomy Center Fieldtrip
(Guests invited)
INCLUSIONS
- School bus transportation between Hilo Hawaiian Hotel and ‘Imiloa Astronomy Center
- Authentic Hawaiian Greeting (Cultural Protocol)
- Entry to Planetarium Show
- Tour of Exhibit Hall
‘Imiloa Astronomy Center: A unique Hawaiian voyage through Time and Space
‘Imiloa Astronomy Center of Hawai‘i tells dual stories of the renowned Mauna Kea volcano, with its world-famous astronomy and rich traditions of Hawaiian culture. ‘Imiloa, which means “exploring new knowledge,” reflects both the Hawaiian voyages of discovery and the explorations of astronomy.
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Photo taken by the Gemini observatory - http://www.gemini.edu
IWOP-11 Rainforest & Waterfalls Fieldtrip
Tuesday, August 3, 2010
(morning conference sessions, 3/4-day Fieldtrip)
Breakfast at Hotel on Own
10:30am-5:00pm: Rainforest & Waterfalls Optional Fieldtrip
(Lunch included, Guests invited)
INCLUSIONS
- Transportation: school bus
- Boxed lunch & healthy snack included
- Resources: Educational Field Interpreter & Ehtnobotanical Experts
- Admission & guided tour of World Botanical Gardens & Umauma Falls
- Hamakua Coastline Tour including Akaka Falls and Honomu Town
ADVISORY
- Weather: for an up-to-date forecast, please visit the NOAA site here. (Zipcode = 96728)
- Please dress comfortably for a tropical climate, wear sturdy covered walking shoes, and bring a light rain jacket and/or umbrella.
- We will be walking over some uneven ground, and steep terrain at times.
ITINERARY
- 10:15am – Gather in front lobby of Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Bus Curbside
- 10:30am – Depart Hilo Hawaiian Hotel
- Tour of Hamakua Coastline, Scenic Route
- Honomu Town & Akaka Falls
- Lunch at World Botanical Gardens & Umauma Falls
- Guided tour of World Botanical Gardens & Umauma Falls
- Return to Hilo Hawaiian Hotel
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Evaluating The George W. Bush Presidency
University of Hawaii at Hilo
July 29-31, 2009
This conference evaluates the presidency of George W. Bush, whose tenure in office brought about vast changes in the institution of the presidency. Participants in this conference will evaluate a number of aspects of George W. Bush’s presidency, including:
- War Powers
- Terrorism Policy
- Civil Liberties
- Judicial Politics and Appointments
- Legislative Relations
- Economic Policy
- Management of the Executive Branch
- Public Opinion
- Media Relations
- Presidential Power
- Presidential Campaigning
- Environmental Policy
- Foreign Policy
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Michael A. Genovese
Loyola Chair of Leadership
Professor, Political Science
Director, Institute for Leadership Studies
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DRESS & WEATHER
Appropriate conference attire will be “Aloha Casual” = slacks & short-sleeved aloha shirt.
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REGISTRATION
The conference will be held on the campus of the University of Hawaii at Hilo on the scenic Big Island of Hawaii. A number of activities, including half-day trips to the rainforest and beach are included in the conference. An optional guided trip through the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park will be available to participants.
The number of participants in this conference is limited in order to facilitate dialogue. Please register early in order to secure a space.
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- Deadline for Registration: May 30, 2009
- Registration Cost: $195.00
LODGING
Reserve your hotel room now! We have received a special rate at the Hilo Hawaiian Hotel for conference participants, but please reserve your rooms early, as space is limited.
Please reference this conference to receive the discounted rate up to 3 days pre/post.
Conference Dates: July 29-31, 2009.
Optional post-conference field trip to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park: August 1, 2009.
- Standard Garden View Rooms: $95++
- Deluxe Ocean View Rooms: $120++
Contact the hotel directly:
Hilo Hawaiian Hotel
71 Banyan Drive
Hilo, Hawaii 96720
Phone: (808) 935-9361
Fax: (808) 961-9642Alternatively, download a PDF reservation form here, fill out, and Fax or email in.
CALL FOR PAPERS, PANEL & ROUNDTABLE PROPOSALS
Paper and Panel proposal deadline extended to May 19, 2009.
Proposals and inquiries should be send to Dr. Todd Belt, tbelt@hawaii.edu, 808-974-7375.Abstracts should be limited to 250 words. Please include name, university affiliation, and contact information for all authors/presenters.
