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
Click here for Dr. Genovese’s biosketch
DRESS & WEATHER
Appropriate conference attire will be “Aloha Casual” = slacks & short-sleeved aloha shirt.
Click here to get the latest NOAA weather updates for Hilo, Hawai‘i
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.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW!
- 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.
AGENDA & FIELDTRIP ITINERARY
NSF CMMI 2009 – Technical Tours General Information
GENERAL INFORMATION
The State of Hawaii with its diverse grouping of Islands serves as the backdrop this year for a variety of unique technical tours for conference attendees. The tours will explore elements of the planet earth indigenous in the environment of Hawaii, current and extensive scientific research and development, and engineering landmarks displaying the ancient and rich history of this extraordinary State.
FEES AND SCHEDULES
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Tour |
Date and Time |
Cost |
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Hawaii’s Big Island: University of Hawaii Hawaii Volcanoes National Park |
Travel to Hilo: Tour Date: Tour Time: Tour Pickup and Return Location: |
Tour Only: $100
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Maui: Haleakala Observatories: University of Hawaii Observatory Air Force Observatory |
Travel to Maui: Tour Date: Tour Time Group A: Tour Time Group B: Tour Pickup and Return Location: |
$110 |
TOUR REGISTRATION
Preregistration is required for all tours so that proper arrangements for transportation may be made, and minimum and maximum capacities are maintained. Registration for the post-conference tours on the Big Island and Maui is available by clicking on the appropriate links above.
The post-conference tours on Hawaii’s Big Island and Maui require a list of names and personal information of tour participants 30 days in advance of the tours. Required information, collected as part of the registration process, includes: last name, first name, title, date of birth, driver’s license number or state identification number. Foreign nationals are permitted to attend the tours, but must provide their passport number, expiration date and country of origin when registering for the tour, and have their passport with them for access to all tours.
TRANSPORTATION
Check the individual tour schedules on the tour information pages to verify specific departure and return times.
REFUNDS AND SUBSTITUTIONS
Due to the tour capacity limits this year, no refunds will be made for cancellations after May 22, 2009, or for no-shows. Tour participant substitutions are not permitted because of the security requirements at each tour location.
IDENTIFICATION
Participants should also carry a picture ID issued by a government or university entity (e.g., driver’s license, passport, State/Federal employee card, student ID). Please check the details of each tour for more information.
