Online or at University of MontanaMissoulaMT
Identifies alternative fuel sources; explores fuel characteristics; identifies and evaluates the infrastructure required to produce, store, distribute, and use them; discusses emission and conversion efficiencies; assesses social, environmental, and economic impacts.
Writing in environmental fields encompasses many genres, from policy memos to manuals, blog posts to interpretive signs. This course will allow you to refine and reflect on your writing process. For some, the course may serve as a tune-up; for others, a significant remodeling.
This course will require 40 hours over the 6-week class period. The course is six weeks in length and is taught in an entirely online, distance learning format, with both asynchronous and synchronous portions. No campus visits are required. Depending upon enrollment, we anticipate offering 1 hour each week that you can interact with instructors and classmates via WebEx.
This curriculum, derived from global best practices and featuring interactive and innovative educational styles, is designed for professionals with interest in Coastal Management at all experience levels in the practice of Coastal and Marine Spatial Planning (CMSP).
(4 days)
DePaul University Loop Campus, 8th Floor Conference Center1 E. Jackson Blvd.ChicagoIllinois60604USA
The 16th Annual Conference on Information Technology Education and the 4th Annual Conference on Research in Information Technology (RIIT) will be hosted by DePaul University and will take place at the DePaul Loop campus September 30 – October 3, 2015. Both conferences are sponsored by the ACM Special Interest Group of Information Technology Education (SIGITE).
The theme of both conferences is “Creating the Future”. The Chicago fire of 1871 enabled a rebirth of development in Chicago, producing notable architecture that continues to impact the city into the present day. In a nod to that period of development, a technology-focused incubator called 1871 has been created, and with it has come a focus on reinventing Chicago for the next century. Industry, academic, and political leaders are working to make Chicago a city known for its innovative approaches to business and technology.
In October, manufacturers across the state will open their doors for the Dream It. Do It. Minnesota Statewide Tour of Manufacturing. Most tours will align with Minnesota Manufacturing Week, October 1-10. However, registration is open to celebrate all tours that take place in October. Tour groups will have the chance to:
• See STEM concepts in action.
• Learn about high-tech machinery, like robots.
• Get a hands-on look at how things we use every day are made.
• Learn about growing and well-paid career opportunities in their backyard.
http://www.nationalcyberwatch.org/event/inaugural-national-k-12-cybersecurity-education-co...
(2 days)
The Conference Center at the Maritime Institute692 Maritime BlvdLinthicum HeightsMD
Two content packed days devoted specifically to providing research-based resources and strategies for promoting proper behavior in the areas of cyberethics, safety and security and promoting students awareness of the plethora of career options in the cybersecurity field.
http://www.aaas.org/event/3rd-annual-visualizing-science-policy-20x20-resource-fair
AAAS Headquarters1200 New York Avenue NWWashingtonDC
Join current and alumni Science & Technology Policy Fellows as they explore the science policy arena through projects from academia, government, industry, nonprofit organizations, and the arts. Participants have challenged themselves to think visually: each will present 20 images for only 20 seconds each.
Following the presentations will be a science policy open house and networking reception with representatives from various AAAS programs, partner scientific societies, science policy agencies, and organizations. Exhibit tabling will begin at 5:30 p.m. and continue during the reception after the presentations. Join us in this exciting, fast-paced evening of compelling issues and discussion! Sponsored by AAAS.
http://www.aaas.org/event/3rd-annual-visualizing-science-policy-20x20-resource-fair
AAAS Headquarters1200 New York Avenue NWWashingtonDC
Join current and alumni Science & Technology Policy Fellows as they explore the science policy arena through projects from academia, government, industry, nonprofit organizations, and the arts. Participants have challenged themselves to think visually: each will present 20 images for only 20 seconds each.
Following the presentations will be a science policy open house and networking reception with representatives from various AAAS programs, partner scientific societies, science policy agencies, and organizations. Exhibit tabling will begin at 5:30 p.m. and continue during the reception after the presentations. Join us in this exciting, fast-paced evening of compelling issues and discussion! Sponsored by AAAS.
The new 2.5-day "Get SMART!" Impact Workshops provides participants with core concepts and materials needed to develop or expand academic courses and pathways that will enable students to enter the maritime and transportation industry which is critical to our nation's economy and security. You will also receive SMART products including lessons, toolkits, "Make the SMART Choice!" video series and new SMART Maritime and Transportation Career Guide. Lastly, you will meet key industry players in your region to help support your programs and learn about registered apprenticeship programs, internships and college programs for students in your area.
This online course provides an intermediate-level focus on environmental social marketing strategies. Students will focus in detail on how to plan and implement a social marketing strategy, using 3-5 topics within social marketing of your choosing.
This course is an intermediate complementary course to the DEL online course “Environmental Communications for Behavior Change”, which provides a practical overview of a social marketing campaign. We encourage students to take both classes; they are fundamentally different, yet complementary.
http://www.scup.org/page/regions/nc/2015?utm_campaign=2015-north-central-regional-conferen...
(3 days)
Ohio State UniversityColumbusOH
With over 60 colleges and universities located within 50 miles of Columbus, this will be an ideal opportunity for you to share your success stories with other higher education leaders in our region. We are interested in learning about your experiences and best practices in higher education. We are especially interested in submissions that relate to planning and navigating the challenges and opportunities associated with unique collaborations, projects, initiatives, or partnerships. If you work with or for a community college, college, or university, and have an interesting story to tell, we want to hear from you! - See more at: http://www.scup.org/page/regions/nc/2015?utm_campaign=2015-north-central-regional-conference&utm_medium=Online%20Calendar&utm_source=online-calendar-aacc-NC15#sthash.THG8Ydte.dpuf
(3 days)
MITAGS5700 Hammonds Ferry RdLinthicum HeightsMD
The conference, over a two day period, will feature individual speakers, plenary sessions, and a series of workshops. The sessions will run along three tracks of interest: Educators, Industry, and Administrators. This will allow attendees to select the sessions that interest them.
http://www.vesta-usa.org/Events/Wine-Sensory-Analysis-Workshop-TX2
(2 days)
Messina Hof Winery4545 Old Reliance RoadBryanTX77808USA
Presenter - Melba Allen — Wine Export Agent, OENO-COM France
This workshop will benefit winemakers, cellar workers, winery staff, and wine enthusiasts who seek a deeper understanding of these topics and their impact on a winery’s success. In addition, workshop attendees will be guided through sensory test methods to access perceived differences and preferences in wine.
Topics include: Welcome and Introduction to Tasting, White Sensory Standards, Red Sensory Standards, and Evaluating Palate Attributes: Alcohol, Acid, and Tannin Wine Defects, Descriptive Wine Analysis of White Wines, Descriptive Analysis of Red Wines, Laboratory Investigating, Wine Competition Methodology and Professional Wine Rating Systems. A certificate will be awarded after the completion of this workshop.
Memorial Union, Room 229 Santa Cruz301 E. Orange St.TempeAZ
In 2006 the Chinese government launched its National Medium- and Long-Term Plan for the Development of Science and Technology 2006-2020, making “indigenous innovation” the top developmental priority. The broad goal of the MLP is to transform China into a technology-focused economy by 2020 and a global leader in R&D, science, and product innovation by 2050. Can such state-driven efforts succeed? At first glance, the results of China’s efforts are impressive. Yet China’s investment in research and development has yet to pay off in product innovation. Moreover, President Xi’s “Chinese dream,” which includes a major anti-corruption campaign along with reigning in “Western thinking” in China’s universities, may have a deleterious effect on China’s high-tech ambitions. This presentation will explore these ambitions in light of recent developments in China.
http://www.fvtc.edu/training-services/business-industry-services/seminars/service/manufact...
FVTC Fab Lab5 N Systems DrAppletonWI
This complimentary event is open to business professionals, entrepreneurs, inventors, students, teachers and 'creative souls'.
Learn more about the FVTC Fab Lab machines such as 3D printing, laser cutting/engraving and other computer controlled machines used in industry as well as the average home. Fab Lab resources are available to the community for a broad range of activities ranging from craft projects, guitar building, 3D printing and early stage prototyping.
(3 days)
St. Louis Community College300 S. BroadwaySt. LouisMO
This year's theme is "Accelerating the Pipeline: Putting Technology to Work."
http://www.aaas.org/event/project-2061-workshop-developing-and-using-assessments-aligned-s...
(3 days)
1200 New York Avenue NWWashingtonDC
The workshop is both interactive and practical, providing many opportunities to apply what is being learned to the real-world challenges of science assessment.
Workshop participants will receive a Certificate of Completion from AAAS Project 2061.
Drawing on more than a decade of research and development focused on science assessment, Project 2061 offers this workshop to share its experience and resources with teachers, researchers, and assessment specialists.
The three-day workshop introduces Project 2061’s approach to science assessment and its criteria and procedures for developing effective items that are carefully aligned to science ideas
Orange County Department of Education200 Kalmus DriveCosta MesaCA
A Project Access workshop will be provided to a collaboration of high schools throughout the Orange County area of Southern California. This is a continued partnership between the California Deaf Education Resource Center (CDERC-South) and the Orange County Department of Education. Registration is limited to current teachers within OCDE.
Designed for Educators in Building Sciences, HVAC/R, Building Automation, and Sustainable Facilities Operations, this interactive webinar will be packed full of resources and information to help your school and students succeed. Bring your questions and suggestions.
Topics include:
Professional Development Workshops
Curriculum Support
Online Resources and Networks
Identifying and Hiring Faculty
Building a Teaching Lab
Convening an Advisory Board
Finding Financial Resources
Speakers include:
Peter Crabtree, Principal Investigator, BEST Center; Dean of Career and Technical Education, Laney College
Pam Wallace, Director, BEST Center
Brian Lovell, Founder, Building Automation program, Georgia Piedmont Technical College
Ted Wilinski, Sustainable Facilities Instructor, Milwaukee Area Technical College
Larry Chang, Manager, BEST Center
Bob Clark, HVACR Faculty, College of DuPage
Charlotte Forest, Mentor-Connect Project Manager, Advanced Technical Education (ATE), National Science Foundation; Florence-Darlington Technical College
You are invited to join our network of educators for a free webinar. We will review faculty professional development opportunities, online and website resources, available National Science Foundation (NSF) grants, and samples of curriculum and instructional lab development. Bring your questions and share with others who can benefit from this resource-packed session!
(2 days)
Messina Hof Winery4545 Old Reliance RdBryanTX77808USA
Dr. Barry Gump is the first holder of the Harvey R. Chaplin Eminent Scholar’s Chair in Beverage Management at Florida International University’s Chaplin School of Hospitality and Tourism Management. In this position he is developing new graduate and undergraduate beverage classes to expand the offerings of the Beverage Management curriculum. Dr. Gump is Emeritus Professor of Chemistry and Emeritus Adjunct Professor of Enology at California State University, Fresno. He has had a long association (over thirty years) with the wine industry, conducting research in analytical methodology applied to grapes, juices, and wines.
http://www.scup.org/page/regions/so/2015?utm_campaign=2015-southern-regional-conference&ut...
(3 days)
Hilton Fort Worth815 Main StFort WorthTX
We have arrived upon this new frontier, and the challenges facing higher education are unparalleled and will continue. The need for creative and innovative approaches to addressing these challenges is more critical today than ever before. This new reality provides greater opportunity and responsibility for higher education planners to take charge and define the future. This conference will bring together innovators and thought leaders to combine regional knowledge of this new higher education arena with stories from other institutions across the country and will explore the new frontiers, showcasing innovative solutions to the challenges we face.
(4 days)
Penn State Center for Nanotechnology Education and Utilization101 Innovation BlvdUniversity ParkPA
A series of two workshops, the Nanotechnology Course Resource Workshops (formerly known as our "Train the Trainer" Workshops) were created to provide faculty with:
Please note: it does not matter which workshop is attended first.
These workshops are designed for: post-secondary faculty and administrators.
This workshop focuses on: Patterning for Nanotechnology, Materials Modification for Nanotechnology Applications, and Characterization, Testing of Nanotechnology Structures and Materials.
(4 days)
Joseph A. Floreano Rochester Riverside Convention Center123 E Main StRochesterNY14604USA
Optifab, organized jointly by SPIE and APOMA, is the largest optical manufacturing conference and exhibition held in the United States.
With a unique technical focus on classical and advanced optical manufacturing technologies, Optifab offers conference attendees an exceptional opportunity to interact with worldwide experts in the field of optical fabrication.
Early registration ends September 25.
(2 days)
Hilton Hotel - Portland921 SW 6th AvenuePortlandOR97204USA
The National Council for Workforce Education is committed to promoting excellence and growth in workforce education. As an affiliate council of the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC), NCWE provides a national forum for administrators and faculty in workforce education and basic skills, as well as representatives of business, labor, military, and government, to affect and direct the future role of two-year and other post-secondary institutions in workforce education and economic development. NCWE provides the link between policy and workforce education and economic development by providing support, research, and critical information to members on current and future trends and policies. This year's conference strands include:
Early registration ends September 15.
http://www.cur.org/conferences_and_events/institutes/initiating_and_developing_undergradua...
(3 days)
University of MissouriColumbiaMO
The purpose of the institute is to provide directors of undergraduate research programs the means to develop and effectively run their programs. Recognizing the different models of offices of undergraduate research offices, we encourage applications from those that run programs on full and/or part-time basis as well as from committees that might have this responsibility on their campus. Models will be from all types of institutions; PUI, regional comprehensive to Research I institutions.
(5 days)
The Fairmont San Jose170 S Market StSan JoseCA95113USA
FiO 2015—the 99th OSA Annual Meeting—and Laser Science's (LS) 31st annual meeting of the American Physical Society (APS) unite the OSA and American Physical Society (APS) communities for five days of quality, cutting-edge presentations, fascinating invited speakers and a variety of special events. The FiO Exhibit hosts more than 60 participating companies and industry leaders.
(5 days)
The Davenport Grand Hotel333 W Spokane Falls BlvdSpokaneWA99201
The conference features important conversations, preconference workshops, comprehensive education, and opportunities to connect with experts, peers and private sector sponsors. Our featured keynote speakers are Breece Robertson, National GIS Director for the Trust for Public Land and Dr. Este Geraghty, Chief Medical Officer and Director of Health Solutions at Esri.
(3 days)
Music City Center201 5th Ave SNashvilleTN
In October, senior executives from OEMs from across the southeast will showcase their plants’ latest developments. Key elected officials from southern states will discuss their efforts to increase the region’s competitive advantage. OEMs and suppliers will roll up their sleeves and talk about supplier best practices to ensure that, as an industry, we continue to meet the growing challenges of the global market.
(2 days)
University of Virginia - Newcomb HallPO Box 400701CharlottesvilleVA
The keynote speaker is, Waldo Jaquith, who is the director of U.S. Open Data, a non-profit organization building the capacity of open data and supporting government in that mission. In 2011, in acknowledgement of his open data work, Jaquith was named a 'Champion of Change' by the White House and, in 2012, an 'OpenGov Champion' by the Sunlight Foundation. He went on to work in open data with the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy. Jaquith and his family live in the Southwest Mountains, just outside of Charlottesville.
(2 days)
Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex2100 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd NBirminghamAL
Alabama Joint Leadership Development Conference is the premier leadership event for youth in the State of Alabama! The conference is the largest non-athletic gathering of youth for an educational purpose in the State of Alabama. The event will bring together more than 8,000 top students preparing to make Alabama the leading state for work, family, fun, community and great living!
(3 days)
Omni Shoreham Hotel2500 Calvert Street NWWashingtonDC
The ATE Principal Investigators conference brings together key people working on ATE projects across the country to focus on the critical issues related to advanced technological education. Conference attendees represent community colleges, business and industry, secondary school systems, four-year colleges, and research and development centers covering projects in a wide variety of areas such as: information technology, engineering technology, micro- and nanotechnologies, chemical technology, biotechnology, and others.
http://www.okcareertech.org/educators/career-and-academic-connections/guidancefest/guidanc...
Kiamichi Technology Center1004 OK-2WilburtonOK
GuidanceFest is an annual statewide initiative conducted by Oklahoma CareerTech and local technology centers. The annual event covers a wide range of career and technology education topics and is a professional development opportunity for partner school counselors, principals, instructors and staff.
http://www.okcareertech.org/educators/career-and-academic-connections/guidancefest/guidanc...
Great Plains Technology Center4500 SW Lee BlvdLawtonOK
GuidanceFest is an annual statewide initiative conducted by Oklahoma CareerTech and local technology centers. The annual event covers a wide range of career and technology education topics and is a professional development opportunity for partner school counselors, principals, instructors and staff.
The key finding from an evaluation was that while female mathematics students improved their final marks in response to attending a greater number of sessions per semester, male students achieved lower final marks on average. Although several studies have shown that in PASS-like programs gender tends to not be a significant factor relating to achievement, our results suggest otherwise. We presented our work and speculated on the reasons for this observation at the Australasian Conference for PASS and Peer-Learning in Melbourne, Australia in September 2015, and sought suggestions on how programs like PASS could address this gender-specific difference in achievement. This Webinar will present our research and discuss approaches to remediate gender-associated differences in achievement.
(2 days)
Redlands Community CollegeEl RenoOK
Presenter Dr. Barry Gump will be holding a workshop on the chemistry of wine. He has had a long association (over thirty years) with the wine industry, conducting research in analytical methodology applied to grapes, juices, and wines.
http://www.vesta-usa.org/Events/Wine-Sensory-Analysis-Workshop-WI2
(2 days)
2600 Larsen RoadGreen BayWI54303USA
Zoran Ljepovic was born in Zagreb, Croatia where he earned Engineer of Agronomy Degree in Enology, Viticulture and Pomology. He worked for renowned wine and spirits company Badel 1862 before he completed his Enology Masters degree at CSU Fresno under Professor Barry Gump. Upon graduation, in 2008 Zoran was promoted to a QC/QA Manager for Wine Process Improvement. He manages QC/QA for bottling facilities: Robert Mondavi in Napa and Clos du bois in Sonoma for the luxury wines. In addition, he conducts sanitation audits for the CWUS wineries on the West coast, wine microbiology consulting and introducing emerging new technologies and procedures. Along with regular work Zoran has taught Wine Analysis classes for Napa college and the VESTA on-line program in addition to consulting winegrowers in winemaking in California, Michigan and Croatia. Zoran serves as a wine judge at various international wine judging competitions as Finger Lakes (FLIWC), Watkins Glenn (EIWC), Indiana (IIWC) and California State Home Winemakers Competition in Lodi.
Monroe Community College1000 E. Henrietta RoadRochesterNY
For all teachers, pre-teachers, and informal educators. There will be morning workshops on a wide variety of topics, and a continental breakfast will be offered during the opening plenary session.
http://www.aacc.nche.edu/newsevents/Events/Lists/AACC%20Event%20Calendar/DispForm.aspx?ID=...
(3 days)
Embassy Suites, Baltimore Inner Harbor222 St Paul PlBaltimoreMD
The National Council on Student Development (NCSD) invites community colleges to its National Conference, October 25-27 in Baltimore, Maryland. The conference theme is “Community Colleges: Navigating Our Paths to Reclaim the Dream.” Special NCSD Pre-Conference Tracks: Strategic Planning, Career Planning, Work and Life Balance, Focus on Male Leadership, Assessment in Student Development Areas, Student Affairs Competencies, and Pedagogy of Pathways will kick off the 2015 NCSD National Conference. The National Council on Student Development is an affiliate council of AACC and the organization dedicated to serving the needs of student development professionals in the community college.
http://www.cur.org/conferences_and_events/student_events/reu/
(2 days)
Hilton Arlington950 N Stafford StArlingtonVA
This conference features keynote presentations, presentations by students from REU programs in all disciplines, sessions for REU students, faculty, and administrators, and opportunities to present to representatives from NSF. Poster sessions will be displayed in the NSF atrium.
Federal Reserve Bank of Boston600 Atlantic Ave #100BostonMA
In an era of profound transformation, what does it mean to be a learner-centered college or university?
Today’s learners grew up with the Internet, with on-demand and instant results delivered to a hand-held device. They increasingly judge colleges by return-on-investment. Many students are nontraditional: 40% are age 25 or older; 20% work full-time; 60% study at four-year public or private HEIs, while most of the rest attend community colleges or for-profit colleges. They are more ethnically diverse than earlier generations of students. Some are privileged; some are poor.
NEBHE invites you to join thought leaders including State University of New York Chancellor Nancy Zimpher, Institute for Academic Leadership Director Lawrence G. Abele, Public Agenda Sr. Vice President of Higher Education and Workforce Development Alison Kadlec; CUNY University Dean for Student Success Initiatives Donna Linderman; Columbia University Community College Research Center Director Thomas Bailey; Complete College America Vice President of Strategy Julie Johnson; Inside Higher Ed co-founder Scott Jaschik and Big Picture Learning co-founder Dennis Littky for a compelling discussion of Learner-Centered Institutions: The Future of Higher Education.
http://www.marinetech.org/other-workshops//workshop_id/3153/
(4 days)
Duke UniversityDurhamNC
The course is intended for quantitatively-minded scientists who wish to analyse spatially explicit line transect distance sampling data. In particular we envisage graduate students/postdocs/faculty in applied ecology, government/industry scientists and wildlife managers amongst the participants. Although the main examples in the course will be in a marine setting, the methodology and software demonstrated are equally applicable to terrestrial situations.
The workshop will cover both theory and practice and demonstrate an end-to-end workflow for spatial modelling of distance sampling data collected via line transect surveys.
http://www.aaas.org/event/neuroscience-and-society-series-creativity-genius-and-brain
AAAS Auditorium1200 New York Ave NWWashingtonDC
Scientists often cite Isaac Newton when crediting the work of others who have come before them: If I have seen further, it is by standing on the shoulders of giants. Who are those “giants”? We know they are not limited to the sciences. Music has them. So does art. As well as literature. Do these giants possess the characteristics of genius and creativity in larger doses than the rest of us? What makes a genius? Why are some people so much more creative than others? How do people “become” creative or a genius? What influence do brain and environment have in developing and nurturing genius or creativity? These and other questions are the focus of this public event. Speakers will address circumstances necessary to produce a cultural environment that nurtures creativity; the role of epiphanies in the creative thinking process; and how science can contribute to enhanced creativity.
(3 days)
Sheraton Dallas Hotel400 North Olive StreetDallasTX
You don't want to miss this professional development opportunity that includes 125+ breakout sessions, a variety of preconference workshops, many networking opportunities, and an exhibit hall that showcases the latest products and services. We hope you will make plans to attend, and many of you may want to bring your family with you to see some of the local attractions.
The new 2.5-day "Get SMART!" Impact Workshops provides participants with core concepts and materials needed to develop or expand academic courses and pathways that will enable students to enter the maritime and transportation industry which is critical to our nation's economy and security. You will also receive SMART products including lessons, toolkits, "Make the SMART Choice!" video series and new SMART Maritime and Transportation Career Guide. Lastly, you will meet key industry players in your region to help support your programs and learn about registered apprenticeship programs, internships and college programs for students in your area.
http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07eb77icig4c37aca5&llr=9u8kabr...
The Water ClubEast River at 30th StreetNew YorkNY
NAMEPA is pleased to again present its annual Marine Environment Protection Conference. The focus of this event will be on managing change in a changing world.
1530 P Street, N.W.WashingtonD.C.
On 29 October, 2015, a daylong symposium will review what scientific research has revealed over the past 50 years, and offer a forward-looking assessment of the range of scientific, technological, communication, and policy options for the future.
http://www.okcareertech.org/educators/science-technology-engineering-and-mathematics-stem-...
Central Tech Center Drumright Campus1720 S Main StSapulpaOK
This professional development conference is designed to provide elementary, secondary and technology center counselors, administrators and other educators an opportunity to learn more about Project Lead the Way (PLTW).
The National CyberWatch Center, working in conjunction with various industry and government partners throughout the country, has updated its model degree and certificate programs.
In this webinar, the National CyberWatch Center Executive Director, along with members of the National CyberWatch Center Curriculum Committee, will showcase the new degree and certificate offerings, help schools navigate which program (or set of programs) is the right fit, and preview the newly developed content to support these programs.
