Join your colleagues in New Orleans!

New Orleans, LA
Tuesday, April 21, 2009



2009 Extension Human Sciences Network Conference
Circle of Influence: Discovery, Scholarship and Engagement through the Human Sciences

Join your colleagues in New Orleans!
Tuesday, April 21, 2009 2:00 PM -
Friday, April 24, 2009 12:00 PM (Central Time)

Hampton Inn Convention Center
1201 Convention Center Blvd.
New Orleans, LA 70130

Map and Directions
Your $300.00 registration includes:
  • Tuesday Jazz and Jambalaya Dinner
  • Lunches and Snack Breaks Wed and Thurs
  • Thursday Awards Reception

Final Agenda

Awards
NFSEE Student of Excellence in Family Science
H. Marissa Stone, University of Georgia

Extension Family Science Team
Lynette Black, Oregon State University
Pamela Powell, University of Nevada Reno
Marilyn Smith, University of Nevada Reno

Kobbe Innovation Award
Suzanna Smith, University of Florida

Career Retrospective Award
Mary Brintnall-Peterson, University of Wisconsin

Accommodations: Hampton Inn Convention Center

Optional Service Day (Monday, April 20):

  • Participate in the Habitat for Humanity St. Bernard Parish Community Build and enjoy a $99 room rate Sunday and/or Monday (ONLY) at the Hampton Inn - Downtown/ French Quarter. Email or call Cheri Gioe 225.578.3329 to RSVP for the build and/or your hotel room.

Optional Networking and Entertainment (Wednesday, April 22 - cost):

  • Natchez Steamboat Cruise ($58.00 payable at the boarding dock) -Network, dine, and dance on the mighty Mississippi, aboard an authentic paddle boat from 6 - 9 PM. The cruise starts at Jax and heads down the river to the St. Bernard Battle Ground. A delicious dinner of cajun favorites (fried chicken, red beans and jambalaya) is served while cruise goers enjoy jazz and warm breezes. Don't miss the boat. Email Cheri Gioe to reserve your spot.
  • Jazzin' it up in the Quarter ($10.00 general admission payable at the door) -Enjoy an evening listening to the sweet sounds of the city's jazs musicians at Preservation Hall, the birth place and heart of New Orleans Jazz.
  • A Street Car Named St. Charles ($1.50 each time you board) -Jump on the St. Charles Street Car outside the hotel and tour the beautiful garden district of New Orleans. As you travel up St. Charles you'll revel in the sights, sounds and people of this amazing city. The ride takes you past many historic, beautiful mansions and to the Mississippi River. Hop off anytime to enjoy the tantalizing delicacies of one of the city's many fine restaurants.

 

Contact Information

  • Cheri Gioe, Conference co-chair, 225.578.3329

Payment Instructions

  • Click on the Register Now button using your American Express, Discover, Master Card, or Visa.


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