The Fourth International Congress of Qualitative Inquiry will take place at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign from May 14-18, 2008. The theme of the Congress, building on previous Congresses, is Ethics, Evidence and Social Justice. The Fourth Congress will offer the international community of qualitative research scholars the opportunity to engage in debate on ethical, epistemological, methodological and social justice issues. In these changing times, there are attempts to impose uniform bio-medical ethical standards on qualitative research. There are also increasing efforts to judge qualitative research in terms of experimental, or so-called scientifically-based criteria. The politics of evidence and ethics carries important implications for how qualitative research is used in the pursuit of social justice issues.
Participants will explore the relationship between these three terms and what these relationships mean for qualitative inquiry in this new century. If we as qualitative researchers do not take control of these terms for ourselves, someone else will.
The Society for Research on Biological Rhythms was formed in 1987 to promote the advancement of basic and applied research in all aspects of biological rhythms, to disseminate the important results of that research among scientists, to the agencies that fund research and to the general public, to enhance the education and training of students and researchers in the field and to foster interdisciplinary communication.
Biennial meetings provide an environment for the exchange of ideas during scheduled scientific sessions, as well as during informal gatherings.
Join leading University of Illinois scholars and distinguished faculty members for an in-depth exploration of issues facing our nation and the world during the 2008 presidential election year. Each day participate in informative lectures and lively discussions about topics of national and international importance. Engage in thoughtful dialog on the tough choices in domestic and international issues such as economics, public social policy, global climate change, terrorism and international relations.
Whether you are conservative or liberal or somewhere in between, you are sure to come away from this investigation of timely topics with a greater understanding of what it means to live in our ever-shrinking global society.
The scientific program for Relaxin 2008 consists of international researchers with their focus on relaxin, the relaxin-like peptides, their receptors and actions. The program will be organized by topics and posters, which will be structured around both invited speakers and oral presentations of selected, high quality submitted abstracts.
For those who already filled out the response form or communicated with the convener directly, please go to the registration page which also has important information regarding travel and lodging.
This weekend adventure in the "Windy City" will give you a taste of its historical, architectural, cultural, and culinary highlights. The June 27 - 30 session will feature docent-led visits to three ethnic neighborhoods to immerse you in the history and culture of the citys distinctive ethnic communities. The August 29 - 31 session will include an evening of performances at the annual Chicago Jazz Festival.
This conference focuses on the causes, development, and maintenance / rehabilitation of pavement cracking, as well as techniques for abating pavement cracking. It will include contributions on theoretical modeling, experimental research, and case history studies on cracks in flexible, rigid, and composite pavements
Project Lead The Way is all about teaching and learning. The hands-on, project and problem-based PLTW approach adds rigor to traditional technical programs and relevance to traditional academics.
For students interested in engineering, biomechanics, aeronautics, and other applied math and science arenas, PLTW is an exciting portal into these industries.
This weekend adventure in the "Windy City" will give you a taste of its historical, architectural, cultural, and culinary highlights. The June 27 - 30 session will feature docent-led visits to three ethnic neighborhoods to immerse you in the history and culture of the citys distinctive ethnic communities. The August 29 - 31 session will include an evening of performances at the annual Chicago Jazz Festival.
This popular choral workshop will have you singing and performing music! In between rehearsals, youll study the work of great American musician and composer George Gershwin through his great scores: Girl Crazy, Porgy & Bess, Rhapsody in Blue, An American in Paris, and Concerto in F.
Project Lead The Way is all about teaching and learning. The hands-on, project and problem-based PLTW approach adds rigor to traditional technical programs and relevance to traditional academics.
For students interested in engineering, biomechanics, aeronautics, and other applied math and science arenas, PLTW is an exciting portal into these industries.
Examine the works of America's most historically popular writer in the context of his fascinating biography and events that shaped American life at the fin de sicle. Explore what made him unique. Experience Twain's Mississippi River home site and enjoy a riverboat cruise near Hannibal, Missouri.
This weekend adventure in the "Windy City" will give you a taste of its historical, architectural, cultural, and culinary highlights. The June 27 - 30 session will feature docent-led visits to three ethnic neighborhoods to immerse you in the history and culture of the citys distinctive ethnic communities. The August 29 - 31 session will include an evening of performances at the annual Chicago Jazz Festival.
Experience Chicago up close and personal by "walking the city" tour its neighborhoods, landmarks, parks, public spaces, and cultural venues. Along with on-foot exploration, this program will illuminate this great cosmopolitan city via public transportation and water travel.
University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics; Society of Pediatric Cardiology Training Program Directors; Children's Memorial Hospital
This intensive and comprehensive course is designed to strengthen knowledge and skills in the subspecialty of pediatric cardiology. The intended audiences includes pediatric cardiologists completing training and seeking board certification, established pediatric cardiologist seeking an update in the specialty and/or preparing for recertification, adult cardiologists treating patients with congenital heard disease, and pediatricians with an interest in pediatric cardiology.
Policy makers and scientists will facilitate a healthy exchange on the services of rivers and watersheds. Presenters include Kazimierz Banasik, dean of the Warsaw Agricultural University's School of Environmental Engineering; J. B. Ruhl, Matthews & Hawkins Professor of Property Law at Florida State University College of Law and co-author of The Law and Policy of Ecosystem Services; and John Marlin, Senior Scientist in the Illinois Department of Natural Resources' Waste Management and Research Center and creator of the world-acclaimed Mud to Parks Project.
Attending delegates will take home an improved understanding of ecosystem services and how policies are formed to create mechanisms that will adequately quantify environmental value.
The Institute is a four and a half day program, which is planned to fulfill requirements for certification from the International Institute of Municipal Clerks. As always, the goal of the program is to help you learn more about public administration and local government, and assist you to achieve being the best Municipal Clerk you can be.
Dressed up in their holiday best, the Windy Citys buildings, storefronts, museums, and streets are a festive wonderland. Discover the Loop and city highlights on a Chicago Trolley ride before experiencing Chicagos yuletide delights.
