10th Annual WALL Conference
Check back in mid August for more details
A review of last years conference
WALL or the Wisconsin Association of Lifelong Learning is composed of all learning
in retirement organizations affiliated with or sponsored by post secondary organizations.
The WALL conference, formerly the Statewide LIR Conference, provides an opportunity
for members of the many learning in retirement organizations throughout the state
to come together to share ideas and experiences.
The 2007 conference will be held at UWSP, Wisconsin's natural resources and wellness
campus. Our keynote speakers are local experts who will highlight these two topics.
Return for more complete details throughout the fall.
WALL Conference Schedule
Thursday Evening Keynote Presentation
Smokey: Advocate for People, Not Bears
Alan Haney, PhD, Emeritus Professor of Forestry
In 2007, we are witnessing one of the "worst" wildfire years in recent
history, as measured in acres burned, suppression costs, and loss of property. We
tend to view loss of property or timber value, and aesthetics. This perspective
was greatly promoted by the U.S. Forest Service and the highly successful Smokey
the Bear campaign that continues, albeit much reduced. When examined from a more
objective, ecological perspective, the benefits of wildfire greatly exceed the negatives.
This illustrated presentation examines the ecology of wildfire and presents the
case that our anthropocentric perspective often clouds a more balanced understanding
of nature where even bears are benefactors of fire.
Friday Afternoon Keynote Presentation
TBA
Friday Breakout Sessions
- Session 1 (9:10 - 10:00 am)
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U.S Diplomatic Challenges
Making the Case: Fundraising and Grant Writing
Your Best Classes - Roundtable Discussion
- Session 2 (10:10 - 11:00 am)
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Un-Learning in Retirement
Financial Models for Learning in Retirement
Your Best Trip and Travel Offering - Roundtable
- Session 3 (1:10 - 2:00 pm)
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Grandparenting in the 21st Century
Promotion & Recruitment for Your LIR
Opportunities with DVD Classes
Presidents and Liaisons Meeting (2:10 - 3:10 pm)
Topics will future WALL conference locations and LIR liability issues. If you have
an agenda item for this meeting please contact Jennifer Hess at 715-346-2740.
Registration & Pricing:
Please register by October 19, 2007.
Registration form and brochure coming soon.
Full conference registration includes Thursday dinner, Friday lunch and breakout
sessions. The hotel offers a continental breakfast.
Received on or before October 5th
$60 Full Conference (with early-registration discount)
Received After October 5th
$80 Full Conference
$20 Thursday Dinner & Speaker Only
Lodging
A block of rooms is available at the Stevens Point County Springs Hotel. To reserve
your room, call 800-998-2311 and mention the WALL conference.
Single/Double Occupancy: $62