Deadline Extended: Faxon Institute Publisher/Library Colloquium Susan Hillson 13 Jan 1997 16:05 UTC
*********************************************************************** DEADLINE EXTENDED UNTIL JANUARY 24TH FOR THE FAXON INSTITUTE LIBRARY/PUBLISHER COLLOQUIUM!!! *********************************************************************** *** Question: What do noted paleontologist Stephen Jay Gould, Educom President Robert C. Heterick, Jr., and National Public Radio journalist Robert Siegel have in common? *** Answer: They are all participating in The Faxon Institute's Colloquium on Scholarly Communications Issues on February 12 and 13, 1997, at the historic Mayflower Hotel in Washington, D.C. The Colloquium on Scholarly Communications is a unique opportunity for publishing executives and library decision makers to participate directly in an engaging, face-to-face discussion on key issues facing the information industry today, including: *** the new role of electronic publishing in the creation and distribution of scholarly information *** the future of paper-based journals in the new millennium *** the future of copyright law and licensing initiatives in the electronic age *** the economics of scholarly information in the electronic environment Library administrators and publishers will have the chance to talk directly with each other in a unique, moderated discussion format. Highlights of the program include: *** An opening reception and dinner on Wednesday, February 12, featuring a keynote address by acclaimed scientist, author, and lecturer, Stephen Jay Gould. *** A full day, on Thursday, February 13, of discussions between participating publishers and librarians, moderated by Robert C. Heterick, Jr., President of Educom, and Robert Siegel, co-host of National Public Radio's popular news program, "All Things Considered." Attendees who register before January 24th will be able to participate in one of four round table discussions and observe the other three round tables from the audience. If you interested in attending this exciting two-day event, please send a request for a registration form to: colloq@faxon.com. You can also make hotel reservations directly with the Renaissance Mayflower Hotel for both the Colloquium and ALA Midwinter and receive the low conference rate of $141.00/single or $156.00/double per night. Or, if you indicate on your ALA housing form that you are attending the Colloquium, ALA will assign you the Mayflower for the duration of the conference. See the ALA registration form or call the Mayflower directly at: 202-347-3000. The fee for this event is $295.00. Don't miss this unique opportunity to exchange viewpoints and ideas with other important decision makers on critical issues that will affect the future of the information industry.