CALL FOR PROPOSALS Building the Museum Association of Midwest Museums (AMM)/ Wisconsin Federation of Museums (WFM) (www.midwestmuseums.org <http://www.midwestmuseums.org>) (www.wisconsinmuseums.org <http://www.wisconsinmuseums.org>) <<...OLE_Obj...>> <<...OLE_Obj...>> 2003 Joint Annual Conference November 5- 8, 2003 Milwaukee, Wisconsin Workshops*Roundtables*Panels*Debates* Relevant^Worthwhile^Energizing^Balanced^Educational Participatory^Practical^Memorable^Accessible^Motivational Networking opportunities* Museum visits*Impressive Keynote speakers *Resource Hall exhibits and demonstrations* * "Building the Museum" theme pertains to building audiences, endowment, membership, programs, partnerships, expertise, boards, trust, opportunities, bridges, collections, capital, relevance, exhibits, professions, relationships, networks, facilities, virtual museums, communities, staff, and more! Sessions provide an opportunity for museum professionals from museums and related institutions of all sizes, types, and backgrounds to examine how others in the profession solve problems, develop programs and exhibits, and collaborate. We invite proposals that examine different points of view, involve innovative thinking, and take new approaches to problems. If you'd like to tackle this theme or propose a topic of your own, we invite you to submit a proposal. Presenters should represent a variety of museums, disciplines, and a diversity of museum sizes. Speakers outside of the industry are encouraged to submit proposals. Additional conference information can be downloaded from the AMM and WFM web sites. Submission deadline: January 10, 2003 Mail or e-mail your proposal to: Dawn Scher Thomae, AMM Program Co-Chair, MPM, 800 W. Wells Street, Milwaukee, WI 53233 [log in to unmask] <mailto:[log in to unmask]> (414) 278-6157 2003 Joint Conference*Building the Museum *Nov. 5-8, 2003*Milwaukee, Wisconsin Association of Midwest Museums (AMM) /Wisconsin Federation of Museums (WFM) Call for Proposals-------(Deadline: January 10, 2003) Title of proposal: _________________________________________________________ Author of proposal: _______________________________________________________ Institution: ______________________________________________________________ Address: ________________________________________________________________ E-mail: _____________________ Tel. # ___________________ Fax: ____________ Please circle or underline the session format type and length of session below: *Roundtable: led by one or two leaders, offer informal discussion on specific issues. Because group participation is essential, session leaders must apply techniques to stimulate dialogue. (1.25 or 2.5 hr.) *Workshop: teaches specific skills in group settings. Experts use active learning methods and techniques. Fees may be charged to cover material costs. Enrollment is limited. (half or full day) *Debate: requires dealing with a subject head on. Be sure to get quick thinkers with well-developed ideas (1.25 or 2.5 hr.) *Panels: of two or more speakers offer different perspectives on professional problems and issues. Each session must have a chair who introduces speakers, moderates discussion, and keeps the session on schedule. Try to include panelists from a variety of museum sizes and types. (1.25 hour) *Other (e.g. - interview) please explain:_____________________________________________ (Panels are the most often used format but are not always very effective, especially if they run long and leave no time for discussion. Think about other formats appropriate to the needs of our colleagues. Be creative and combine more than one format if you'd like!) Session tracks: This session relates to (circle, bold, or highlight all that apply) [Feel free to add a category to list]: "Building the Museum" theme Education/Programs Professional development Administration/Management Evaluation Publications Archives/Libraries Ethics Security/Facilities Audience Development Exhibits Small Museums Collections/Registration Finance Special Events Conservation Governance Technology Curation Human Resources Tribal/Ethnic Museums Development/Fundraising Marketing/P.R Membership Visitor Services Directors/CEOs Museum Shops/Product Development Volunteers Diversity and Access Museum Studies On a separate piece of paper, please submit the following: Session description : 100 words or less; will be used in preliminary program; consider focus and intent of proposal, relationship to theme, and overall objectives you wish to achieve. Also note if this session is sponsored by a Standing Professional Committee. List of additional presenters: include names, institutions, addresses, phones, faxes, and e-mails PLEASE NOTE: All presenters are expected to register for the conference. No exceptions are allowed. AMM does not pay for travel expenses or stipends for session speakers. Return forms to: Dawn Scher Thomae, Program Co-Chair, MPM, 800 W. Wells St., Milwaukee, WI 53233 [log in to unmask] <mailto:[log in to unmask]> (414) 278-6157 fax: (414) 278-6100 ========================================================= Important Subscriber Information: The Museum-L FAQ file is located at http://www.finalchapter.com/museum-l-faq/ . You may obtain detailed information about the listserv commands by sending a one line e-mail message to [log in to unmask] . The body of the message should read "help" (without the quotes). If you decide to leave Museum-L, please send a one line e-mail message to [log in to unmask] . The body of the message should read "Signoff Museum-L" (without the quotes).