NABGG (Nat’l Assoc. of Black Geologists & Geophysicists) 23rd Annual Conference 9/15 - 9/18, 2004 -
The NABGG (National Association of Black Geologists and
Geophysicists) will hold it’s 23rd annual conference on
Wednesday, September 15 - Saturday, September 18, 2004.
HOUSTON, TX (PRWEB) August 18, 2004 — Please plan to join us,
as we convene our 23rd annual meeting that will be held in
Austin, Texas with the University of Texas at Austin serving as
the host institution. Heralding excellent research and
technology, the University of Texas at Austin’s Geoscience
Department is a world class department that has consistently
produced some of the most influential experts in the field of
geoscience.
This year’s conference theme “Partnering Our Different Worlds”
conveys the concept of the connectivity of the different aspects
of geoscience in our society, including Oil & Gas, Environmental
Sciences, Academia, Professional Societies, and Governmental
Agencies.
Some of the highlights include: Keynote Speakers:
-Dr. Sandra K. Johnson, Manager, IBM Linux Technology Center
-Dr. Jerry Harris, Head of Geophysics Department, Stanford
University -Dr. Edwin Dorn, Dean, Lyndon B. Johnson School of
Public Affairs, University of Texas at Austin. -Dr. William L.
Fisher, Director of the Jackson School of Geosciences,
University of Texas at Austin.
Technical Presentations, Career Fair, Tours, and Community
Service Activities
In addition, many Texas state leaders are expected to attend
this national convention. The convention promises to be an
exciting one, so please begin planning to join us. We hope to
see you in Austin!
About NABGG NABGG strives to increase minority representation in
the geosciences through partnerships with academia and by
mentoring undergraduate as well as graduate students. We are
committed to the continuous training and development of aspiring
and practicing geoscientists.
Visit NABGG online: www.nabgg.org
NABGG 4212 San Felipe, Suite 420 Houston, Texas 77027-2902
nabgg_us@hotmail.com
No Comments
No comments yet.
Sorry, the comment form is closed at this time.
