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Connecting Knowledge with a
Growing World
It's hard for us to be silent - in five years, the Office of International Programs’ (OIP) silent auction has raised more than $17,000 to support the connection of plant pathologists worldwide! The money was raised to create the new Global Experience Program, aimed at helping APS plant pathologists work with scientists and extension personnel in developing countries in training and outreach efforts. In 2009 the first awards were given to support two workshops, “A workshop in Bolivia on statistics in plant disease epidemiology and agriculture” and “Plant parasitic nematode identification workshop,” held in Guatamala.
Your support is once again requested to help OIP gather fun and unique items from around the world to create this fantastic silent auction, held during the annual meeting. Have you found beautiful silk scarves in Asia? Or earrings in Africa? How about wine ing Europe? Popular items in the past have been jewelry, fabrics, wood carvings, wine, regional food specialties, or other treats from around the world. Donations may be in the form of crafts, artworks, tools, books, services, or other items that reflect your culture or cultures you have visited. Please fill out a donation form to accompany your donation.
Sponsorships are also being sought. If you company would like to sponsor this important event, please download the sponsorship form.
This year's silent auction will be held Sunday, August 9, from Noon to 6:00 p.m. during the 2010 Annual Meeting in Nashville. Donations being brought to the meeting will have to be taken to the registration desk by Noon on Sunday.
Send in your donations today! Contact Annemiek Schilder, OIP Silent Auction chair, or APS staff member Karen Deuschle with questions.
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