April 8, 2009
Lyndon State College
Request for Proposals
Due: November 15, 2008
Email completed form (you can use this announcement, printed out, or ask us to e-mail one to you) to: nikki.vendituoli@lyndoninstitute.org
Sponsored by the Vermont Women’s History Project (Vermont Commission on Women), and Lyndon State College, LSC Women’s Group, with collaboration from the Fairbanks Museum and the Grace Stuart Orcutt Library (St. Johnsbury Academy).
Vermont’s history is built upon the rich and varied experiences of its women and men, young and old. It’s time to celebrate their, and our, stories. This conference is for grades 9 – 12. We’re especially interested in proposals about women and other new areas of research. This conference will help educate Northeast Kingdom youth about Vermont history through a fun, interactive, reflective day featuring thoughtful speakers and workshops. We’re looking for the following:
• Workshops
• Dramatic performances
• Research or stories
Suggested Title:
Presenter(s) (Please list the contact person first):
Name Phone Email Institution & Mailing Address
Options for Presentation Length: ___ 45 minutes in morning ___ 45 minutes in afternoon ___ 1 ½ hours total in morning
Preferred Maximum Workshop Size: ____ Appropriate for what grade level(s): ____
Workshop Description (125 word maximum – can be workshops, dramatic presentations, research and stories):
Please indicate the equipment you will need for your session.
You will need to bring your own computer.
___ Computer hookup for PC ___ Internet connection
___ Computer hookup for Mac ___ VCR
___ LCD projector ___ Overhead projector
___ Screen ___ Other: __________________________
Special considerations (Please note any other room considerations we should know about for planning purposes):
Please complete and return this form by email to Nikki.Vendituoli@lyndoninstitute.org. For additional information, please contact Beth Kanell at BethPoet@aol.com or Judith Irving at Judith.Irving@state.vt.us.
NOTE: Some travel funds will be available and will be announced when proposals are accepted. If you must have an honorarium in order to be able to attend, please check here: _______
Someone from the My Story Matters committee will contact you by the end of November to inform you of the status of your proposal. This committee reserves the right to make minor editing changes to your proposal.
Thank you for your interest and submitting your proposal!
