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ARCUS is pleased to announce the continuation of the Arctic Visiting
Speakers' Series, funded by the National Science Foundation Office of
Polar Programs.

The Arctic Visiting Speakers' Series sponsors distinguished arctic
researchers and experts on the Arctic to visit academic institutions,
community organizations, and elementary and secondary schools for
seminars, lectures, and discussions.

This program provides support for organizations to engage in and foster
arctic science education on the local level. The program is intended to:

  • Increase communication and collaboration among the dispersed arctic
    research community,
  • Nurture better understanding and communication among arctic
    researchers and arctic community residents, and
  • Improve the general public's understanding of the importance of
    arctic research.

Organizations that are interested in hosting a visiting speaker in 2001
should submit an application by 30 April, 30 July, or 30 October 2001.

Individuals interested in becoming part of the Arctic Visiting Speakers
Bureau may submit an application at any time.

All forms and applications are available on the ARCUS web site at:
http://www.arcus.org

Further information about the program can be found at our web site or by
contacting Janet Warburton at: janet [at] arcus.org at ARCUS.

ARCUS would like to thank the National Science Foundation, Office of
Polar Programs for making these educational endeavors possible. We also
want to thank speakers and host institutions for their productive
participation in 2000, the first year of the series.