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Connecting Knowledge with a Growing World
The Office of International Programs (OIP) is proud to announce the 5th Annual Silent Auction. In four years, this popular addition to the annual meeting has raised nearly $15,000 for “Connecting Knowledge with a Growing World.” In 2008 OIP announced that the proceeds would benefit 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.
Your support is once again requested to help OIP gather fun and unique items from around the world. Have earrings you bought in Indonesia? Or beautiful linens from northern Africa? How about fine crystal from eastern Europe? Popular items in the past have been jewelry, fabrics, fun crafts, wine, chocolate, 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 2, from Noon to 6:00 p.m. during the 2009 Annual Meeting in Portland. 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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