The 2008 leadership seminar was held on May 30, 31, and June 1 in El Paso, Texas at the El Paso Community College Administration Center on 9050 Viscount Boulevard. Here is the Future's Kit!
Seminar FAQ:
Q: What kind of program is planned?
A: During your HOBY seminar experience, many dynamic leaders – all volunteers from the fields of business, education, government, and the professions – will address numerous aspects of our changing world and the challenges future leaders will confront. The program will not promote any specific political party, business, religion, or way of thinking, but it is designed to develop an awareness of present and future issues by actively involving seminar participants in discussions and informal debate. You will have the opportunity to ask questions of the discussion leaders throughout the weekend, which leads to a fuller understanding of topics presented.
During the Seminar, it will be determined which two participants (one boy and one girl) will represent Far West Texas at Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership’s World Leadership Congress (WLC) in July 2008.
Q: What are the accommodations like?
A: The Administrative Center will provide us a large facility to conduct the forums as well as breaking out into groups. Participants will be assigned to rooms at the hotel (two per room) on floors reserved exclusively for the seminar. Everyone will receive nutritious breakfasts, lunches, and dinners. Lunch is not served on Friday during registration so make sure you eat before you arrive. A snack area with nutritious snacks and beverages will be available throughout the weekend. The seminar will be chaperoned by qualified men and women facilitators and support staff who will be staying at the facilities 24-hours-a-day.
Q: What if I need to take medication while I am at the seminar?
A: Please provide information about your medication on the Record of Medical History form and bring a doctor’s note with you to the seminar. Make sure to read and comply with HOBY’s Policy for Use of Medication During a HOBY Event. Both documents are included in this packet.
Q: If necessary, how may I be contacted during the seminar?
A: Parents, friends, and family members are discouraged from calling students during the seminar due to the confusion created when meetings are interrupted. Participants, however, may call their parents collect from any pay telephone. In case of emergency, your parent(s) or guardian should call EPCC at (915) 831-2200. They will be able to find us at any time throughout the weekend. You may also call one of the cell numbers listed on the Ambassador Rules and Regulations
Q: Who pays for the seminar?
A: All costs except registration fees ($150.00 per student) and travel expenses to the seminar have been paid by sponsors throughout Far West Texas, that is, businesses, foundations, individuals, and service organizations wishing to support leadership education. The Far West Texas Seminar is coordinated and funded in part by members of the Junior Women’s Club of El Paso and many El Paso Optimist, Lions and Kiwanis clubs. Other civic organizations involved in the seminar are the Military Order of World Wars and General Federation of Women’s Clubs throughout the Far West Texas area.
Q: What should I wear at the seminar?
A: Dress is casual throughout the weekend except for the banquet on Sunday. Young men are expected to wear a nice dress/sport coat and tie. On Saturday you will be asked to wear the HOBY T-shirt which you will receive when you arrive.
Q: What transportation arrangements have been made?
A: We are unable to provide transportation to and from the seminar. If you are arriving via air, train, or bus, please include all details of your itinerary on the travel itinerary form. The seminar staff will ensure you are met and transported safely to the facility.
Q: Whom may I contact should I have additional questions?
A: Additional questions or concerns should be directed to: Pat Randleel; P. O. Box 971594; El Paso, Texas 79997-1594; (915) 543-5761 (M-F, 9:00-6:00); prandlee@epelectric.com
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