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	Roberta L. Stell Provost, University of Alaska Southeast WCET Steering Committee Chair

Please join us in Denver, November 6–9, 2002, for the WCET 14th Annual Conference. The theme is "e-Learning in Higher Education: Reaching New Heights." This year we have a packed program with great speakers. You’ll have an opportunity to learn about copyright & intellectual property issues; student services issues; coping with budget cuts; policy solutions and new technology applications just to name a few. Plus see a Visible Human! … well almost. Dr. Spitzer, creator of the Visible Human Project, will fascinate us with his three-dimensional, computer-generated atlas of the human body that can be used in hands-on virtual learning.

The keynote speaker, Michael Zastrocky, will discuss new developments in technology for distance learning and trends the Gartner Group has identified. He will be joined by John Haeger, president of Northern Arizona University, who will reflect on the realities of integrating these new technologies and trends into a university that serves students on and off campus. During the Friday luncheon, Ken Klingenstein will show how history repeats itself as the challenges facing current cutting edge networking technologies, whether they be technical or social, are often the same as those faced in implementing previous technologies.

Some new changes in the program format are in store this year, including an additional preconference workshop. One of the three will focus on the creation of Web-based student services. Another will teach attendees how to make their Web sites accessible for students with disabilities. The third will provide an introduction to e-learning for those who are new to the field. This year’s ToolShops have changed title and format. They will now be called Preconference ToolTalks, and they will be held on-site at the hotel. The format will include special sessions with corporate providers who will showcase the best practices of some of their clients. Plus there are more breakout sessions Friday afternoon, so mark the ones you want to attend.

Denver is a great city. The climate is mild and dry, boasting 300 days of sunshine a year – more annual hours than San Diego or Miami Beach. The average high temperature in October is 66 degrees and 52 degrees in November. The Denver area has 450 miles of bike paths, 70 area golf courses (many remain open all year), six walking tours through downtown, plus great dining and shopping. You can also take a tour of the State Capitol and stand on the step that is exactly one mile above sea level; or you can climb to the top of the rotunda to get a great view of Denver and the mountains.

We will be challenged, provoked, informed and entertained. Mark your calendars now to attend this conference and make the most of your limited budget dollars!

Come to Denver in November!