AMATYC has planned for conference attendees a symposium that includes several events, all scheduled in the Center Forum in the Millennium Hotel in Minneapolis. Begin the day with a featured 50-minute presentation titled “MAC & QL: Many Interpretations and Multiple Collegiate Strategies” (S39). On Friday at 11:45 am a two-hour workshop titled “MAC & QL: Many Strategies for Your Consideration” (Y1) will offer limited seating and will feature activities and strategies to implement MAC/QL at the course, departmental, and institutional levels.

Don’t miss the all new component of this symposium, the poster session (Y2) that will include display and discussion of posters created by participants at recent MAC/QL institutes. These posters provide creative visual images of mathematics across the curriculum. An informal setting will allow you to browse through the posters, visiting with each poster presenter.

Participation in AMATYC academic committees provides members with opportunities to learn more about an area of interest and share expertise with others. Committees develop position statements, work on projects, and serve in an advisory role to the AMATYC Executive Board and the Delegate Assembly. Each committee meets at least once during the annual conference. Committee meetings are open to all interested individuals. Use these opportunities to become more involved in AMATYC. Check the program listing for the scheduled times of committee meetings.

Contact the chair of a committee that interests you for advance information about committee activities at the conference. AMATYC committees are very active and complete much of their work at the annual conference. The committees listed here welcome your participation and input.

Developmental Mathematics
Jack Rotman, rotmanj@lcc.edu

Distance Learning
Mary Beth Orrange, orrange@ecc.edu

Faculty Development
Ernie Danforth, danforth_e@corning-cc.edu

Placement and Assessment
Ed Gallo, ed.gallo@sinclair.edu

Program/Curriculum Issues
Darlene Winnington, dwinning@dtcc.edu

Technical Mathematics/AAS Programs
Jesse Williford, ljwillif@waketech.edu

Technology in Mathematics Education
Frank Wilson, frank.wilson@cgcmail.maricopa.edu

Themed Sessions

There are four themed sessions beginning on Thursday with the return of “Math on the Web” presented by the Distance Learning Committee. Topics this year include the use of discussion forums, strategies to improve retention, blogging, online projects, and department support for online instruction. Also on Thursday the Placement and Assessment Committee will sponsor “Placement and Assessment – Using Ideas from Beyond Crossroads.” In this themed session nine speakers will present strategies they’ve developed and challenges they’ve addressed.

On Friday, “Implementing Beyond Crossroads” features seven presentations that will explore strategies to improve student achievement. Another option on Friday is “Successful Activities/Projects in Teacher Preparation.” This themed session includes the use of geometry, data collection, problem-solving, Venn Diagrams, probability, statistics and more in the teacher preparation classroom.

Take advantage of two specially designed sessions organized and presented by members of the AMATYC Executive Board. These sessions will answer your questions about AMATYC and assist you in making the most of the professional development opportunities that are available to you during the conference and throughout the year.

On Thursday at 8:15 am, Jim Roznowski and Ruth Collins will host“AMATYC 101—Enhancing Your First Conference Experience.” If you are new to AMATYC or attending your first conference, join Jim and Ruth to learn how to maximize your conference experience.

On Friday at 1:00 pm catch “AMATYC 201—Professional Opportunities Through AMATYC” presented by Mary Robinson and Peter Wildman. Learn about the work of AMATYC’s committees, discuss professional development opportunities, and find out how to get more involved in AMATYC.

Bring your questions, meet new friends, and learn about the benefits available to you through your membership in AMATYC.

The always exciting Grand Opening of the exhibit area will take place in the Hyatt Regency Minneapolis on Thursday evening, November 1, at 4:30 pm. Explore the latest textbooks, videos, calculators, software, distance learning courseware, and much more. Enter drawings for prizes and meet the exhibitors simultaneously by finding answers to exhibitor questions about new products and trivia.

Take advantage of dedicated time to visit exhibitors. AMATYC is pleased to feature our exhibitors on Friday from 9:45 am–10:30 am and Saturday from 10:00 am–10:45 am. This dedicated time will allow you to visit the exhibits without missing sessions. Exhibitors are eager to meet you, discuss your needs, and demonstrate products and services that can provide you with solutions to your classroom needs.

Two forums will be held Thursday, November 1. Everyone is invited to participate by attending one or both of these and providing valuable suggestions and insight to guide AMATYC.

Hyatt Regency Minneapolis, Greenway G
Moderator: Frank Wilson, TiME Committee Chair
7:00 pm - 7:30 pm

This is the second and final hearing for the proposed position statement“The Use of Technology in Mathematics Education.” This will be the last opportunity for the membership to provide input on this position statement prior to the vote in the Delegate Assembly on Saturday afternoon.

Hyatt Regency Minneapolis, Greenway G
Moderator: Jim Trefzger, Delegate Assembly Task Force Chair
7:30 pm - 8:00 pm

This forum provides an opportunity for members to offer input on the structure and role of the Delegate Assembly, as well as on the responsibilities of the delegates. The Delegate Assembly Task Force will use the input to advise the Constitution and Bylaws Committee and the Executive Board.

On Thursday beginning at 8:30 pm AMATYC illusionist, Phil Cheifetz, will amaze you with his special magic! For a fun evening with the Master of Magic, purchase your tickets early at $35 each. With limited seating for the show, tickets will go fast.

As with any AMATYC Foundation event, your ticket purchases are taxdeductible donations (to the extent provided by law) to the AMATYC Foundation. The AMATYC Foundation uses these funds to support AMATYC projects.

Get to know the people and activities in your region, and interact with your Regional Vice President on Friday, November 2, at 7:45 am while enjoying a continental breakfast that includes juice, fruit, muffins, coffee, and tea. We ask thatyou limit your portion size until all of your colleagues have been served.

Network with colleagues from colleges and AMATYC affiliates in your region. Take advantage of this opportunity to express your views to your state and affiliate delegates regarding Delegate Assembly issues. Your attendance at the meeting of your region is strongly encouraged.

Join your colleagues for an entertaining evening on Friday at 8:00 pm. Local Minnesota jazz ensembles will begin the evening followed by a performance of Calculus: The Musical! For a fun evening purchase your tickets early for $25 each. With a limited number of tickets available, you will want to order yours before they run out!

This event is being presented by MinnMATYC and the AMATYC Foundation. As with any AMATYC Foundation event, your ticket purchases are tax-deductible donations (to the extent provided by law) to the AMATYC Foundation. The AMATYC Foundation uses these funds to support AMATYC projects.