“LET'S TALK!” A Night of Converstation...

 

This event has raised more than $100,000 in two years for the Elliott T. Bowers Honors College student scholarships and operating expenses. More than 250 alumni, friends and community leaders each year have gathered for good food and stimulating discussion on the campus of Sam Houston State University.



April 8, 2010

6:00 p.m. VIP Reception

(Sponsors and Conversation Leaders)

6:30 p.m. Cocktails
7:00 p.m. Dinner and Conversation
Lowman Student Center Ballroom

LET'S TALK! is an annual event for Sam Houston State University. Twenty-four renowned experts covering twenty-four engaging topics will come together for a rare evening filled with lively, entertaining and challenging dinner conversation. This is an exclusive opportunity to share ideas within a small group facilitated by a notable host whose passion and in-depth knowledge of the discussion topic will inspire and provide ideas long after the evening is concluded. Guests at the 2009 LET'S TALK! were enthralled by the unique opportunity to actively participate in discussions lead by knowledgable and inspiring leaders covering a wide range of engaging topics.

Be among the first to participate in this unique and exclusive event. Choice of conversation topics is based on level of sponsorship and early registration. Seating is limited.

Let's Talk! A Night of Conversation  - 2010 Event Advisory Board
Nancy Gaertner, Chair
Jane Monday, Co-Chair
James Bankhead, Chair, School of Music
James Bexley, Smith-Hutson Chair of Banking

Carol Smith, School of Music
Mac Woodward, Curator of Collections, Sam Houston Museum

Maria Thodos McIver
Gene Young, Director, Honors College

Academic Deans:

Genevieve Brown, College of Education

Jaimie Hebert, College of Ars and Sciences

John deCastro, College of Humanities and Social Sciences

Mitchell Muehsam, College of Business Administration

Vincent Webb, College of Criminal Justice

Ex-officio Members: Maggie Collum, Ann O'Meara, Thelma Mooney, Maria Holmes, Lorri Vickers Jones

Sponsorship commitment is needed by February 17, 2010 for inclusion in the invitations and March 1, 2010 for inclusion in promotional materials. Sponsorships are available at the following levels:

Platinum $25,000
Gold $10,000
Silver $5,000
Bronze $2,500

Honors Student Sponsorship Tickets $100
Individual Event Tickets $100

About the Evening

All proceeds will fund scholarships, instructional support, and operating expenses for the students in the Elliott T. Bowers Honors College. All contributions over the value of this event ($50.00) are tax deductible.

For information about the event, contact Maggie Collum, Office of the President, (936) 294-3415 or mcollum@shsu.edu. And for more information about purchasing tickets or sponsorships, please contact Lorri Vickers Jones, University Advancement Office, (936) 294-2402 or lvjones@shsu.edu.

“Wisdom begins in Wonder.” - Socrates