healthy people 2020 - Society for Public Health Education

✯ Annual Meeting Highlights ✯
scaling the social ladder - gala opening & book signing
Networking at its peak during SOPHE 61st Meeting Opening Gala
Social, Friday, November 5, 6:00 – 8:00 pm. Chat with colleagues old
and new, dialog with poster presenters, and learn about latest resources
from exhibitors. Purchase special books at discounts (including SOPHE’s
Health Promotion Programs: From Theory to Practice) and have signed by
authors. Enjoy food, fun, and music provided by the Talking Trees,
a theraputic drumming group
sophe awards celebration
Supported by Sage Publications
Join your SOPHE colleagues for an enchanting evening of golden history
in the extraordinary setting of the Denver Art Museum to celebrate
achievements and share accolades. Attendees will feast on gourmet hors
d’oeuvres prepared by nationally renowned chef, Kevin Taylor, and explore
the breathtaking treasures of the nationally traveling exhibit, Tutankhamun:
The Golden King and the Great Pharaohs. You will also discover some of
SOPHE’s best and brightest members as we honor those who have contributed
to the field of health education. Partake in the Awards Afterglow
to personally congratulate and mingle with award winners while enjoying
dessert and coffee. A limited number of tickets are available first-come, first
served ($45) at the SOPHE Registration Desk; don’t wait!
ches continuing education
An application has been submitted to award approximately 20
Continuing Education Contact Hours (CECHs) for certified
health education specialists (CHES). SOPHE, including it chapters, is
a designated multiple-provider of CECHs by the National Commission
for Health Education Credentialing, Inc. Administration fees for continuing
education are included in the conference registration fees.
national prevention and health promotion strategy
listening session
Join your colleagues on Saturday, November 6 from 2:30-3:30 pm in
Colorado E-F in providing feedback on the National Prevention Strategy
framework. Participants will be given a chance to provide comments on
priorities to improve the Nation’s prevention efforts and opportunities to
engage across multiple sectors to advance prevention. This brief session
is a great opportunity to hear about The National Prevention and Health
Promotion Strategy and voice your opinion. CHES credits!
new! poster gallery & poster promenade
View some 40+ posters on display during the conference and interact with
authors at the Gala Opening Social on Friday evening, November 5, 6:00
– 8:00 pm. On Saturday morning from 7:30-8:15 am, participate in our
Poster Promenade, consisting of guided poster tours on select topics. Grab
your java and enjoy the extra debate and dialogue! Choose one of three
groups of posters: College Health, Health Disparities and Web/Internet.
twitter alert!
This conference will feature an opportunity to twitter, enhancing your
professional exchange with other attendees. Share insights, reactions to
speakers, resources, and overall experiences with your SOPHE colleagues.
Visit www.twitter.com/SOPHEtweets, and join in the conversation
by referencing #SOPHE 2010 in your tweets. (Note – participants are
responsible for any individual fees that may apply.)
dine around downtown denver!
Join your colleagues after the Social Gala on Friday for a night out at an
award-winning restaurant in downtown Denver. Choose from seven
incredible restaurants including Italian, Irish, Mexican, and American
cuisine. Prices vary depending on restaurant. Sign-up at Hospitality desk.
sophe all-member business meeting
Grab your box lunch on Saturday, November 6, and attend the SOPHE
All Member business meeting in Colorado G-J. Review SOPHE’s 2010
accomplishments, meet your 2010-11 officers, learn about SOPHE’s 2011-16
strategic plan, and let us know how we can serve you better!
sophe communities of practice roundtables
SOPHE Communities of Practice (CoP) will enjoy the opportunity to
connect with individuals with similar interests. Topics to be included
are the following: Children/Adolescent Health; Medical Care/Patient
Education; Health Communications/Social Marketing; Health Disparities;
Healthy Aging; Emergency Preparedness; Environmental Health;
Worksite Health; Anthropology; International Health; Students/New
professionals; and Faculty. Check out CoP breakfast/lunch meeting times
on program schedule.
ches lounge and clinic - Back by popular demand!
Would you like to know more about the CHES credential and if you are
eligible? Do you have questions about your current CHES credential?
Are you thinking about becoming MCHES? Are you an employer that seeks
to hire a CHES/MCHES? NCHEC staff and board members will be available
on Friday, November 5, from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm to answer your questions.
Anyone and everyone are welcome. Please stop by and learn more!
Located in the Matchless Room, Lower Level 1.
“ask me about my chapter” challenge
Representatives from SOPHE’s Chapters will be wearing
“Ask Me About My Chapter” stickers. Chat with them to
learn more about the Chapter in your area. Be sure to have them
initial your Chapter Challenge card found in your conference bag to
be entered into a drawing for fabulous prizes. You are also invited to
stop by the Chapter Poster Session at the Opening Reception, and visit
the Chapter Table in the Resource Room.
ask me
about my
chapter
sophe snapshot/meeting mentoring program
First-time meeting attendees are invited to the SOPHE Snapshot, Friday,
November 5, 7:00-8:15 am, in Colorado G-J. Enjoy continental breakfast
and learn about SOPHE’s programs and how you can be involved. This
session will also kick off SOPHE’s Meeting Mentoring Program, joining
mentors and protégés over the conference. Watch for participants
wearing red Meeting Mentor lanyards!
resource room - publications mart opportunities
Peruse information, publications, tools, and the latest technological
innovations from an array of organizations and companies, starting on
November 5 located in Room: Colorado A-D.
career resource center
The SOPHE Career Resource Center is a valuable connection of tools,
resources, internships, and employment opportunities in health education,
health promotion and prevention. Be sure to check out the latest job postings
and resumes for candidates in Colorado A-D throughout the conference.
wellness challenge - climbing your way to a healthy summit
The conference sponsors are committed to providing healthy foods and
encouraging healthy behaviors addressing the mind, body and spirit connections.
Join other conferees Friday and Saturday morning for running
and walking groups of varying abilities. Groups depart from the lobby
of the hotel each morning at 7:00 am. Yoga is also available 7:00 am each
morning in the Gold Coin room. In addition, take advantage of the hotel’s
complimentary fitness center and indoor pool. Check out the city’s bike
share program; informational flyer in conference bag. Engage in 30 minutes
or more of exercise daily to be eligible for a raffle with great prizes.
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sophe conference ✯ november 4-6, 2010