Summer 2024
Climate Change Curriculum Planning Meeting
August 8 and 9, 2024
Portland, Oregon
Overview
In February 2024, we brought together the experience and expertise of representatives from the Pacific Islands and Tribal nations, climate scientists, educators, curriculum developers, and local Hawai'i youth. We began exploring the framework for the climate change curriculum lessons. During the summer planning meeting, we will continue developing a framework and determining these lessons' essential components.
Thursday, August 8 from 9:00am-4:00pm
Friday, August 9 from 9:00am-4:00pm
Details Coming Soon
The Nines Hotel
525 SW Morrison St
Portland, Oregon 97204
► Check in time 4pm
Parking: The closest parking is the Alder Street Parking Garage located at 615 SW Alder Street.
OSU Portland Center
Pioneer Room, second floor
555 SW Morrison St
Portland, Oregon 97204
Walking Directions
The Nines Hotel is about 100 steps away from the OSU Portland Center. The hotel and the venue are on the same block in the Meier & Frank Building. However, you must exit the hotel and re-enter the building down the block.
Walking Directions:
- Once you exit the Nines, turn right.
- Pass the “Google Portland” window display. There will be two sets of double glass doors; both sides are marked with the address number 555. This is the entrance to the OSU Portland Center.
- Enter the building by using your emailed security code.
- Take the elevators to the second floor. The Pioneer Room will be on your left as you exit the elevator.
Parking
The closest parking to the meeting venue is the Alder Street Parking Garage located at 615 SW Alder Street. Parking validations are available if you are not staying at the hotel, and are only valid at the Alder Street Parking Garage.
Cars and Taxis
From the Airport: PDX is an easy airport to navigate and (without traffic) is about a 20 minute Uber/Lyft ride ($40) (follow the signs from baggage claim to Rideshare Area). Alternatively, the MAX ($2.80) will drop you off one block from the hotel and is about a 45 minute ride.
Arriving by Car: There are many parking garages within a block or two from the Nines Hotel. The Alder Street Parking Garage is the closest and cost $32 for overnight parking. The Nines valet parking is $63/day. Daily parking validation is available. If you only need a day pass, please let Anaïs know.
Who's Coming?
- Anaïs Alexander: YEA-CN Events and Marketing Coordinator, Oregon State University
- Kristi Backe: Curriculum and Professional Development Coordinator, Oregon State University
- Tayna Belyeu-Camacho, Advisory Committee (Northern Marianas): Family, Community, and Youth Development Program Leader, Northern Marianas College
- Spirit Brooks: Director of Outdoor School, Oregon State University
- Nicole Cobb, Writing Team Leader (Tennessee): Expertise in curriculum development, counseling, social & emotional learning, and culturally responsive pedagogy, Vanderbilt University
- Kristopher Elliott: Interim Vice Provost for Extension and Engagement, Interim Director of OSU Extension
- Deb Fassnacht, Writing Team Leader (Montana): Expertise in curriculum development with the Watershed Education Network and Montana Indian Education Project
- Yasmeen Hossain: Oregon Natural Resources Program Coordinator, Oregon State University
- Celeste Janssen: 4-H Positive Youth Development Research Coordinator, Oregon State University
- Molly Lagai, Advisory Committee (American Samoa): Extension Program Coordinator, American Samoa Community College
- Amelia Marchand, Advisory Committee (O‘ahu): Interim Senior Tribal Climate Resilience Liaison, Affiliated Tribes of Northwest Indians,
- Beth Marino, Advisory Committee (Oregon): Associate Professor of Anthropology and National Climate Assessment Committee, Oregon State University- Cascades
- LeeAnn Mikkelson: Director of Oregon Natural Resources Education Program, Oregon State University
- Angie Morrill: Director of Native American and Tribal Programs, Oregon State University
- Chaney Mosley, Writing Team Leader (Tennessee): Expertise in STEM education with a focus on underrepresented minorities in agriculture, Middle Tennessee State University
- Tina Mueller, Advisory Committee (Honolulu): 4-H Military Program Coordinator, University of Hawai’i Manoa
- Jason O’Brien: Master Naturalist Program Coordinator, Oregon State University
- Shephali Patel, Writing Team Leader (Washington): Expertise in climate-informed agroecological production and education, including developing training programs for youth and BIPOC farmers
- Belisario Nigenda Pérez: YEA-CN Program Manager, Oregon State University
- Eric Scheuering: YEA Climate Change Curriculum Coordinator, Oregon State University
- Erika Strong: Facilitator, The Interaction Institute for Social Change
- Rebecca Symons: Administrative Assistant to the Associate Director of Extension and the Associate Vice Provost for Engagement, Oregon State University
For those interested in a fun event on Thursday night, join me at Sauvie Island for dinner and music at Topaz Farm. The artist is Riley Downing and the Talbott Brothers. Tickets are known to sell out, so advance purchase is recommended.
Bring a blanket or lawn chair to enjoy live music on the farm, surrounded by farm animals, u-pick fields, market bar, and grill. Come early to enjoy the 130 acre farm just 20 minutes from downtown Portland. There will be fresh grilled farm food, craft beverages, and more.
The farm entrance, bar and grill will open at 5:00 p.m. and the shows start at 6:30 p.m.
Portland is a city with a creative, counter-culture vibe. It has a mindful community dedicated to sustainability, innovation, and accessibility all year round.
Portland is a vibrant city filled with lively food markets, serene parks, and endless outdoor adventures.
Portland is a renowned culinary destination, offering a variety of restaurants to fit any budget, location or cuisine preference.
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