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International Historical Conference: "Poland First to Fight"
We would like to invite you to attend the International Historical Conference entitled “Poland First to Fight.” It will take place at the National Press Club in Washington, DC. from November 18th –20th, 2019. The purpose is to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the outbreak of World War II. The conference will gather historians, journalists, filmmakers, senior officials, museum curators, and publishers. Chair of the Program Committee is Prof. Marek Kornat from the Institute of History of the Polish Academy of Sciences. The war began on September 1, 1939 with the German attack on Poland,…
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Angoff Memorial Lecture: Test-based accountability systems: The importance of paying attention to consequences
Angoff Memorial Lecture: Test-based accountability systems: The importance of paying attention to consequences October 16, 2019 2 p.m. Location: Ballroom This event is open to the public though registration is strongly recommended. Register here. ETS will present its 17th William H. Angoff Memorial Lecture titled, “Test-based accountability systems: The importance of paying attention to consequences,” on Wednesday, October 16 from 2-3:30 p.m. in the Ballroom. A reception will follow in Holeman Lounge. This year’s lecturer, Suzanne Lane, Professor in the Research Methodology Program…
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NPC General Membership Meeting
The National Press Club will hold a general membership meeting for all Club members at noon Friday, Oct. 11, in the conference rooms. Members will receive financial and membership updates. Club leadership will also speak on other matters. The membership will have an opportunity to discuss and vote on the Club's new five-year strategic plan, which is available here. A lunch buffet will be provided. If you can't attend the meeting in person, a live webcast will be available below with login.
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NPC Book & Author Team
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NPC Communicators Team
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International Historical Conference: "Poland First to Fight"
We would like to invite you to attend the International Historical Conference entitled “Poland First to Fight.” It will take place at the National Press Club in Washington, DC. from November 18th –20th, 2019. The purpose is to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the outbreak of World War II. The conference will gather historians, journalists, filmmakers, senior officials, museum curators, and publishers. Chair of the Program Committee is Prof. Marek Kornat from the Institute of History of the Polish Academy of Sciences. The war began on September 1, 1939 with the German attack on Poland,…
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Global Perspectives on Space Law and Policy
On Friday, October 18 from 10:45 am to 5:00 pm to the University of Nebraska College of Law presents the 12th Annual Nebraska Space Law Conference: “Global Perspectives on Space Law and Policy.” Throughout the day, panels of experts will share insights on commercial space legislation, spectrum challenges for space activities, and of course, military activities in outer space. 11:00AM – 12:10PM: Commercial Space Legislation – U.S. and Global Developments 12:40PM – 1:30PM: Space Agency Legal Counsel Fireside Chat 1:45PM – 3:00PM: Spectrum Challenges for Space Activities – What’s on the Line for…
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Politics on the Plate: An Inside Look at Serving Powerful Diners in Washington
Sponsored by Les Dames d’ Escoffier DC In Washington D.C., where the nation’s business is often conducted at restaurant tables, politics have always been on the plate. This town’s restaurants are run by specialists who know how to handle the elected officials, Cabinet secretaries, White House staff, lobbyists and TV pundits who are regular clientele. But lately, spurred by social media, the country’s politics have entered their dining rooms. And, even the most experienced have had publicized politically-charged incidents. This forum will explore this distinctive element of DC dining. Longtime…
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NPC History & Heritage Team
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NPC Headliners Team
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