Hosted by Richard T. von Mayrhauser, Ph.D. and
the Office for History of Science and Technology (OHST)
University of California, Berkeley
June 23-26, 2005
Host:
The Office for History of Science and Technology, founded in 1973, promotes research and discussion in the history of science and technology through international exchanges, conferences, colloquia, research facilities, and administrative assistance. It produces Historical studies in the physical and biological sciences, a leading journal in the field, and other publications, including the Berkeley papers monograph series. OHST serves as a home for graduate students in history of science and related fields in other programs as well as postdoctoral fellows and other visiting scholars from around the world.
Venue and Location of This Year's Meeting:
Clark Kerr, the former Chancellor of Berkeley once said: "If you are bored with Berkeley, you are bored with life." Berkeley is the oldest of the UC campuses and serves as the flagship of California's public university system. Rich in traditions, such as a commitment to civil rights and liberties, the campus's history continues to be written as new generations of students pass through its gates.
Berkeley's acclaimed faculty (7 Nobel laureates, 17 MacArthur Fellows, 119 members of the National Academy of Sciences, 70 Fulbright Scholars, and 3 Pulitzer Prize winners) and talented students represent a wide range of disciplines, ideologies, ethnicities, cultures, interests, and perspectives. The 33,000 students at Berkeley come from all over the world, and their richly diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds give the campus a unique vitality and spirit. U.S. News and World Report listed Berkeley as the number one public national university in its 2005 Best College issue.
The meeting will take place at the Clark Kerr Campus at UC Berkeley. This Spanish-style complex is characterized by unique architectural features, beautifully landscaped lawns and gardens, and quiet courtyards. Just above the campus is a quarter mile running track with breathtaking views of the Bay Area. Local weather in June is variable (55º - 95º). Evenings can be chilly. Plan to dress in layers.
Two meal and/or lodging packages are offered for conference participants.
***The Resident Package includes three nights of lodging at Clark Kerr, breakfasts and lunches on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, and an evening reception on Thursday (check in on Thursday, check out on Sunday. All conference participants who wish to stay at Clark Kerr must purchase this package, there will be no reductions for late arrivals, early departures, or missed meals. The Resident Package is $222 per person, double occupancy; $282 per person, single occupancy (plus credit card fee).
Accommodations at Clark Kerr include:
For additional information on Clark Kerr accommodations see http://www.housing.berkeley.edu/conference/accommodations/CKC_Acco.html.
***The Commuter Package is available for those who do not require accommodations. The Commuter Package includes breakfasts and lunches on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, and an evening reception on Thursday. There will be no reductions for fewer meals. The Commuter Package is $87 per person.
Conference registration fees: $100 ($75 for students) pre-May 1; $125 ($95) after May 1, Saturday night banquet $25 ($20 student), parking $10 per day, and additional nights housing are separate.
Tours:
On Friday, June 24, OHST will provide a cruise and tour of Alcatraz Island, the infamous former federal penitentiary--home to Al Capone, George "Machine Gun" Kelley, and Robert "The Birdman" Stroud. The National Park presents a guided walk, exhibits, and recountings of notorious and tragic escape attempts. To reach the Cell House and guided tour, you must walk up a steep hill--motorized transport is available with prior notice. In addition to the famous prison, the ferry ride and tour features spectacular views of San Francisco and the Golden Gate.
Tickets are $60 and include the cost of shuttle bus to the ferry, ferry ride to Alcatraz with narrative introductory talk, and a specially catered sandwich dinner. Tour tickets are limited to bus seating capacity. Please reserve by March 1, 2005 through the Office for History of Science and Technology.
Getting to Berkeley:
By Air
The Bay Area has two local airports, Oakland (OAK) and San Francisco (SFO). Transportation to and from both airports is easy and reasonably priced using either BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit) or a shuttle service. Oakland has a shuttle to BART; San Francisco has a BART station at the airport (http://www.bart.gov/). For shuttle service, we suggest BayPorter; you may make a reservation with them at http://www.bayporter.com, though you may also just pick up a ride without a reservation upon your arrival at the airport.
By Bus
Greyhound Bus Service provides transportation to Oakland and San Francisco from most major cities in the country. For schedules and fares: http://www.greyhound.com/.
By Rail
The Amtrak station closest to Berkeley is located in Emeryville, five miles from UC campus. Amtrak has service from such cities as Seattle, Portland, Los Angeles, Phoenix, and Las Vegas. For detailed fare and schedule information: http://www.amtrak.com.
Driving Directions to UC Berkeley Clark Kerr Campus:
Oakland International Airport or Eastbound from Interstate 80
From the airport follow signs to I-880 North
Follow I-880 approximately 12 miles to I-80 East toward Berkeley
Exit right onto Ashby Avenue
Turn left onto Telegraph Avenue
Turn right onto Dwight Way
At the second stoplight, turn right onto Warring Street (left is Piedmont Ave)
Clark Kerr Campus is located on the left at 2601 Warring Street
Continue past the main horseshoe shaped driveway to the next entrance for parking in the Southwest Parking Lot
San Francisco International Airport or Northbound from Highway 101
From the airport, follow signs to 101 North
After approximately 10 miles, take I-80 East/Bay Bridge
Go over Bay Bridge (no toll), get into left lane and take I-80 East
Exit right onto Ashby Avenue
Turn left onto Telegraph Avenue
Turn right onto Dwight Way
At the second stoplight, turn right onto Warring Street (left is Piedmont Ave)
Clark Kerr Campus is located on the left at 2601 Warring Street
Continue past the main horseshoe shaped driveway to the next entrance for parking in the Southwest Parking Lot
Westbound from Interstate 80
Exit right onto University Avenue
Follow University Avenue east for approximately 2 miles to Oxford Street
Turn right onto Oxford Street, which becomes Fulton Street
Turn left onto Dwight Way and proceed east for approximately 1 mile
Turn right onto Warring Street (left is Piedmont Avenue)
Clark Kerr Campus is located on the left at 2601 Warring Street
Continue past the main horseshoe shaped driveway to the next entrance for parking in the Southwest Parking Lot
Highway 580
Exit to Highway 24 East, Walnut Creek / Berkeley
Exit at 51st Street and Telegraph Avenue
Turn right and proceed east on 51st street for two blocks
Turn left onto Telegraph Avenue for approximately 1 1/2 miles
Turn right onto Dwight Way
At the second stoplight, turn right onto Warring Street (left is Piedmont Ave)
Clark Kerr Campus is located on the left at 2601 Warring Street
Continue past the main horseshoe shaped driveway to the next entrance for parking in the Southwest Parking Lot
