The Control Systems Group has met annually since 1985 to discuss
theoretical and practical applications of Perceptual Control Theory
in the behavioral, social, and life sciences. This is a small
and informal meeting, open to anyone interested in PCT who wants
to present work or ideas, or who simply wants to listen andlearn.The
1997 CSG conference will begin Wednesday, August 6, and end Sunday,
August 10. Arrival should be Wednesday afternoon, in time for
a rather early dinner (5-6 pm). The first meeting will be Wednesday
evening. At that time we find out who wants to talk about what,
and set up a schedule bunching more or less connected topics together.
There is usually time for a talk that evening.The next meetings
are mornings and evenings, with afternoons free. The afternoons
are used by some for recreation, while others get and give tutorials,
read, etc. We ask people who want to present material to bring
relevant papers that can be read in advance of their talks, so
that presentations are discussions rather than lectures.
On Saturday evening we have a banquet, followed by a short business
meeting. The last meal included in the conference fee is Sunday
breakfast. For those who want to enjoy what the Durango area has
to offer, early arrival or late departure can be arranged.
Durango is in the southwest corner of Colorado, 350 miles from
Denver and 200 miles from Albuquerque. It is in the San JuanMountains,
at 6500 feet. In August the temperature can be in the high 80s
or more in the daytime, with 50s at night. Afternoon thunderstorms
are possible. More details and maps on registration.
Air service is in flux. There are connecting flights from Denver
(United) and Phoenix (American). One flight a day from Albuquerque.
Reno airlines flies from LA. Pacific West may connect from Colorado
Springs by summer.
The conference fee includes room, meals, coffee breaks, and all
other expenses, including membership in the CSG. The cost, in
a single room, is $250. Sharing a double, $190. Cost for couples
sharing a room, $360. Note that there will be a $30 surcharge
for late registrations. Students and others whose finances are
limited can apply for a full or partial waiver of conference fees.
Some help with travel costs may also be available. Contact Mary
Powers at 73 Ridge Place, Durango CO 81301-8136, or at (970) 247-7986,
or at powers_w@frontier.net for details on assistance or fees
for guests other than spouse/friend or any other questions.
CSG 1997 CONFERENCE REGISTRATION
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nights on campus (circle) tues WED THURS FRI SAT sun
Add $30 per night to fees below if you are planning to stay Tues.or Sun. Night.
Subtract $30 per night if you make arrangements to stay elsewhere in Durango (call 970 247 0312 for hotel/motel/B&B info)
for banquet (check): vegetarian___ poultry/fish___ red meat___
beer___ red wine___ white wine___ pop___ diet pop___ juice___
Registration fee: $20 (Students $5). After June 15: $50. Balance due July 20: $230 single, $170 double, couples $340, or
Full payment at registration: single $250, double $190, couples
$360. Late registrants (after June 15) $280, $220, $390.
Make check out to The Control Systems Group, and mail to:Mary
Powers 73 Ridge Place Durango CO 81301-8136