Rubber Division's 173rd Technical Meeting

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April 28-30, 2008

Hyatt Regency Dearborn

Dearborn, Michigan

Thank you to all our attendees for making this such a successful event!

James Gutting, Director of Tire-Wheel Systems at General Motors gave the keynote address titled "Paving the Road to the Future: Wanted, New Technology to Improve Fuel Economy." Additionally, 24 internationally recognized speakers with a wide range of expertise conducted in-depth presentations covering important aspects of rubber and science technology. Five recipients of the prestigious Science & Technology awards presented a synopsis of their technical work on Tuesday afternoon.

173rd Technical Meeting registration included a CD-ROM of the presentations (shipped after the meeting), one ticket to the Science & Technology Awards Banquet and entrance to the Sponsors’ Reception.

Special Events

• Chair's Classic Golf Outing
  Wednesday, April 30, 2008
  12:00 p.m. Registration
  1:00 p.m. Shotgun Start
  Lakes of Taylor Golf Club in Taylor, MI
  $150/person or $600/foursome
  Outing includes:
  • 18 holes of golf, cart and locker facilities
  • Driving range (open at noon) and practice balls
  • Welcome snacks and beverages
  • Lunch tickets redeemable at snack bar (choice of hot dog, kielbasa, turkey wrap, chips & beverage)
  • Cocktails, hors d'oeuvres and dinner (strip steak or chicken)
  • Prizes, giveaways and more
• 5K Walk/Run
  Tuesday, April 29, 2008
  6:30 a.m.
  Meet in Lobby, Lobby Level, Hyatt Regency
  Runners and walkers are invited to participate. Spouses and guests are also welcome. Registration is required. Sponsored by H. M. Royal, Inc.
  Buses will pick up runners for transport to the race course which is located at the University of Michigan-Dearborn. The course is a flat, well marked bike path through the campus, including views of the Henry Ford estate. Prizes will be given for top male and female finishers and commemorative long-sleeved T-shirts will be given to all participants. Refreshments will be available following the race.
• Sponsors' Reception
  Monday, April 28, 2008
  5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
  Marquis Ballroom, 2nd Level, Hyatt Regency
  All registered attendees of the 173rd Technical Meeting, courses and workshops are invited to attend this function. No reservations required.
• 25-Year Club Dinner
  Monday, April 28, 2008
  6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
  Desoto, 2nd Level, Hyatt Regency
  $50 each
  Any member or affiliate member of the Division who has been active in the rubber industry for 25 consecutive years or more may attend. Reservations are required.
• Science & Technology Awards Banquet
  Tuesday, April 29, 2008
  11:30 a.m. - 1:45 p.m.
  Great Lakes Center, Lobby Level, Hyatt Regency
  Cost of the S&T Banquet luncheon is included in the 173rd Technical Meeting paid registration fee. Emeritus, Students, Press and Guests may purchase tickets for $50 each.
• Goodyear Medalist Presentation
  Dr. Joseph P. Kennedy
  Tuesday, April 29, 2008
  2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
  Dearborn Ballroom, Lobby Level, Hyatt Regency
• Business & Awards Meeting
  Wednesday, April 30, 2008
  11:00 a.m. - Noon
  Marquis Ballroom, 2nd Level, Hyatt Regency
  Please join us at the semi-annual Business & Awards Meeting of the Rubber Division, ACS. The meeting will include the presentation of the Distinguished Service Award to Richard Hupp, announcement of the winners of the Best Paper and Best Symposium Awards from the fall 172nd Technical Meeting held in Cleveland and other general business of the Rubber Division.