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2010 Conference of Champions!

 
 

 

Last year we held our first “Conference of Champions” which included a very successful Business Plan Competition. This year we are expanding the “Conference of Champions” to include not only the Business Plan Competitions, but also other competitions in every college of the university. In the week prior to the conference, each of the colleges will hold preliminary competition rounds and select their finalists. Then on, Wednesday afternoon, March 24, all colleges will hold their finals which will be judged by professionals who have come to attend the conference and faculty members. The second day of the conference we will hold a university wide;Winners Circle Session” where we will announce the winners of all the competitions across the university. All winners and finalists will then be invited to the Winners Circle Luncheon immediately following where they can mingle with the judges and other competitors. The conference will be a fun and rewarding opportunity. We invite all to participate.

 

The Competitions for 2010

 

College of Business, Computing & Government

• Business Plan
• Non-Profit Business Plan
• Statics Web Page Design
• Dynamic Web Page Design
• Computer Hardware
• Business Management Case Study
• Accounting Case Study
• Public Speaking (Political Science)

College of Human Development

• Making a Difference, Creating a Future (Education)
• Hawaii TESOL
• The Distinguished Practicum Scholarship Award (Social Work)

College of Math & Science and College of Language, Culture & Arts

• Undergraduate Research/Call for Abstracts (Math, Science, Language & Arts)
• Performance Competition
• Art Display and Exhibition
• Creative Writing Readings

 

"The Conference of Champions is for everyone who is interested in conquering the world when they leave these sacred shores. Find a competition that interests you and go for it!" 

- James Ritchie

 

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COLLEGE OF MATH, SCIENCE    COLLEGE OF LANGUAGE, CULTURE, ARTS     Name: Undergraduate Research Conference, Call for Presentations” Contact:Dean Phillip McArthur, Dean Jeff Burrows Description: We invite proposals for papers, posters, performances, creative writing readings, art displays, and exhibitions. Students from all disciplines will have the opportunity to share their scholarly and creative accomplishments with the entire university community. All selected participants will receive a $50.00 stipend. Outstanding presentations will receive an additionalmerit award. Criteria to submit: Include student presenter’s name, major, title of the presentation, and name of faculty sponsor. Proposals for papers, posters, and presentations will take the form of an abstract. The abstract should be limited to one paragraph of about 150 words in length and should include a clear explanation of the project, findings, and conclusions. Anticipate that each presenter at the conference will be given 12 minutes.   Proposals for performances should indicate the musical piece, time duration, and a paragraph in the form of a program note. If the performance is a theatrical monologue indicate title and time duration. Proposals for art displays and exhibitions should include a title, short description of the medium, and a digital image of the art piece. Proposals for creative writing readings should be the poem or creative verse text, or a sample of the narrative prose for the short story.  Also include the name of the poem or story. Deadline for Proposals The deadline for proposals is March 10, 2010.  And electronic copy of the abstract must be sent to either the Dean of the College of Math and Science (keliilic@byuh.edu) or the Dean of Language, Culture, and Arts (campbelm@byuh.edu). Selection Process Each proposal will be reviewed by the members their respective college.  The committee will accept the proposal, accept with minor revisions, or ask the student for more substantial revisions and resubmission. The colleges may also reject proposals they deem inappropriate for the conference or those of insufficient quality or rigor. Contact: - Mark James, Chair Description: Regarding our $3k, we plan to use it only in the winter semester. Students present in the Fall, get feedback from judges and then "take it to the next level" by working to improve and then submit for acceptance at the state ESL teachers conference.For us, this represents a natural progression in the professional sharing of ideas. As a teacher, you come upon something that works with your students, share with dept colleagues, and then work to develop the ideas so that it is worth sharing at some local/regional professional conference. We are trying to instill in our students a model of professionalism and sense of self-confidence in following that model.It incorporates the component of leadership that is a part of our institutional mission.

SOCIAL WORK   Name: Pending (John Reeves?) Contact: John Reeves, Chair 808.675.3836 or reevesj@byuh.edu. Description: The department has selected the portfolio assignment to be use for the Conference of Champions competition. All practicum students are eligible irrespective of the practicum option selected. Summer will present their portfolio during Fall semester.  This may mean that some students will not be on-island. Those off-island students entering the competition will present their portfolios electronically. Seniors finishing practicums during Winter semester will present their portfolios during the last week of March. All practicum portfolios will be entered into the competition by the Field Practicum Director. All presentations will occur in MPC 101.   The Social Work faculty will judge the presentations using the Assessment Rubric for the Social Work Portfolio (see rubric). The portfolio assignment criteria as found in the syllabus will serve as a guideline students are to follow.  There will be an added emphasis included in the reflection piece of the portfolio which will require students to address the question, “Where am I going next?”   Prize money will be awarded as it becomes available for both Fall and Winter presenters. Presenters with the highest scores will be rank-ordered.  Prize money will be based on the amount of money the department receives. The financial wards will be determined by the Social Work department. All Pre-Social Work and non-practicum Social Work majors will be required to attend the presentations.  This will afford students the opportunity to be better prepared when they become seniors when they will be eligible to join the competition.  Additionally, all Pre-Social Work and Social Work majors who are not practicum students will be required to submit a report on their reactions to the competition. This report will be given to the department secretary no later than one week after the competition has concluded.   The department reserves the right to modify the competition as it gains experience in hosting this event. Any modifications to the criteria, judging, and rubric will be given to the competitors in advance of when the competition will be held.  If students have further questions, please contact John Reeves, Social Work Department Chairperson, 808.675.3836 or reevesj@byuh.edu.

 Criteria to be submitted:

 

  Assessment Rubric for the Social Work
Portfolio:

 

Dimension	Unsatisfactory	Satisfactory	Above Average
Organization and Presentation	The portfolio does not follow suggested format and is presented in an unprofessional way manner.	The portfolio reflects a  clear and well organized structure and  is presented in a professional  manner.	The portfolio reflects an extremely clear and well organized structure and is presented in an exceptionally professional manner.
Communication	Uses slang, incorrect grammar, and/or incorrect spelling.  Uses a limited range of vocabulary to convey information.  Written presentation is unclear, requires editing.	Uses correct grammar, spelling, and reflects sufficient editing. Uses a range of Social Work terminology to convey  information.  Written presentation is clear.	The portfolio is well edited and uses a range of vocabulary and Social Work terminology to convey thoughts and information. Presentation reflects above average writing ability.
Relevance of Contents	The portfolio reflects little attention to the identified, required or expected purposes.  Some required materials are missing or incomplete , and some irrelevant materials are included.	The portfolio reflects considerable attention to the identified, required or expected purposes.  All required materials are included, and nearly all irrelevant materials are omitted.	The portfolio consistently reflects attention to the identified, required or expected purposes.  All required and some additional relevant materials are included, and all irrelevant materials are omitted.
Quality of Contents And Evidence of Accomplishment	The portfolio consistently reflects insufficient depth and fails to achieve its purpose.  There is a general failure to elaborate upon significant aspects.	The portfolio reflects depth in some but not all significant areas and clearly achieves its purpose.  There is an ability to elaborate upon some but not all significant aspects.	The portfolio reflects considerable depth of learning in all significant areas and definitely achieves its purpose.  There is an ability to elaborate upon most significant aspects.
Critical Thought or Analysis and Scholarship	The portfolio reflects little evidence of critical thought or analysis and scholarship.	The portfolio reflects considerable  evidence of good quality critical thought or analysis and satisfactory scholarship.	The portfolio consistently reflects substantial evidence of levels of critical thought and exceptional scholarship.
Self-Awareness and Self-Reflection	The portfolio lacks evidence of self-awareness or an ability to engage in self-reflection.	The portfolio reflects considerable evidence of self- awareness and developing ability to engage in self- reflection.	The portfolio consistently reflects substantial evidence of high levels of self- awareness and exceptional ability to engage in self- reflection.

 

Scoring for each Dimension:  Unsatisfactory = 1; Satisfactory = 2; Above
Average = 3

Total Score = Sum of Scores for each
dimension; Passing = Average Score of 10 or above

Exceptional = More than 15 and no
scores below 2.0 on any dimension; Above Average = 13.5 – 15;

Satisfactory = 12 – 14.99; Marginal
Pass = 10 – 11.99:  Below Satisfactory =
Less than 10

 

 

SCHOOL OF EDUCATION (3 Levels) Level 1 Name: 'Making a Difference', and 'Creating a Future' Contact: Barry Mitchell, Chair Description: Competition is for senior students each year - one in Fall (mid-late November fits the timeline) and one in late April (which extends past the March 25 date but fits the practicum program timeline our students are on - the date this year of best fit is April 21 - Wednesday)-- prize money to be split over the two competitions, $3k for the year Criteria for submitting: Practicum students will present their action research "making a difference" projects according to the criteria which will be forthcoming from their syllabus asap Level 2 Name: ‘Creating a Future’ Contact: Barry Mitchell, Chair Description: To reach down below the seniors, we will run a competition within the college -Creating a Future' - for major-related future ideas based in the major of the student making the submission. $1k distributed for the year  Criteria for submitting:  To maintain the integrity of the "where am I going next?" concept, each presenter/competitor should include a page or comment detailing their future plans. Submissions will require: name, major, details of the idea, and plans explaining how the idea can be implemented. Submissions judged on impact, feasibility and resources required.  Level 3 Name: Pending Contact: Barry Mitchell, Chair Description: All majors not submitting in levels one or two in the college will be assigned to attend/participate in their major presentations and report on their reactions. “Starting this year, we involved our underclassmen by using them in the judging process in the Fall competition.  This not only provided more feedback for the TESOL majors who were presenting their posters, but we hope it sensitizes the next cohort to the possibilities and expectations of the poster competition so that they are better prepared and thinking in advance.  They are not involved in the Winter process however since that is done by the teachers conference organizers, (though many attend the conference), so if the college wanted to have the college-level underclass competition in the winters that would work nicely for us. "We also involved the appropriate EIL classes (speaking/listening) by asking them to attend and engage the poster presenters, asking questions, etc.  This was good practice for them and the TESOL majors." Criteria for submitting: Reports will be submitted directly to the appropriate professors.

 

 

SCHOOL OF
BUSINESS, COMPUTING, AND GOVERNMENT:

Name: Business Plan Competition

Contact: Craig Earnshaw, Greg Gibson

Description:

Students will submit two (2) copies of a written business plan for a for-profit or not-for profit business. The document should be type written and double-spaced. Plans should be no longer than ten (10) pages (additional pages for a title page, index, appendices, etc. are allowed). Plans must be submitted to the CIE office at ACR 144 by 4:30pm on Thursday, March 18, 2010. Plans must include the student(s) name, student number, email, and phone number. Plans will be judged according to the criteria listed on the “Judging Sheet” available on the CIE website.

On March 19, a panel of judges will review all plans submitted and select six (6) Finalists. Finalists will be notified by emailFriday. Finalists will make a 5-minute oral presentation of their business planon Wednesday, March 24, between 2:30pm and 5:00pm. Finalists will be invited to a coaching session on Monday or Tuesday with a mentor to help prepare for the Final oral presentation. Winners will be announced at the Winners Circle Session on Thursday, March 25, at 11:45am. All Finalists will be invited to
attend the Winners Circle Luncheon immediately following the Winners Circle Session.

Criteria for Submitting:

Business Plans will be judged based on the following criteria:

 
Business Opportunity: Was the opportunity clearly defined? Was the need for the
product/service (the pain) demonstrated? Was there a clear mission or vision statement? Was the business model and overall strategy viable? Does the company create value for the customer and for its stakeholders? Was the legal structure of the business stated?

 Product or Service:  Was the product/service clearly presented? Was the production, packaging and pricing explained. Was the current stage of the business stated (ie: idea only, prototype, some sales, etc.) Was the pricing reasonable? Does the business have sufficient margins? Does the company own IP? Has it been filed?

 Market and Marketing Strateg:  Was the target market defined? Was the market growth rate and future trends presented? Is there a significant market opportunity? Is the marketing and sales plan sound? Does the budget include sufficient funds and manpower to execute the plan?

Competitive Advantage:  Were the strengths and weaknesses of key competitors identified? Does the company have a clear, sustainable advantage
(better/faster/cheaper) over its competitors? Were barriers to entry explained?

Management: Were key employees indentified? Were management needs identified and a plan to fill those needs presented? Was an advisory board with mentors and industry experts?

Financial Summary: Were the financials meaningful and easy to follow? Was the first year monthly Cash Flow projection reasonable? Were sales, COGS, gross and net income projections believable? Were all assumptions clearly stated and reasonable? Was the break-even point identified and was sufficient startup funding plus a cushion calculated? Was the use of startup funds explained?                                  

 (Rate on a scale of 1-5)       

	#1	#2	#3	#4	#5	#6
Business Opportunity Business Model – “Explain the Pain” Company Form – Overall Strategy
Product/Service Description – Pricing – Margins   Timelines – Intellectual Property
Market/Marketing Strategy Description – Market Size          Distribution – Penetration
Competitive Advantage Identified Competitors                 Sustainable Competitive Advantage
Management Qualifications – Future Needs         Advisory Board
Financial Summary Funds Required – Use of Funds           Sales Projections – Cash Flow
Total Points (30 max)

 

 

Name: Non Profit Business Plan Competition

Contact: Craig Earnshaw

Description: Students will submit two (2) copies of a written business plan for a for-profit or not-for profit business. The document should be type written and double-spaced. Plans should be no longer than ten (10) pages (additional pages for a title page, index, appendices, etc. are allowed). Plans must be submitted to the CIE office at ALC 144 by 5pm on Thursday, March 18, 2010. Plans must include the student(s) name, student number, email, and phone number. Plans will be judged according to the criteria listed on the “Judging Sheet” available on the CIE website.

 
On March 19, a panel of judges will review all plans
submitted and select six (6) Finalists. Finalists will be notified by email Friday. Finalists will make a 5-minute oral presentation of their business plan on Wednesday, March 24, between 2:30pm and 5:00pm. Finalists will be invited to a coaching session on Monday or Tuesday with a mentor to help prepare for the Final oral presentation. Winners will be announced at the Winners Circle Session on Thursday, March 25, at 11:45am. All Finalists will be invited to attend the
Winners Circle Luncheon immediately following the Winners Circle Session.

 
Criteria for Submitting:

See criteria for Business Plan Competition

 Name: Case Studies Competition

Contact: Helena Hannonen

Description: Pending

Criteria for Submitting: Pending

 

CIS 1

Name: Computer Assembly and Networking

Contact: Tim Stanley

Description: Student teams will assemble
computer systems and create two networked computers. Students need to locate the components to assemble two working computers, create a network cable to connect the boxes, install a simple network operating system, connect the systems together and transfer a file between them. We have enough computers to have eight teams of three.  Participants should be familiar with PC hardware, operating systems (especially Linux), and networking.

We will need to hold it on Saturday, March 20th, the weekend before the campus event because it will require all of room GCB111 for several hours.

 Criteria for Submitting: Send an email to Bro Tim Stanley, with team captain and team members names. We will only be able to support eight teams of three people, so only the first eight teams of three people will be allowed to compete. 

CIS 2

Name: Web Design Competition I - Static Pages

Contact: Geoff Draper and Aaron Curtis

Description: Student teams will evaluate and submit their version of a revision for an elementary school website. Any student at BYUH, but current and former students of IT 240
are especially encouraged to participate. Students will be given the Web site development requirement materials on or after March 17 and the sites will be judged on March 24

Criteria for Submitting: Sign up through a website, which will be available soon

 

 
CIS 3

Name: "Connect My World" a dynamic Website development
competition

Contact: Chris Slade (sladec@byuh.edu), Stuart Wolthuis (stuartlw@byuh.edu)

Description:  A competition to see who can develop the best dynamic
Website that meets specific real world requirements. Participation:  Open to any BYUH student or group of students who can create dynamic, database-driven Web content.

Participant packets will be distributed beginning 10 March, Websites will be judged on 24 March and winners announced the following day.

 
Students will sign up by contacting CIS Department professors Chris Slade (sladec@byuh.edu) or Stuart Wolthuis (stuartlw@byuh.edu)

 
Criteria for Submitting: Websites will be evaluated
against a standard set of criteria, which will be described in the packet of materials for participants.

 

 

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