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March 2005

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The Science of Power
By Jim Brumbach
The dictionary defines power as “the product of the effective values of the voltage and current with the cosine of the phase angle between current and voltage in an alternating-current circuit.” Huh?

Events and Alcohol: Risky Business
By Dan Nelson, CSEP, CMP
Events and alcohol go together. Alcohol opens up the doors to “fun” in the sense of a party feeling. It lowers inhibitions, facilitating interaction and conversation at receptions. It pumps up the volume at sporting events and will most definitely continue to play a role in many campus events. Yet it comes with risk and can be used inappropriately. So why do we do it?

Product Showcase: Vertical Buffet
Metallic Design Studio’s Vertical Buffet is a new invention sure to make a statement out of any foodservice or product presentation.

Tip of the Month
How to avoid re-inventing the wheel.

You Can Do That With Fabric?!
By Pamela Patsavas, CSEP
Nothing makes a statement like a great fabric treatment. At an entrance or inside a room, fabric treatments are a unique way to express design creativity, mask the less desirable areas in a room, enhance a buffet or stage, or just reinforce your theme.

Running a Successful E-Mail Marketing Campaign
By Heidi Brumbach, CSEP
A successful e-mail marketing campaign can increase attendance without adding much expense. However, in the new world of spam and viruses, you have to be aware of what you can and cannot get away with and what you need to do to make sure your audience opens and reads your message.

University’s Winter Carnival May Break World’s Record
Even when the weather’s uncomfortable, you can still convince people to come out to attend your event—if you give them enough incentive.

Vocabulary Quiz
Check your knowledge of events-related terms with this quick quiz.

My Hands-On Hundred Experience
By Kelly R. Young
Is your budget too tight for travel to professional conferences? Attend next year's Special Event Tradeshow at reduced rates by volunteering.