Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.1.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Unconferenz A grassroots technology gathering ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://unconferenz.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Directions to Hale Akoakoa @ WCC](https://unconferenz.com/2014/02/25/directions-to-hale-akoakoa-wcc/) - If you haven't been to Windward Community College in a while, you are in for a treat. It is a beautiful campus nestled in the back drop of the Ko`olau Mountains. Here are the directions to Hale Akoakoa where we will hold the Unconferenz. There is plenty of parking, and it's free! - [Save the date for Unconferenz 2015](https://unconferenz.com/2015/02/09/save-the-date-for-unconferenz-2015/) - The date for Unconferenz 2015 is set. Mark your calendar: Date: Saturday, May 16, 2015 Time: 8:00am to 4:00pm Place: Iolani School, Sullivan Center Registration is now open. Sign up on our Eventbrite page. You can submit session and idea suggestions here. - [Aerial footage over #UNZ14](https://unconferenz.com/2014/03/02/aerial-footage-over-unz14/) - During our session on drones we had the opportunity to capture some aerial footage over Unconferenz 2014 at Windward Community College. It was quite impressive to see 3 UAV models flying overhead. - [UNZ14 Session Notes](https://unconferenz.com/2014/03/01/unz14-session-notes/) - Here are the links to the session notes. Some sessions had diligent notetakers who were "live blogging" through the session. Other session notes could use some post-event recollection. If you were there, please feel free to add your notes to the doc. Civic Engagement in the Digital Age Story and Tech: Narrative-driven Technology Mapping for - [Ignite STEM @ Unconferenz](https://unconferenz.com/2014/02/21/ignite-stem-unconferenz/) - We started to do Ignite talks at Unconferenz 2012 and found it to be one of the most popular features of the event. The format is simple, 20 slides, 15 seconds a slide for a total of 5 minutes. The challenge for the presenter is to deliver a compelling talk in that rigid structure. It - [Ideas for Session Topics](https://unconferenz.com/2014/02/17/ideas-for-session-topics/) - The Unconferenz takes on a new flavor every year. Ideas for session topics are participant driven which makes every Unconferenz an interesting mix of new tech, current interests and leading trends. This year is no different making the Unconferenz a unique snapshot of our community. Here is a list of the session ideas so far. - [Save the Date for Unconferenz 2014](https://unconferenz.com/2013/12/27/save-the-date-for-unconferenz-2014/) - The date for Unconferenz 2014 is set. Mark your calendar: Date: Saturday, March 1, 2014 Time: 8:00am to 4:00pm Place: Windward Community College, Akoakoa The session topics page is open for your suggestions. Feel free to add a topic and vote for the ones you want to participate in. - [Location: Hale Akoakoa WCC](https://unconferenz.com/2014/01/07/location-hale-akoakoa-wcc/) - This year the Unconferenz 2014 will be in the beautiful Hale Akoakoa building. We held the Unconferenz here a couple of years ago and the spacious rooms, 101, 103, 105. This year we have the same rooms with the inclusion of rooms 107 and 109 for additional breakout rooms and our Ignite sessions. Please join - [Code Across 2014](https://unconferenz.com/2014/02/13/code-across-2014/) - The Unconferenz 2014 is participating in CodeAcross 2014, a weekend of events taking place in cities around the world. There will be events hosted simultaneously in dozens of cities all around the globe on the last week of February. Coinciding with International Open Data Day, the goal of CodeAcross is to activate the Code for - [Webcast of Ignite STEM](https://unconferenz.com/2013/03/01/webcast-of-ignite-stem/) - Video streaming by Ustream Ignite STEM will be presented at 3 p.m. at Windward Community College during Unconferenz 2013. If you can’t make it to the Imaginarium, watch the live video stream here! We've got a great lineup of presenters, all from our local community! Scheduled presenters include: Brian Shiro – Life on Mars Jim - [Ignite STEM at Unconferenz](https://unconferenz.com/2013/02/18/ignite-stem-at-unconferenz/) - Last year we closed the Unconferenz with an Ignite presentation that was a hit with the attendees. The format is simple, 20 slides, 15 seconds a slide. Each presentation lasts a total of 5 minutes. The Ignite Show motto is: Enlighten Us, But Make it Quick. This year we are doing the same and featuring - [Makers Meet at Unconferenz](https://unconferenz.com/2013/02/25/makers-hawaii/) - The sixth annual Unconferenz is four days away, but it's not too late to register! The Unconferenz is a unique local gathering of technologists, thinkers, teachers, creatives, entrepreneurs... people from all walks of life looking to share, learn, and collaborate. Instead of keynote speakers and sponsor-filled pitches disguised as panels, the attendees drive the agenda, - [Location of Unconferenz 2013](https://unconferenz.com/2013/01/13/location-of-unconferenz-2013/) - The site for Unconferenz 2013 is in Hale Palanakila. We will stage in the main lobby of the building as well as the area right outside the building. We will also hold an Ignite STEM in the Imaginarium as a closing session for the event. Ample parking is conveniently located to the right of the - [Mark Your Calendars for Unconferenz 2013](https://unconferenz.com/2013/01/04/mark-your-calendars-for-unconferenz-2013/) - The date for Unconferenz 2013 is set. Mark your calendar: Date: Saturday, March 2, 2013 Time: 8:00am to 4:00pm Place: TBD As soon as the location is confirmed I will let everyone know. I am just working out the details. If things work out we will have a very cool place to hold the Ignite - [The 5th Annual](https://unconferenz.com/2012/03/05/the-5th-annual/) - Unconferenz 2012 was the 5th in an annual series that started in 2008. After 5 years we've managed to keep the event going without big overhead and have remained grassroots, participant driven. The unique quality of the Unconferenz is that it is reflective of the times. Participants generate the session topics and represent what is - [Mahalos are in order!](https://unconferenz.com/2012/02/25/mahalos-are-in-order/) - The Unconferenz 2012, I must say, was a wonderful event. The sessions were not only timely but lively conversations that I hope will continue long after the Unconferenz. We had sessions that focused on Social Innovation, the Hawaii Innovation Alliance, Code for America, Hawaii's Broadband Initiative, Design Thinking and many more. This was also the - [Are you ready for Unconferenz 2012?](https://unconferenz.com/2012/02/24/are-you-ready-for-unconferenz-2012/) - Thank you for registering and participating in tomorrow's Unconferenz! Now in its fifth year, the Unconferenz has built a strong history of bringing together a diverse group of geeks, coders, designers, entrepreneurs, thinkers, and simply curious people to share, learn, create, and look ahead. It's been where the earliest seeds were planted for many great - [Location of Unconferenz 2012](https://unconferenz.com/2012/02/21/location-of-unconferenz-2012/) - Thanks to Susan Jaworowski for creating this map of KCC, highlighting the location of Iliahi, location of this year's Unconferenz. This will hopefully save you from wondering around campus trying to find us. Also it is best to park in Lot A in the upper campus to avoid the Farmers Market. Please pass the word - [Unconferenz 2012](https://unconferenz.com/2012/01/12/unconferenz-2012/) - [Save the Date!](https://unconferenz.com/2011/12/13/save-the-date/) - The date for Unconferenz 2012 is set. Mark your calendar: Date: Saturday, February 25, 2012 Time: 8:00am to 4:00pm Place: Kapiolani Community College 4303 Diamond Head Rd Honolulu, HI 96816 The session topics page is open for your suggestions. Feel free to add a topic and vote for the ones you want to participate in. ## Pages - [Unconferenz Postponed](https://unconferenz.com/) - POSTPONED The Unconferenz 2017 is postponed until a later date. If you are interested in being a part of the future planning committee, please let me know. - [Unconferenz 2017](https://unconferenz.com/unconferenz-2017/) - UNCONFERENZ 2017 is on! The Unconferenz 2017 is scheduled for Saturday, October 21, 2017 at Impact Hub. Stay tuned for more details. - [Speakers](https://unconferenz.com/speakers/) - [Sponsorship](https://unconferenz.com/sponsorship/) - 2017 Event Sponsorship Information We are pleased to announce that Honolulu’s annual Unconferenz will be held on April 1, 2017 at Iolani School, Sullivan Center from 8am - 5pm. Unconferenz 2017 In it’s 10th year, The Unconferenz is Hawaii's longest-running grassroots technology gathering. Utilizing an open-grid format, the conference is attendee driven and designed to foster sharing and - [Sponsorship 2016](https://unconferenz.com/sponsorship2016/) - Thinking about sponsoring the Unconferenz? Here's how. - [2017 Venue](https://unconferenz.com/2017-venue/) - Address Iolani School, Sullivan Center, 3rd Floor (map) 563 Kamoku St. Honolulu, HI 96813 If you're a first time attendee, please review our guide about what to expect at the Unconferenz. - [2017 Schedule](https://unconferenz.com/2017-schedule/) - This is a general overview of what to expect on the day of the Unconferenz. Along with the sessions, we're planning on having an Ignite STEM presentation at its conclusion. Please arrive early. We only have 45 min to complete registration and session sign up. 8:00am - 8:30am Registration and session sign up 8:30am - - [Schedule](https://unconferenz.com/schedule/) - [2016 Schedule](https://unconferenz.com/2016-schedule/) - This is a general overview of what to expect on the day of the Unconferenz. Along with the sessions, we're planning on having a small networking event as well as Ignite STEM presentation at its conclusion. Please arrive early! Check out the location page for directions on how to arrive at the venue and - [Unconferenz/Code For Hawaii Timeline](https://unconferenz.com/unconferenzcode-for-hawaii-timeline/) - [2016 Venue](https://unconferenz.com/2016-venue/) - Address Neal Blaisdell Exhibition Hall (map) 777 Ward Ave Honolulu, HI 96814 Please visit the Neal Blaisdell website for directions. If you're a first time attendee, please review our guide about what to expect at the Unconferenz. - [2015 Sessions](https://unconferenz.com/2015-sessions/) - [About](https://unconferenz.com/about/) - The Unconferenz mantra is to Create : Collaborate : Catalyze. It's a grassroots Technology/Internet gathering of individuals in Hawaii - [What to expect?](https://unconferenz.com/what-to-expect/) - What to expect at the Unconferenz ## Speakers - [You](https://unconferenz.com/speakers/you/) - Do you have a topic you're passionate about? Can you deliver it in 5 minutes? Contact us! ## Sponsors - [Hawaii Open Data](https://unconferenz.com/sponsor/hawaii-open-data/) - [HTDC](https://unconferenz.com/sponsor/htdc/) ## Categories - [News](https://unconferenz.com/category/news/) ## Tags - [news](https://unconferenz.com/tag/news/) - [location](https://unconferenz.com/tag/location/) - [STEM](https://unconferenz.com/tag/stem/) - [Ignite STEM](https://unconferenz.com/tag/ignite-stem/) ## Tiers - [Sponsors](https://unconferenz.com/sponsor-tier/sponsors/)