Jonathan Carroll on Nostr: Gah, Humboldt had it figured out nearly two centuries ago - the point of a conf is ...
Gah, Humboldt had it figured out nearly two centuries ago - the point of a conf is the people there, not exposition.
"Rather than being talked at, he wanted the scientists to talk with each other. There were convivial meals and social outings [...] Humboldt encouraged scientists to gather in small groups and across disciplines. He connected the visiting scientists on a more personal level, ensuring that they forged friendships that would foster close networks."
https://www.conferencesthatwork.com/index.php/event-design/2023/11/alexander-von-humboldt
"Rather than being talked at, he wanted the scientists to talk with each other. There were convivial meals and social outings [...] Humboldt encouraged scientists to gather in small groups and across disciplines. He connected the visiting scientists on a more personal level, ensuring that they forged friendships that would foster close networks."
https://www.conferencesthatwork.com/index.php/event-design/2023/11/alexander-von-humboldt