 Welcome!
Dear Reader:
I am proud to announce the first
Objectivist summer conference to be held under the auspices
of the Ayn Rand Institute—highlighted by three keynote
lectures by Dr. Leonard Peikoff. Ayn Rand described Objectivism
as a philosophy for “living on earth”—as the
means of guiding one’s everyday, practical life. Objectivist
conferences are an excellent way of learning more about the
ideas that underlie Ayn Rand’s The
Fountainhead and Atlas
Shrugged.
 For
nearly two decades, summer conferences have served as a forum
for the presentation of new intellectual work applying Ayn Rand’s
philosophy. Continuing in that vein, the Institute has invited
a host of scholars and intellectuals, who are known for their
serious interest in Objectivism, to present some of their recent
work. As you’ll discover on the following pages, we have
scheduled more than 27 hours of general lectures and up to 32
hours of optional courses on an exciting range of topics, from
philosophy and sculpture to literature and economics.
The venue is the tranquil Pacific Palms Resort, in Industry
Hills, California. With expansive views of the nearby San Gabriel
Mountains, the resort is a short drive from the renowned beaches,
theme parks, museums, shopping and restaurants of Los Angeles
and Orange County. The hotel boasts two championship golf courses,
17 lighted tennis courts, an Olympic-size swimming pool—with
a tropical waterfall—and an equestrian center with 15 miles
of trails.
 Each
room is equipped with cable TV, wireless high-speed Internet
access, coffee maker, mini bar and hair dryers—and a host
of other conveniences, large and small, to serve your comfort.
Ayn Rand's books draw fans of
every age, from every profession, from all over the world. Catch
up with old friends or make new ones, who share your passion
for Miss Rand's works.
Come spend one or two weeks in
an environment of intellectual stimulation and physical comfort—in
the company of people who share your values. We look forward
to seeing you this summer!
Dr. Yaron Brook,
President and Executive Director
The Ayn Rand Institute
P.S. Enroll now—prices increase 15 percent after May 31.
P.P.S. For students there are
a number of registration options at reduced rates.
What
attendees have said about past Second Renaissance Conferences:
-
 "We
were thoroughly invigorated and enriched by the ideas presented
at the conference as well as the benevolent spirit of camaraderie
among the attendees."
- "The conference truly
provides emotional fuel. After each one completes, I
am fired up and raring to go, but also already looking forward
to the next one."
- "The conference was marvelous
I learned a whole bunch and had a blast!"
- "The 2000 conference
was my first Objectivist conference, but it definitely wont
be my last. It was a wonderful experience."
- "The knowledge I received
was priceless."
- "I felt as if I were
in Galt's Gulch for the first time."
- "This was the best (and
best-organized) conference of the three I have attended."
- "The conference has armed
and re-energized me."
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