The University of Guam's 7th Regional Conference on Island Sustainability began today with a press conference at the Lotte Hotel Guam featuring dignitaries, UOG representatives, and keynote speaker Tony De Brum.

This year, the University of Alaska Fairbanks joins the University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability as a co-host of the conference as we explore topics pertinent to soft borders and remote regions.

Left to right: English Professor and Department Chair Dr. Scott Slovic, Associate Vice Chancellor of Financial Services and Business Operations Raaj Kuraptai, University of Guam President Dr. Robert Underwood, Nobel Peace Prize Nominee Tony De Brum, Conference Coordinator Elvie Tyler, Assistant Vice President of Graduates Studies, Research, and Sponsored Programs Dr. John Peterson.