Below, we’ve attempted to summarize important details and deadlines,
and also provide information we hope will address the most commonly
asked questions. Please let us know if there is any additional information
or assistance you need. We look forward to welcoming you to our sweet
home, Chicago!!!
The conference registration desk will be open for early check, beginning
on Saturday, August 12, and will be staffed throughout the published
hours of the conference. Exact hours of operation on Saturday and Sunday
will be posted closer to the conference date, so check back or contact
us if you need details.
Fees and Deadlines
The registration fee is $500 for those who register on or before July
10, 2006, and $550 for those who register after this date.
Special Events — Advance reservations
are required for all events!
The following special events are included in your registration
fee:
Costs associated with following events are not included in your
registration fee:
Your registration form may be used to purchase guest tickets as follows:
Requests must be confirmed in writing to UI Conferences & Institutes
(e-mail, fax, and mailed requests are accepted). A $50 cancellation
fee will be assessed for requests received on or before July 10, 2006.
No refunds will be issued for requests received after July 10, 2006,
or for non-attendance.
The Fairmont Chicago — Reservation deadline:
July 10
200 North Columbus Drive
Chicago, IL 60601
312-565-8000 (toll free 866 540-4408)
Should you have any difficulty
confirming a reservation using the online system, please call
the hotel. Should you have any
problems that can’t
be resolved with the hotel, contact the UIC local arrangements
team for assistance (see the “
Contact
Us” section
of this site).
Note: If your arrival or departure date falls outside
of our official block dates, and the online reservation system
does
not recognize our
meeting or your reservation request, you will need to make
your reservation by telephone. Keep in mind that requests
for early arrival or late
departure dates at our group rate are subject to availability.
Rooms will be held until rented, or the reservation deadline. After
that date, any rooms that have not been reserved will be released
for general sale. The hotel will continue to accept reservations
from attendees
after the cut-off date, based on room and rate availability.
Lodging
Cancellation Policy
If a reservation must be cancelled, the hotel must be notified by
6:00 p.m. on the date of arrival in order to avoid being billed for
the first night’s stay.
See the “Getting Here” section of this web site for information
on airport transportation. The easiest, cheapest way to get around
downtown Chicago is by public transportation, taxi, or walking. If
you want to rent a car, all of the major companies have facilities
at both airports (Midway and O’Hare). Parking in downtown Chicago
is expensive; information on options at and around the hotel is provided
under “Getting Here.”
Business casual is recommended for daily conference sessions. Evening
events are casual as well. Chicago weather in August averages around
80°F (27°C), with an historical range of 69°F (21°C)
to 91° F (33°C). You might want to consider dressing in layers
as Chicago’s weather can be unpredictable. Don’t forget
to bring a jacket and umbrella, just in case — especially if
you plan to participate in the river cruise.
Most meals during the conference will be served buffet style. There
will be a variety of food choices to meet a wide variety of needs.
Please note any special dietary requirements on the your registration
form.
Please see the “Contact Us” section of this site.
