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West Institute
Loyola Marymount University
Los Angeles, California
July 12-16, 2009
All About Town
Los Angeles is the second-largest city in the United States, with a diverse population representing approximately 140 countries and more than 65 different languages. It boasts great weather with low humidity and little rain. In July, Southern California averages temperatures in the low 60s to mid 80s.
Los Angeles, the entertainment capital of the world, provides a vast array of activities and attractions. Relax on the beach-Loyola Marymount University is just steps away from the Pacific Ocean-or visit Venice Beach, which features an impromptu street carnival. Take advantage of myriad tourist attractions including Disneyland, Grauman's Chinese Theatre, the Hollywood Sign, and the Walk of Fame, or watch a Dodgers' game or a live television show taping. To learn more, visit the Los Angeles Convention and Visitors Bureau.
Local Favorites
Visit Lincoln Boulevard for a variety of dining options. Here you will find Chicago for Ribs, a great place to grab lunch, or Alejo's Presto Trattoria, an intimate Italian eatery. After class, visit Tower Pizza, a local college restaurant and bar, or enjoy some Mexican food and a margarita while listening to live mariachi music at Hacienda del Rey. Lincoln Boulevard is a short 5-10 minute walk from University Hall and the Leavey Apartments.
The University
Loyola Marymount University, founded in 1911, is located on the Westchester Bluffs between the Pacific Ocean and downtown Los Angeles. The 150-acre main campus is beautifully situated overlooking Marina del Rey. Classes, breaks, and exhibits are held in University Hall, located near the main entrance of the campus. University Hall houses the campus bookstore, a cafe and dining room, and a parking deck. For more information about Loyola Marymount University, please visit the university's Web site.
Where to Stay:
The Hannon Apartments*
The Hannon Apartments, located in the south area of campus, is the largest apartment complex on campus. All apartments have two bedrooms with the option of staying one or two per room. Each apartment has a kitchen, living room, and bathroom.
*Please note that the Hannon Apartments are tentative. Location and prices are subject to change.
Rates (per person, per night):
Apartment Double (share room with one; two guests in other room): $ 35.00
Apartment Single (own room; one guest in other room): $ 70.00
Standard Packet Linen Fee (one time): $ 11.50
For Reservations: Call Loyola Marymount University at 310-338-2975. LMU will accept reservations via phone and online beginning early January.
Cutoff Date: June 27, 2009
Check-In: 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, July 12, 2009 in University Hall; Saturday check-in can be arranged.
Checkout: 12 noon on Friday, July 17, 2009
Custom Hotel
The newly renovated Custom Hotel stands 12 stories tall on Lincoln Boulevard in Los Angeles and is located less than 1 mile away from the Loyola Marymount University campus. Marina Del Ray, Playa Vista, Culver City, and Los Angeles International Airport are within 3 miles from the hotel. Manhattan Beach and the Venice Ocean Front Walk are 4 miles away.
Bistrotek, the hotel's restaurant, serves American bistro-style cuisine for breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Hopscotch, the outdoor pool bar and grill, features a sundeck, stadium seating, and a rotation of DJs. Other hotel amenities include espresso check in, a business center, complimentary wireless Internet access, meeting rooms, and a fitness room. Complimentary roundtrip LAX airport shuttle service is offered by the hotel.
Rates:
Single or Double: $159
Hotel room rates are subject to applicable state and local taxes in effect at time of check-in.
For Reservations: Call the hotel at 877-287-8601 and mention the U.S. Chamber West Institute program to receive the group rate.
Cutoff Date: June 15, 2009 at 3:00 p.m. (PST)
Check-In: 3:00 p.m.
Checkout: 12:00 noon
Getting to Los Angeles
By Plane
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is located 4 miles south of Loyola Marymount University. LAX has 9 terminals and is served by most major airlines.
Long Beach Airport (LGB) is located midway between Los Angeles and Orange County and is 24 miles from Loyola Marymount University. Four airlines provide nonstop service to 18 U.S. cities.
By Automobile
San Diego, California-127 miles
Las Vegas, Nevada-270 miles
San Francisco, California-385 miles
Phoenix, Arizona-389 miles
Important Dates and Times
Scholarship Deadline: March 20, 2009
Early Enrollment: June 5, 2009
Institute begins Sunday, July 12, 2009, at 2:00 p.m.
Institute ends Thursday, July 16, 2009, at 4:00 p.m.*
*Participants must attend all classes to recieve full credit toward their IOM. Please be sure that your flight arrangements provide adequate time for you to complete classes through Thursday at 4:00 p.m. as well as accommodate travel to the airport.
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