Winter Institute
University of Arizona
Tucson, Arizona
January 4-8, 2011
Winter Institute will conclude at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, January 8th. Please be sure to plan your trip home accordingly.
All About Town
Winter Institute has been held at the University of Arizona in Tucson since 1999. Each year, the University of Arizona hosts association and chamber professionals from all corners of the United States and abroad, providing a refreshing change for those living in cold-weather cities. Located in the heart of Tucson, the University of Arizona's large campus encompasses 356 acres and is home to more than 35,000 students. Throughout the week, Winter Institute's classes, breaks, and exhibits are held on the University of Arizona campus, about a 10-minute walk from the Marriott University Park Hotel. For more information about the University of Arizona, visit www.arizona.edu.
For more information on what Tucson has to offer, visit the Metropolitan Tucson Convention & Visitors Bureau Web site.
Where to Stay
The Marriott University Park
The Marriott University Park is steps away from both the University of Arizona and downtown Tucson. This full-service hotel has Internet accessible guest rooms, an in-house restaurant and lounge, a fitness center, and an outdoor pool.
Rates:
Single or Double Occupancy: $129.00
Additional Person: $15.00
Hotel room rates are subject to applicable state and local taxes in effect at time of check-in.
For Reservations: Call the Hotel Reservation Line directly at 1-800-228-9290 and mention the Winter Institute 2011 program to receive the group rate.
Cut-Off Date: December 2, 2010
Check-In: 3:00 p.m.
Checkout: 12 noon
Getting to Tucson
By Plane
Tucson International Airport is served by 14 different airlines, with nonstop service to 18 cities and connections to more than 121 major destinations. The airport is located 8 miles south of downtown Tucson and approximately 8 miles from the Marriott University Park Hotel.
By Taxi/Shuttle Service
Taxi and shuttle service are available at the Tucson International Airport. A taxi ride from the airport to the Marriott University Park Hotel will cost approximately $20–$22. For those looking for a less expensive option, Arizona Stagecoach, provides shared van service to and from the airport as well.
By Automobile
Phoenix, Arizona—115 miles
El Paso, Texas—316 miles
Las Vegas, Nevada—404 miles
San Diego, California—410 miles
Santa Fe, New Mexico—557 miles
Important Dates and Times
Scholarship Deadline: October 29, 2010
Early Enrollment: December 3, 2009
Institute begins on Tuesday, January 4, 2011, at 2:00 p.m.
Institute ends on Saturday, January 8, 2011, at 11:30 a.m.
Please note: 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 Saturday at 11:30 a.m., as well as accommodate travel to the airport.
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