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Where to Stay

The Tucson Marriott University Park Hotel

The Tucson Marriott University Park Hotel 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 terrace with fire pit and televisions.

Rates:
Standard room with one King or two Queens: $151.00

Hotel room rates are subject to applicable state and local taxes in effect at time of check-in.

For Reservations: Click here to make your reservation! You may also call the hotel at 520-792-4100 and mention the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Winter Institute program to receive the group rate.

Cut-off Date: December 10, 2024

Check-in: 3:00 p.m.
Check-out: 12 noon

Getting to Tucson

By Plane
Tucson International Airport is located 8 miles south of downtown Tucson and approximately 8 miles from the Tucson Marriott University Park Hotel.

By Ride Share/Cab
Uber and Lyft are available from the airport, as well as cab services. A ride from the airport to the Tucson Marriott University Park Hotel will cost approximately $25.

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

Local Information about Tucson

Please note: Participants must attend all classes to receive full credit toward their IOM. Please be sure that your flight arrangements provide adequate time for you to complete classes through Thursday at 11:30 a.m., as well as accommodate travel to the airport.

Schedule of Activities

Please note that this schedule is subject to change. Be sure to check your email for updates of 2025 Winter Institute.

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Sunday, January 5

Morning Pre-Site Activities (Optional): Info on brunch and express interest in golf!
2:30 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Pre-Site Networking and On-Site Registration: Tucson Marriott, Ballroom
3:30 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Graduation Rehearsal (4th years only): Student Union Memorial Center, Grand Ballroom
3:30 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Walking Tour: Tucson Marriott University Park, Lobby
4:00 p.m.–4:45 p.m. Homeroom: Student Union Memorial Center, Individual Rooms
5:00 p.m.–5:30 p.m. Institute Kickoff: Student Union Memorial Center, Grand Ballroom

Monday, January 6

7:00 a.m.–8:00 a.m. Registration: Student Union Memorial Center, Staff Office, Madera
8:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m. Core Classes: Student Union Memorial Center, Individual Rooms (Break: 9:30 –10:00)
11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Lunch: Student Union Memorial Center, Grand Ballroom
12:30 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Core Classes: Student Union Memorial Center, Individual Rooms (Break: 2:00 –2:30)
4:15 p.m.–6:15 p.m. Elective Classes: Student Union Memorial Center, Individual Rooms
Evening Class Activities: On Your Own

Tuesday, January 7

8:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m. Elective Classes: Student Union Memorial Center, Individual Rooms
10:00 a.m.–10:30 a.m. Break: Student Union Memorial Center, Grand Ballroom
10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Elective Classes: Student Union Memorial Center, Individual Rooms
12:30 p.m.–1:30 p.m. Lunch: Student Union Memorial Center, Grand Ballroom
1:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m. Core Classes: Student Union Memorial Center, Individual Rooms (Break: 3:00 –3:30)
6:00 p.m. Association Mixer: TBD
Evening Open Night

Wednesday, January 8

7:00 a.m.–8:00 a.m. Graduate Breakfast: Tucson Marriott University Park, Canyons
8:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m. Core Classes: Student Union Memorial Center, Individual Rooms (Break: 9:30 –10:00)
11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Lunch: Student Union Memorial Center, Grand Ballroom
12:30 p.m.–4:00 p.m. Core Classes: Student Union Memorial Center, Individual Rooms (Break: 2:00 –2:30)
5:45 p.m.–6:30 p.m. Pre-Graduation Bites: Tucson Marriott University Park, Lobby
6:30 p.m. Graduation Ceremony: Tucson Marriott University Park, Ballroom

Thursday, January 9

8:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m. Core Classes: Student Union Memorial Center, Individual Rooms (Break: 9:30 –10:00)
11:30 a.m. 2025 Winter Institute Concludes