Eastern Association of Colleges and Employers

Annual Conference 2006
Norfolk, VA
August 6-9, 2006

EACE Conference – FAQ’s

1. What are the conference dates:
Sunday, August 6, 2006 - Wednesday, August 9, 2006

2. Where can I get more information about the conference?
Go to http://www.eace.org/Conference/dailyschedule.html to see the conference at a glance.

3. How can I register?
Use the EACE Website and click on annual conference. You’ll be stepped through the registration process. You can register online with a credit card. If you will be sending a check for your registration, go online and print out the pdf application. You’ll be able to send it to our management team at TEI and they’ll process it for you. We are unable to accept PO’s for conference registration.

4. If I register via mail or fax, can I get a receipt?
TEI will send you a receipt and confirmation of your registration within 10 business days of receiving your information. If you haven’t received confirmation within 15 days, please contact Philippe Abraham pabraham@uamail.albany.edu from registration and we’ll follow up for you.

5. If I’m a non-member, how can I become a member?
By registering for the conference at the non-member rate, you’ll not only receive conference registration, but a one-year membership to EACE. Just register as a non-member and your membership will be processed as well.

6. Is the hotel included in the conference price?
No. The conference will be held at the Norfolk Marriott Waterside Hotel. To make reservations at the special EACE rate, please visit CONNECTIONS web site. Room rates are $139.00 single/double occupancy.

7. What meals are included with the conference fee?
The conference fee includes dinner Sunday and Tuesday, Breakfast Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday and lunch Monday and Tuesday. If you have any dietary restrictions (like vegetarian), please indicate this on your registration form or contact Philippe Abraham at pabraham@uamail.albany.edu or Satomi Yaji at syaji@acad.umass.edu and we’ll be sure there are special meals for you.

8. What is the dress code for the conference?
Most of the EACE conference is business casual. We recommend bringing a warmer layer in the event some of the conference rooms are chilly (we do our best to regulate the temperature). Our presidential ball on Monday evening will be “business” formal. Tuesday for the evening reception and banquet/dance. Burgundy &/or gold are colors preferred. It is an after 5 attire event.

9. What activities are planned for Sunday?
There will be a number of activities available with groups through the conference including the Newcomers Workshop as well as outings geared towards family, culture, etc… Our Entertainment committee is working on details and they will be posted to the Website as they are finalized.

10. What is planned for Tuesday night?
Our entertainment committee has some great options. Our Entertainment committee is working on details and they will be posted to the Website as they are finalized.

11. What is the cancellation policy?
We hope you won’t need to cancel. Refund requests must be received in writing. For full disclosure, please click here.

12. What if I can’t attend and someone else from our team will be replacing me?
Please contact Philippe Abraham at pabraham@uamail.albany.edu and we’ll change the registration at no cost up to one week before the conference. If it’s a last minute change, we’ll print a new nametag at on site registration.

13. Where can I get more information about Norfolk?
http://www.norfolkcvb.com/home.cfm

14. Where can I get more information about the hotel?
http://marriott.com/property/propertypage/ORFWS

15. What is a “conference buddy”?
A conference buddy is an experienced EACE member who will mentor first time conference attendees. They’ll introduce you to colleagues and help you plan the best schedule to take advantage of all the great learning (and fun) opportunities the conference has to offer.

16. What is a “mentor”?
A mentor is an experienced EACE member who will mentor you on the profession. They are available year round to answer questions, use as a sounding board and help you grow professionally.

17. What’s involved in volunteering at the conference?
Volunteering is a great way to meet people at the conference! Most committees would appreciate 2-3 hours of your time to help out with registration, hospitality or helping at the Cyber Café.

18. How can I get from the Airport to the hotel?
Shuttle Services and rates:

Airport Shuttle Service (757) 857-5950

• $19 one way per person ($8 per person if more than one individual)
• $33 round trip per person
  - individuals pay when getting on the shuttle

Orange Peel Transportation (757) 463-7500

• business transportation service that was recommended by the airport
• have 5 vehicles total
  • 1 van (holds 10 people)
  • 4 suburbans (hold 5-7 people)
• If they have flight info, they will track the flights so that no one
  will have to wait more than 10-15 minutes.
• Prices:
  $65 flat rate if you want the driver to go inside and hold a sign
  for the passengers
  1 guest = $24.00
  2 guests = $26.00
  3 guests = $28.00
  4 + guests = $8.00 per person

19. Where can I get information about public transportation in Norfolk?
http://www.hrtransit.org

20. If my college, company or organization would like to donate something to the conference, who can I contact?
You can contact our sponsorship committee chair, Audrey Tessier atessier@uri.edu.

21. If my college, company or organization would like to send a flyer to all conference attendees, what should I do?
Contact Philippe Abraham at pabraham@uamail.albany.edu and we can arrange to make copies and distribute them at registration. There will be a $20 fee to cover copying costs.