What is included in the Full Conference Registration fee?
For ASPRS members and non-members paying the full registration fee, the following is included:
Proceedings CD
Keynote and Plenary Sessions
General, Technical and Poster Sessions
Exhibitors' Reception, Oct. 25
Prarie Fest Open House and Pecora Award at EROS, Oct. 26
Box Lunch in the Exhibit Hall, Oct. 25 and 26
Are workshops included with registration?
Workshops are not included in the full registration fees. Workshops require individual registration and additional payment to the general conference registration fees. Availability is based on space. On-site registration will be available for con.rmed workshops with additional space. Please use the On-Site Registration Form (available at the Symposium Registration Desk located in the Sioux Falls Convention Center) and present it to the Registration staff with the appropriate registration fee.
What does a daily registration include?
Daily registrations include select day¡¯s educational sessions, exhibits and proceedings. Please use the On-Site Registration Form (available at the Symposium Registration Desk located in the Sioux Falls Convention Center) and present it to the Registration Staff with the appropriate fee.
What does a spouse/guest registration include?
A spouse/guest registration includes the Exhibit Hall Admission, Exhibitors¡¯ Reception, and EROS Open House. If a spouse or guest would like to attend the Keynote, General or technical sessions, they are required to pay the rate of a full registration or daily registration. Please use the On-Site Registration Form (available at the Symposium Registration Desk) and present it to the Registration Staff with the appropriate fee.
Where are the Exhibits?
The Exhibits are located in the Sioux Falls Convention Center - Exhibit Hall 2
What are the Exhibit Hall Show Hours?
Tuesday, October 25
10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Exhibitiors' Reception
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Wednesday, October 26
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday, October 27
9:00 am - 12 noon
Can I visit the Exhibit Hall only?
Individuals who wish admission to the Exhibit Hall only are required to pay a $50 registration fee for Tuesday that includes the Exhibitors¡¯ Reception, $25 for Wednesday or Thursday. Please use the On-Site Registration Form (available at the Symposium Registration Desk) and present it to the Registration Staff with the appropriate fee. The badge that will be supplied will allow admission to the Exhibit Hall only during show hours for the speci.c day.
Are extra copies of the CD-Rom Proceedings available?
Additional proceedings (CD-ROMs) may be purchased at the Registration Desk for $35 per copy. Proceedings lost, stolen or misplaced at the conference will not be replaced.
Why do I need a name badge and tickets?
Symposium name badges are required for admission to Workshops, the Keynote, General and Technical Sessions, Exhibit Hall and any social functions to identify ASPRS attendees. There is a $5.00 replacement fee for lost badges.
What are the tickets for?
In addition to your name badge, you have tickets for a beverage at the Exhibitors¡¯ Reception, beverages at the EROS Open House, and the box lunches; you may also have tickets for the workshops. Tickets are necessary to identify those who have paid for the event. There is a $5.00 replacement fee for lost tickets.
Is there a place to post my resume or job opening?
Resumes and job openings may be posted in the Exhibit Hall inside the ASPRS Career Fair Booth. Prospective employers can review resumes and those looking for job opportunities may scan the postings. It is suggested that several copies of all postings be provided.
Is there a place for speakers to prepare their presentations?
We encourage workshop instructors and technical session presenters to preview their presentation materials. The Speaker Ready Room (Room 10) is located in the Sioux Falls Convention Center. Equipment will be available throughout the conference on a .rst-come, .rst-served basis.
Is there a place for the press?
A space will be provided in the Sioux Falls Convention Center for any member of the press who would like to distribute press releases. Please check with the Symposium Registration Staff about the space location. Press personnel must contact Anna Marie Kinerney, ASPRS Meetings Manager, through the Symposium Registration Desk, located in the Sioux Falls Convention Center in advance to schedule a press conference.
Is transportation available to the Prarie Fest Open House at EROS?
Buses will run on a continuous basis from the Convention Center entrance to EROS starting at 5:00 pm until 7:30 pm. Return service from EROS to the Convention Center will be from 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm. The last bus will leave EROS promptly at 9:00 pm. See the ad on page 17 for more information.
Volunteers
Conference volunteers should report to Of.ce 4 of the Sioux Falls Convention Center for work assignments and to receive their lunch stipend or ticket on the days they volunteer.
What is Symposium-at-a-Glance?
Symposium-at-a-Glance is designed to allow conference attendees to tailor their educational program to their particular interests. It lists daily events.
Additional Information
Emergency - Locate a Symposium Conference staff person at the Registration Desk or pick up any house phone in the Convention Center and ask for Security.
Evaluations - Your input is important to us! We want to know your thoughts on this year¡¯s speakers and topics for future conference planning. Please complete the evaluation form included in your registration packet and place it in the designated collection box at the Registration Desk. By completing and returning the evaluation form you are eligible to win a complimentary registration for the 2006 ASPRS Annual Conference in Reno, Nevada.
Local Information - The Sioux Falls Convention and Visitors Bureau is providing tour information at the Symposium Registration Desk area in the Convention Center.
Lost and Found - Contact Convention Center Security for all lost items.
Messages - Written messages may be placed on the Symposium message board located in the Registration Area of the Convention Center. Because of the number of attendees we cannot guarantee delivery. Please be mindful of those who need to reach you during the Symposium and provide them with detailed information on how to contact you directly.
Sioux Falls Convention Center and Sheraton Hotel
1211 West Avenue North
Sioux Falls, South Dakota 57104
(605) 331-0100
