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Conference Overview: Quick Facts

Conference Facility
Crystal Gateway Marriott
Reservations: 1-800-228-9290
http://marriott.com/property/propertypage/WASGW

On-Site Registration
  • Sunday, October 25, 2009: 6:30-8:00 p.m. - Early registration
  • Monday, October 26, 2009: 7:00-6:00 p.m.
  • Tuesday, October 27, 2009: 7:00-5:30 p.m.
  • Wednesday, October 28, 2009: 7:00-5:30 p.m.
  • Thursday, October 29, 2009, 7:00–12:00 noon
  • The registration desk remains open throughout the technical sessions for customer assistance.

On-Site E-Mail Stations
E-mail stations will be available for your use on a first-come, first-served basis throughout the conference.

Technical Session Schedule
Technical sessions begin with the opening session on Monday, October 26, 2009, at 8:30 a.m. Technical sessions end on Thursday, October 29, 2009, at 12:00 noon.

Special Events
Several special events will be held in conjunction with the conference technical sessions, which will provide excellent networking opportunities for attendees.
  • Sunday, October 25, 6:30-8:00 p.m.: Early registration.
  • Monday, October 26, 6:10 p.m.: Social and banquet entertainment.
  • Tuesday, October 27, 5:45–8:30 p.m.: Exhibit social and poster session/cash bar and heavy hors d'oeuvres.

Proceedings
Preproceedings are available in hard copy (three-ring binder) format on-site for those who select that option on the registration form. A CD-ROM version of the proceedings will be mailed to all conference attendees following the event.