Society of Women Engineers: Region B 2009 Conference
Book your room nights for the 2009 Society of Women Engineers Sonora Region Conference at www.marriott.com/abqnm. The group code for the conference room block is ORAORAA. The negotiated room rate is $119 plus tax per night. It is very important that you book in the conference block to help meet the contractual obligations with the hotel. If you encounter any problems booking in the block, please send an email to frances_s@yahoo.com.
Marriott Uptown
2101 Louisiana Blvd NE
Albuquerque, NM 87110
Phone: 505.837.6631
www.marriott.com/abqnm
HOTEL/CHECK-IN
All Conference events (except the off-site activities) will be held at the “Marriott Uptown.” The Marriott is located at the northwest corner of Louisiana Boulevard and I-40 in the “Uptown” area of Albuquerque. Their contact information:
2101 Louisiana Blvd NE
Albuquerque, NM 87110
Phone: 505.837.6631
Be sure to stop by the Registration Desk (lower level of the Marriott) to check-in. Admission tickets will be required for every Conference event. Registration will be open:
· Thursday, January 29, 2009 from 5:00 p.m to 8:00 p.m.
· Friday, January 30, 2009 from 7:00 a.m to 4:00 p.m.
· Saturday, January 31, 2009 from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Note: There is still space available for the Tours, Career Fair, and Meals. However, if you’re planning on signing up for a Saturday meal (breakfast, lunch, and/or dinner) or are unsure if you’ve signed up, PLEASE let me know before Monday 9AM MST (B09Conference@swe.org)! To keep within our budget, we have very little overage planned for the food, and will be turning in our final head-count to the Marriott at 10AM MST on Monday.
Click here for visitor's guide, including map of Uptown, hotel and shopping areas!
www.cabq.gov
www.abquptown.com
www.itsatrip.org
www.albuquerquecc.com
www.albuquerque.com
Other faqs:
- Albuquerque is located over a mile above sea level.
- Weather is variable ~ dress in layers.
- You will need to drink more water while visiting here.
- You will feel the effects of alcoholic beverages sooner here than at sea level!
- Albuquerque is called the Duke City in honor of Francisco Fernández de la Cueva, Duke of Alburquerque, viceroy of New Spain.
- Albuquerque was founded in 1706!
Transportation:
Whether you’re flying, driving, taking a taxi, etc. to the Conference, we’ve prepared a transportation “cheat-sheet” for you, so you can print and go!
Weather:
Albuquerque is known for its sunny, yet variable weather and often it’s warm during the day and then chilly at night this time of year. According to the current forecast, we’re expecting sunny skies with highs in the mid-50’s during the day, with lows in the high-20’s at night. This means you can usually get by with a light jacket during the day and a warmer coat at night. However, if the winds pick up, it may be a little chillier, so dressing in layers is wise.
Note to those that are attending the Sandia Peak Tram Tour: Please be sure to dress warmly. I have been atop Sandia Peak with winds in the 20 mph range and temperatures below 20. So a hat, gloves, scarf, etc. might be necessary (and maybe some hot cocoa when you get to the top)!
DRESS CODE:
The dress code for the Conference:
- Friday Tours: Casual Attire
- Saturday: Business Attire
- Career Fair: Business Attire
- Saturday Evening Banquet: Dressy Business to Semi-Formal Attire
- Sunday: Business Attire
- Be sure to bring your walking shoes, as there are several shopping centers located in the Uptown area! More information can be found here: http://www.abquptown.com/directory.
Thank you and we look forward to seeing you in Albuquerque!