2019 NDSG Annual MEETING
THuRsDay, February 14 - SundaY, FebRuary 17
Lodging
1001 East County Line Road Jackson, MS 39211 Phone: 601-957-2800 |
TRavel to JacksonThe best ways to travel to Jackson are by air or train. You can fly directly to the Medgar Evers Jackson International Airport (airport code: JAN/KJAN) which is approximately 15 miles from the hotel.
Recommended alternatives include flying to New Orleans or Memphis and taking train, bus, or car to Jackson’s Union Station (Amtrak, Station Code: JAN) which is located approximately 10 miles from the hotel. Jackson’s Union Station is a key stop on lines from Chicago and New Orleans, among others. SHUTTLES FROM THE AIRPORT, BUS OR TRAIN STATIONS: Shuttle transportation to and from the airport and Union Station (train/bus) to the hotel will be coordinated for times that coincide with most arrivals and departures. There is no additional cost for shuttle transportation. FREE NDSG SHUTTLE FROM THE AIRPORT: Meet all airport shuttles outside of the baggage claim (curbside). Driver and/or assistant will have a sign. Wednesday, Feb. 13 shuttle schedule: TBA Thursday, Feb. 14 shuttle schedule: TBA If your transportation schedule does not accommodate the shuttle, the cost of private transportation to and from the airport to the Hilton Jackson is approximately $50. If you drive or rent a car, parking at the hotel is free.
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Registration FeesFull registration fee for 2019 Annual Meeting attendance including hotel accommodations, all Annual Meeting events, all meals, snacks, and transportation.
The meeting fills very quickly and registration is on a first come, first served basis. Rooms are available from Thursday evening through Sunday morning. Please note that we do not offer an option to register and attend only one day of the weekend. If you plan to stay overnight, we ask that you register for the full weekend. Special Rates for High school and undergraduate students:
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Cancellation Policy
Full registration refund is given for cancellations up to or on January 15, 2018, thereafter refunds will be decided by the Finance Committee of the Planning Committee.
Meals
Meat is part of the local cuisine. If you have a preference for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, or other dietary needs, please indicate these with your registration. The conference fee includes all meals and snacks.
Items to Bring to Jackson
Water Bottles: In an order to avoid as much plastic as possible, please bring your own water bottle.
Scholarships
The NDSG values diversity, inclusion and equity. To increase access to our gatherings, a limited number of scholarships are available to those who need financial assistance to attend. We expect those who receive financial aid to contribute at least partially to the Annual Meeting costs. In your application, please include your background, what you are doing now, and why you would like to attend the NDSG Annual Meeting. Please be specific about the amount you need. Submit requests for aid in writing to Mary Harris at [email protected]. If awarded, you will receive a special code for registration.
Preference will be given to requests received before December 15, 2018 as long as funding is available. Please note that requests made after January 25, 2019 cannot be honored.
Preference will be given to requests received before December 15, 2018 as long as funding is available. Please note that requests made after January 25, 2019 cannot be honored.
Financial Aid contributions
Please consider helping others, who without financial aid, could not attend the Annual Meeting. Your contributions are vital to sustaining this event. No contribution is too small. Please add your support for financial aid to your registration cost during online registration.