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What should I pack?
Be prepared to walk! Please pack your comfortable walking shoes as the distance between the dormitories and the presentations is more than just a stroll. Normally in June, the weather in Princeton is balmy and warm; although be prepared for rain showers and possibly chilly evenings. Casual dress is appropriate for all the ResNet scheduled events. If you plan on bringing your laptop, don't forget an Ethernet cable.
What do I do with my car while I'm on campus?
There is no parking on main campus. All cars must be parked in a satellite lot and you will need to walk to your car as needed. During registration and checkout there will be shuttles to assist you with your luggage.
Will I have Internet access?
High speed Internet access will be available in dormitory housing which is included in lodging charges. Make sure to bring your ethernet cable as wireless network access is not available in dormitory lodging. Wireless networking will be available in various locations on campus, as well as at all presentation venues.
What are the dates and tentative schedule?
Program Committee meeting and dinner, Thursday, June 17, 2004
Pre-conference Tutorial, Friday, June 18, 2004
Opening Ceremony, Saturday, June 19, 10:00 a.m.
Presentations, Saturday, June 19, morning of Sunday, June 20, Monday, June 21
Closing Ceremony, Monday, June 21
For more schedule details, please refer to the Conference Schedule which is updated as information is made available.
What are the Keynote Address details?
The opening ceremony will be held in the McCosh 50 lecture hall. F. Scott Fitzgerald most likely attended lectures in this facility, as it is in the building housing the English Department. The keynote speaker will be Professor Edward W. Felten, Princeton University, Computer Science Department.
Where is information regarding on-campus dormitory housing?
The interactive campus map provides a view of Dod Hall, Witherspoon Hall and Little Hall in relation to the rest of campus. See on-campus dormitory housing more specifics about what to expect.
Where is information regarding presentation facilities and venues?
Presentation venues will be in the Friend Center and the Frist Campus Center. Please refer to the campus map for specific locations. Each venue has digital projection equipment available, as well as the more traditional overheads and audio projection equipment. For details, see the list of Presentation Facilities. Laptops for use by the presenters will be standard at the podiums. Video filming equipment will be provided. Technical support will also be available. Wireless networking is available in these facilities.
Technology Fair
The Technology Fair will be held Monday morning in the Frist Campus Center and will be available to all attendees free of charge. There will also be a simultaneous vendor track of presentations.
Where is the closing ceremony?
The Closing Ceremony and dinner will be held on a boat cruising New York Harbor. For more information please see www.spiritcruises.com. Dinner will be a buffet and there will be entertainment. Travel to the departure pier is approximately one hour from Princeton and will be by coach bus.
It is advised to bring a light jacket or sweater on the cruise as the evening can get chilly; additionally if you have long hair you might want to bring a scarf or pull it back as the decks can become breezy.
What if I would like to bring a guest to the conference?
You are more welcome to bring a guest with you to Princeton. Guests are not allowed to attend any of the conference sessions, although they are welcome at the Saturday night activities (after dinner) and the Closing Event.
Your guest may also chose to participate with you in one of the Sunday activities; you will be charged separately at the same rate for conference attendees. Guest options available:
- Housing in the dorms with you for 4 nights (arriving on Friday, June 18 and departing on Tuesday, June 22): $300
- No housing: $100
Who do I contact with questions?
Contact us with any questions or concerns you may have.
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