REIMAGINEEDUCATION
CONFERENCE2015
DELEGATE INFORMATION PACK
Organized by:
QUACQUARELLI SYMONDS
7-9 December, Philadelphia
C O N F E R E N C E - M O N D A Y 7 T HD E C E M B E R & T U E S D A Y 8 T H
D E C E M B E R
A W A R D S G A L A D I N N E R -T U E S D A Y 8 T H D E C E M B E R
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C O N F E R E N C E -W E D N E S D A Y 9 T H D E C E M B E R
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Jon M. Huntsman Hall is situated on theprestigious Wharton Business School
Campus. Jon M. Huntsman Hall is more thanWharton's newest, biggest building – it's thefocus of Wharton's culture, unifying learning,community, teamwork, and innovation. Thedesign of the building – from its cutting-edge
technology to new classroom designs – istailored to Wharton's innovative curriculum
and interactive learning methods.
The global awards for innovative higher educationpedagogies enhancing learning and employability
There is a special conference rate for rooms atthe Inn at Penn.
Q&A :
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WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THECONFERENCE PROGRAM?
WILL TRANSPORT BE PROVIDEDTO THE AWARDS DINNER?
HOW DO I GET FROM THEAIRPORT TO THE HOTEL?
SHOULD I STAY AT INN AT PENN ORHYATT AT THE BELLVUE?
Discover true grandeur, historic style andunrivaled service at one of the most iconichotels in the all of downtown Philadelphia.Situated on the famous Avenue of the Arts,
Hyatt at The Bellevue seamlessly blends old-world architecture with modern interiors toprovide a stay that epitomizes Philadelphialuxury. Hyatt at The Bellevue is renowned
for personalized service. The Awards dinnerwill be held in the Grand Ballroom.
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner and additionalcoffee breaks will be provided on Monday andTuesday. Breakfast and a morning coffee breakwill be provided on Wednesday.
Yes, buses will be leaving The Inn at Penn at 5:15pm and returning from theHyatt at 10:15 & 10:30pm.
A taxi will cost approximately US$25.
This hotel near the University ofPennsylvania is the ideal venue for
our daily conference sessions in theWoodlands Ballroom and The
Regent - St Marks Room. The Inn atPenn, A Hilton Hotel offers a
convenient location forbusiness guests. Business is easy atThe Inn at Penn, A Hilton Hotel, with
a convenient business centerfeaturing contemporary amenities.
LOCATION & VENUE
THE INN AT PENN HYATT AT THE BELLEVUE JON M. HUNTSMAN HALL
INN AT PENN3600 SANSOM STREET
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104
HYATT AT THE BELLEVUE200 SOUTH BROAD STREET
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA,USA, 19102
JON M. HUNTSMAN HALL, THE WHARTON SCHOOL OF THEUNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIAPHILADELPHIA, PA 19104, USA
CONFERENCE DATES & VENUESMONDAY 7TH DECEMBER - THE INN AT PENN
BREAKFAST AND OPENING COMMENTS -THE WOODLANDS BALLROOM
TRACK 1: E-LEARNING AND HYBRID LEARNING INNOVATORSWOODLANDS BALLROOM
TRACK 2: PRESENCE LEARNING & BEST TEACHING & ASSESSMENTREGENT & ST MARKS ROOM
EVENING ACTIVITIES -OPENING ADDRESS, DINNER AND REGIONALAWARDS CEREMONYWOODLANDS BALLROOM
WEDNESDAY 9TH DECEMBER - HUNTSMAN HALL
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TUESDAY 8TH DECEMBER - THE INN AT PENN
BREAKFAST - THE WOODLANDS BALLROOM
DISCUSSION: THOUGHT LEADERS REIMAGINE THE FUTURE OFEDUCATION - THE WOODLANDS BALLROOM
KEYNOTE ADDRESS - THE WOODLANDS BALLROOM
TRACK 1: EDUCATION TECHNOLOGYWOODLANDS BALLROOM
TRACK 2: EMPLOYABILITY, ENTREPRENEURSHIP, MBA & SOCIALSCIENCESREGENT & ST MARKS ROOM
GALA DINNER AND GLOBAL AWARDS CEREMONY
HYATT AT THE BELLEVUE
8:00AM BREAKFAST & POSTER SESSIONS - HUNTSMAN HALL
9:00AM DESIGN WORKSHOP: INNOVATIVE PEDAGOGICAL APPROACHES
10:30AM COFFEE BREAK AND NETWORKING SESSION
11:00AM CLOSING REMARKS AND ANNOUNCEMENT OF REIMAGINE EDUCATION 2016
8:30AM
9:00AM
9:00AM
5:00PM
7:30AM
8:00AM
9:00AM
9:30AM
9:30AM
5:50PM
FOR FULL CONFERENCE AGENDA CLICK HERE
HOTELS
The Inn at Penn offers a special conference rate of$229 per night excluding tax. The special room ratewill be available until the group block is sold-out.
To ensure this price please make your booking usingthe link below:
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THE INN AT PENN
SHERATON UNIVERSITY CITYThe Sheraton University City offers rooms from $242per night excluding tax. The Sheraton isapproximately a 3 minute walk from the Inn at Penn.
http://www.philadelphiasheraton.com/
Inn at Penn - Reimagine Education Conference Rate
TRANSPORTATION & TRAVEL
Air Travel: Fly in to Philadelphia International Airport - Airport code - PHL.
Taxis: From Philadelphia International Airport to the Inn at Penn Hotel costsapproximately US$ 25 and takes approximately 20 minutes depending on traffic.
Public Transport: There is a train from the airport to University City; it takes 15minutes and costs $6.50.
Amtrak: 30th Street Station offers a regional rail service and is 1 mile from the hotel.A taxi from the station to the Inn at Penn costs approx. US$10 and takes 5 minutes.
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FIND OUT ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT GETTING TOAND FROM PHILADELPHIA AND AROUND THE CITY WITHOUR HANDY GUIDE.
ABOUT PHILADELPHIAAVERAGE TEMPERATURE IN DECEMBER: The month of December is characterized by falling daily high temperatures, with dailyhighs decreasing from 10°C to -1°C over the course of the month.
FUN FACTS:Philadelphia is the home of the Philadelphia Stock Exchange, the oldest suchexchange in the United States of America. It was founded in 1790.
Philadelphia was where the first American Flag was designed, sewn by Betsy Ross outof her humble upholstery shop.
SIGHTS: Independence Hall, Philadelphia Museum of Art, Liberty Bell Center, TheFranklin Institute, Rittenhouse Square.
TRAVEL TO PHILADELPHIA
THE INN AT PENN TO THE HYATTAT THE BELLEVUE WALKING MAP
Head east on Sansom St toward S 36th St - 390ft.
Turn right toward Walnut St - 295ft.
Turn left onto Walnut St - 1.6 miles.
Turn right onto S Broad St. Destination will be on the right
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TRANSPORTATIONCoaches will be departing The Inn at Penn at 5:15pm and will be returningfrom The Hyatt at the Bellevue at 10:15 and 10:30pm.
CONTACTS
Simona Bizzozero - Head of PR - [email protected]
Serena Ricci - PR Assistant - [email protected]
Claire Mileham - Event Manager - [email protected]
Tamara Sredojevic - Marketing Executive - [email protected]
Faeza Afzal - Sponsorship & Exhibition Executive - [email protected]
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EMERGENCIESIn case of any problems when you are in Philadelphia, please contact:Claire Mileham +1-844-399-5472
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