Logistics
Module 2 logistics:
MODULE 1
All participants go to University of Maryland (different location for Modules 2-4, check below)
Site information
2517 Van Munching Hall, University of Maryland, College Park, MD 20742.
Map of site with suggested parking marked: link to map
Links to additional information
Hotel Accommodations for Module 1
All attendees are guaranteed rooms for October 11 & 12, but there are a limited number of rooms for Tuesday, October 10 and they will be given out on a first-come, first-served basis.
Attendees may begin calling Globetrotter Travel to make their hotel reservations for the Applied Data Analytics Training Program, to be held in College Park October 2017. Under NO circumstances should attendees call the hotel or Meeting Planner directly to make their reservations. Using Globetrotter ensures accuracy and reduces liability for the University.
Reservations will be taken by the Housing Department until September 19, 2017. Please call the following numbers and any agent can take your reservation:
Local: 301-570-0800, press 2 when prompted Toll Free: 866-235-5467, press 2 when prompted Hours: Monday – Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM (EST)
Once the reservation has been made, a confirmation will be sent to the attendees’ email. Any changes or cancellations to the reservation must also be made through Globetrotter to avoid any penalty fees.
MODULES 2-4
NOTE: below information subject to updates.
UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND
Site information
1208 Lefrak Hall, University of Maryland, College Park, MD 20742
Map of campus with Morrill Hall and suggested parking marked: link to map
Links to additional information
UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO
Site information
The University of Chicago will host the Applied Data Analytics training program at the Computation Institute .
Room 240A, Computation Institute
Searle Chemistry Laboratory
5735 South Ellis Avenue
Chicago, IL 60637
Important Links for Transportation:
Driving Directions
Mass Transit
Taxi or Shuttle
Hyde Park and Campus Maps
Parking
Parking information is available here.
(55th and Ellis Garage is recommended)
Accommodations
Many hotels offer a "guest of the University" discount, so please be sure to inform the hotel at which you make reservations that you are attending a University of Chicago program. The full list of hotels is here (http://visit.uchicago.edu/accommodations.shtml) and includes hotel specific details under the "Preferred program information" link for each hotel.
NEW YORK UNIVERSITY
Site information
NYU will host the Applied Data Analytics training program at the Center for Urban Science and Progress (CUSP) office, which is located on the 19th floor of 1 MetroTech Center, Brooklyn NY, in the National Grid building. The entrance is on Jay Street, directly across the street from 370 Jay street. Upon entering the building you will go up the stairs or escalator to a guard desk, who will then let you in to use the elevators to get to the 19th floor. The program will be taught in the Jacobs Seminar room, to which there will be direction signs posted or anyone in the office can point you in the correct direction if needed.
Accommodations
NYC has many options for lodging if you are coming from out of town, but here are some recommendations that are conveniently located near CUSP
Transportation
Public transit
A/C or F TRAINS to Jay Street/MetroTech: The last car (back of train) of the Brooklyn- bound A, C, and F trains (or front of Manhattan-bound trains will allow you to exit directly on to MetroTech plaza. Look for the Myrtle Promenade/Jay Street/MetroTech exit. As you exit at street level (blue X, below), you’ll see a TKTS booth in front of you; our building is on the right. Make a “U” turn to face Jay Street, turn left at the corner of the building and look for entrances on your left.
2, 3 or 4 TRAIN to Borough Hall: Follow the “municipal building” signs to exit the train station (purple X, below) and begin walking toward Adams Street. Cross the street toward Shake Shack and cut through to Willoughby Street. Follow Willoughby and cross Jay Street, where you will take a left and proceed until you reach 1 MetroTech Center (entrance is on Jay Street). The building has National Grid signs at the entrances.
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON
Site information
University of Washington will host the Applied Data Analytics training program at the eScience Institute which is at the 6th floor of the Physics/Astronomy Tower.
eScience Institute
WRF Data Science Studio
Physics/Astronomy Tower (PAT), 6th Floor
3910 15th Ave NE
Seattle, WA 98195-1570
Transportation
View Google Maps & Directions
View Written Directions and Parking Instructions
Wifi information
A shared temporary UW NetID has been created. Any person who receives this UW NetID should be made aware of the following items:
For Wireless Access Only - This UW NetID may only be used for access to the UW's wireless networks.
Proper Use - Using UW Wireless to send spam, illegally trade files, or spread viruses will result in restriction of UW network privileges. Follow the University of Washington's Ethics in Computer and Network Use, which can be found athttp://www.washington.edu/computing/rules/ethics.html.
Abuse Will Result in Cancellation of This UW NetID - If this UW NetID is used improperly it may be cancelled, disabling wireless access for everyone using it.
Infected Computers May Be Restricted - If their computer is infected with a virus or if it is not fully patched their access to the UW's Wireless Network may be restricted to protect others.
Wireless Connection Info
Event/Conference Name: Applied Analytics Workshop
Event/Conference Location: WRF Data Science Studio
UW NetID: event0652
Password: X9c6/W2p3/X4a9
Connecticut
Site information
The program will be hosted at the Office of Early Childhood in Connecticut. Address below:
Connecticut Office of Early Childhood
450 Columbus Blvd.
Hartford, CT 06103
(860) 500-4412
From the Columbus Blvd street level, go in the door under the blue awning. Take the elevator up to the Plaza Level. Stop at the Security desk to sign in and have your picture taken for the visitor pass. The rooms for each day are as follows:
Module 2
11/1/2017: 2 South Room E in AM and 3 North Room A in PM
11/2/2017: 2 North Room B in All Day
11/3/2017: Plaza South Room B – All Day
Module 3
11/15/2017: 3 North Room A – All Day
11/16/2017: 2 North Room A in AM until Noon and 3 North Room A in PM (option 1-5 in 2 North A)
11/17/2017: 2 North Room A – All Day
Module 4
12/6/2017: 2 North Room A – All Day
12/7/2017: 2 North Room A – All Day
12/8/2017: 2 North Room A – All Day
Transportation
View Google Maps & Directions
Free parking is available in the Charles Street lot, outlined in red below.
PROJECT PRESENTATIONS
TBD