The 4th International Conference on Research in Access and Developmental Education
at The Condado Plaza Hotel in San Juan, Puerto Rico
September 24-27, 2008
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Call For Proposals (Electronic Submission)
Attention: We have received requests to extend the due date for Call for Proposals. They are now due by May 16th, 2008.
Featured Conference Speakers
Claire E. Weinstein, Internationally known expert on strategic learning.
Ansley Abraham, Director of the State Doctoral Scholars Program at the Southern Regional Education Board, and Southern Director of the Compact for Faculty Diversity.
Hunter Boylan, Director of the National Center for Developmental Education and author of What Works: Research-Based Best Practices in Developmental Education
Invited Presenters |
| David Arendale, University of Minnesota |
Barbara Bonham, Appalachian State University |
| Hansel Burley, Texas Tech University |
David Caverly, Texas State University–San Marcos |
| Russ Hodges, Texas State University-San Marcos |
Jane Neuburger, Syracuse University |
| Paul Nolting, Manatee Community College |
Mike Osborne, Glasgow University, Scotland |
| Rudolf Egger, University of Graz, Austria |
Nwachi Tafari, Guilford Community & Technical College |
| Norm Stahl, Northern Illinois University |
William White, Grambling State University |
Hotel Reservations
The Condado Plaza Hotel
Toll Free Phone: 800-468-8588
Local Phone: 787-721-1000
Conference Rate: $125 per night plus taxes
We have negotiated a hotel room rate that is among the lowest available in San Juan. To secure the group rate, you must identify yourself as a participant in the Research in Access and Developmental Education Conference
American Airlines, the official airline for the conference, offers a 5% discount off the lowest qualifying fare on flights to San Juan, Puerto Rico for travel dates 9/20/2008 through 9/30/2008. Book flights by calling 800-433-1790 or visit www.aa.com; use Promo Code A4298AA.
Attendance will be a multicultural event in itself as participants experience the culture of one of our nation's largest Latino ethnic groups.
Learn about the latest and most important research in the field of developmental education and learning assistance.
Participate in the dialog between researchers and practitioners
Meet the leading figures in developmental education and learning assistance
Immerse yourself in the Spanish speaking culture of this U.S. territory
Converse with colleagues from developmental education and learning assistance programs across the U.S. and the Caribbean
Visit developmental programs at Puerto Rican Universities
For Your Information
There is NO passport required for US Citizens to travel between the contiguous United States and Puerto Rico.
The following statement is from the US Customs and Border Patrol website:
Q: Will travelers from U.S. territories need to present a passport to enter the United States?
A: No. These territories are a part of the United States. U.S. citizens returning directly from a U.S. territory are not considered to have left the U.S. and do not need to present a passport. U.S. territories include the following: Guam, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, American Samoa, Swains Island and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. If the traveler also visited non-U.S. territories, he/she will be required to present a passport.
For further details please see the US Customs and Border Patrol web site: http://www.cbp.gov/xp/cgov/travel/vacation/ready_set_go/air_travel/faq_requirements/whti_faqs.xml
Other Details
Although Spanish is the major language in Puerto Rico, English is spoken at practically every business, cultural, dining, and recreational venue in San Juan.
Several major airlines serve San Juan from major U.S. airports and the prices are reasonable. At this time, air fare on US Airways ranges from $260 from Charlotte to San Juan, $392 from Chicago to San Juan, or $460 from Seattle to San Juan.
View highlights from our 2001 conference.
