Accommodations
Participants should make their own arrangements directly with a hotel
of their choice as early as possible. Special rates have been negotiated
with the hotels listed below. Rates quoted do not include the sales and
tourist tax of 12%. The AMS is not responsible for rate changes or for
the quality of the accommodations. When making a reservation, participants
should state that they are with the American Mathematical Society (AMS)
Meeting at the University of Connecticut. Cancellation and early checkout
policies vary; be sure to check when you make your reservation.
This is prime tourist season in New England and participants are encouraged
to book a hotel room early as rooms may sell out.
The Nathan Hale Inn and Conference Center, 855 Bolton Road, Storrs,
CT 06268. Telephone: 860-427-7888, Fax: 860-427-7850; on the university
campus; US\$99/single/double. Amenities include a full service restaurant
and lounge on the premises, internet access, fitness center, indoor heated
pool and spa. The parking fee for the AMS Sectional meeting has been reduced
to US\$5. Deadline for reservations is September 27, 2006. There
are a number of restaurants within walking distance. Be sure to check
cancellation and early checkout policies.
The Best Western Regent Inn, 123 Storrs Road (Route 195) Mansfield
Center, Connecticut 06250. Telephone: 860-423-8451, Fax: 860-423-8451;
approximately six (6) miles from the university campus; US\$86.80/single/double.
Complimentary continental breakfast, high speed internet access, indoor
pool, exercise facility and free parking. Deadline for reservations
is September 27, 2006. There are a number of restaurants within walking
distance: McDonald's, Applebee's restaurant, Angelino's Italian restaurant.
Be sure to check cancellation and early checkout policies.
For other accommodations check out the UConn visitor site: http://uconn.edu/accommodations/.
Food
Service
There is a food court in the Student Union which is located about one
hundred meters from the meeting areas. It is suitable for lunch, but groups
of people should make reservations at area restaurants for Friday and
Saturday nights. Those are normally the most crowded nights of the week,
especially at this time of the year.
There are a number of restaurants within walking distance of campus.
See http://uconn.edu/accommodations/.
Local
Information
The university's website is http://www.uconn.edu/;
the Department of Mathematics is at http://www.math.uconn.edu/contact/contact.php.
A general website about visiting Storrs and the University of Connecticut
area is http://visitors.uconn.edu/index.php.
Also see the link maintained by the local organizers at: http://www.math.uconn.edu/AMSmeeting,
featuring links to lists of restaurants, transportation, etc.
Other
Activities
Book Sale: Examine the newest titles from the AMS! Many of the
AMS books will be available at a special 50% discount available only at
the meeting. Complimentary coffee will be served courtesy of AMS Membership
Services.
AMS Editorial Activity: An acquisitions editor from the AMS book
program will be present to speak with prospective authors. If you have
a book project that you would like to discuss with the AMS, please stop
by the book exhibit.
Parking
Unless otherwise indicated, parking in university lots is free and unrestricted
starting in the late afternoon on Friday, overnight, and on weekends.
There is a modest-cost parking structure across the street from the Business
School. There is a US\$5 parking fee for those staying at the Nathan Hale
Inn when they use the Inn's lot.
Registration
and Meeting Information
The meeting is on the campus of the University of Connecticut, Storrs.
Meeting registration and the Invited Addresses will take place in the
Information Technologies Engineering (ITE) Building. Sessions will be
held in the Business (BUSN) School building. See the map at http://visitors.uconn.edu/maps.php.
The registration desk will be in the foyer of the ITE building and will
be open Saturday, October 28, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Sunday, October
29, 8:00 a.m. to noon. Fees are US\$40 for AMS or CMS members, US\$60 for
nonmembers; and US\$5 for students, unemployed mathematicians, and emeritus
members. Fees are payable on site by cash, check, or credit card.
Social
Event
The University of Connecticut, Storrs, Mathematics Department will host
a reception for participants. It will be held at the Nathan Hale Inn on
Saturday from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Appetizers will be served and there
will be a cash bar. The AMS thanks the university and the Department of
Mathematics for its generous hospitality.
Travel
and Campus Map
The University of Connecticut, Storrs Campus, is located 40 minutes from
Hartford in tranquil Northeastern Connecticut.
Getting to the University by Car: Driving directions and campus
maps can be found at the following link http://visitors.uconn.edu/maps.php.
The UConn visitor center page (http://visitors.uconn.edu/)
contains many useful links including maps, directions, accommodations,
(mostly fast food) restaurants, etc. The accommodations list includes
some reasonably priced hotels in Vernon, CT about twenty minutes from
the campus. There are downloadable maps of the campus and parking, along
with driving directions to the campus at http://visitors.uconn.edu/maps.php.
There is bus service, provided by Bonanza, from Boston, Providence and
Hartford. Public transportation between the airport and the campus is
either by taxi or a bus to Hartford and then another to Storrs. The bus
stops at the Student Union (see www.bonanzabus.com
or the links from the above mentioned departmental information site).
The nearest airport is Bradley (BDL) serving the Hartford-Springfield
area. It is about 30 miles away. From Bradley International Airport, Windsor
Locks, CT, to the University of Connecticut, Storrs the estimated driving
time is an hour or less. The airport's home page is located at: http://www.bradleyairport.com/home/home.php.
At the time that this is published, the one-way taxi fare from Bradley
Airport is \$72 to anywhere in Storrs.
The official airline for the meeting is Delta Airlines. Take advantage
of Delta's new SimpliFares™ and enjoy the following benefits:
- No Saturday-night stay required - more flexibility
- Always affordable - Realize up to 50% savings on every day fares in
the contiguous 48 states
- Lower change fees - reduced from US\$100 to US\$50 to change travel
plans
- Just eight fares - less guessing and easier planning
To make immediate reservations call Delta Air Lines at 1-800-221-1212
be sure to reference US738367060 or visit www.delta.com
and enter SkyBonus account number US738367060 in your passenger
information screen to be recognized as a participant. Your benefits include:
- No service fees
- 1,000 sky miles for Delta members
- Skip the airport lines; check in online
Car Rental: Avis is the official car rental company for the sectional
meeting in Storrs, Connecticut. All rates include unlimited free mileage.
All rates include unlimited free mileage. Weekend daily rates are available
from noon Thursday - Monday at 11:59 P.M and start at \$35.99 per day.
Rates for this meeting are effective October 21, 2006 - November 5, 2006.
Should a lower qualifying rate become available at the time of booking,
Avis is pleased to offer a 5% discount off the lower qualifying rate or
the meeting rate, whichever is lowest. Rates do not include any state
or local surcharges, tax, optional coverages or gas refueling charges.
Renters must meet Avis' age, driver, and credit requirements. Reservations
can be made by calling 1-800-331-1600 or online at www.avis.com.
Meeting Avis Discount Number B159265.
Information
for International Participants
Visa regulations are continually changing for travel to the United States.
Visa applications may take from three to four months to process and require
a personal interview, as well as specific personal information. International
participants should view the important information about traveling to
the U.S. found at http://www7.nationalacademies.org/visas/Traveling_to_US.html
and http://travel.state.gov/visa/index.html.
If you need a preliminary conference invitation in order to secure a visa,
please send your request to dls@ams.org.
If you discover you do need a visa, the National Academies website (see
above) provides these tips for successful visa applications:
- Visa applicants are expected to provide evidence that they are intending
to return to their country of residence. Therefore, applicants should
provide proof of "binding" or sufficient ties to their home
country or permanent residence abroad. This may include documentation
of the following:
- family ties in home country or country of legal permanent residence
- property ownership
- bank accounts
- employment contract or statement from employer stating that the position
will continue when the employee returns;
- Visa applications are more likely to be successful if done in a visitor's
home country than in a third country;
- Applicants should present their entire trip itinerary, including travel
to any countries other than the United States, at the time of their
visa application;
- Include a letter of invitation from the meeting organizer or the U.S.
host, specifying the subject, location and dates of the activity, and
how travel and local expenses will be covered;
- If travel plans will depend on early approval of the visa application,
specify this at the time of the application;
- Provide proof of professional scientific and/or educational status
(students should provide a university transcript).
This list is not to be considered complete. Please visit the web sites
above for the most up-to-date information.
Weather
In this region of Connecticut, the averages for the month of October
are a high of 64°F and a low of 41°F. Precipitation in October
averages 3.5 inches and Snow is not expected (but you never know!).
New England weather varies considerably. It would be wise to consult
the weather forecast on the web (e.g. www.weather.com
for Storrs, CT) just before coming to the meeting.
