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CONFERENCE DETAILS
Research
Students and Faculty in data science will have the opportunity to present their research through research talks and poster sessions.
Education
A unique aspect the opportunity to participate in expeditions in Southern Utah, fostering connections between attendees and recruiters while enjoying the outdoors.
Adventure
A unique aspect the opportunity to participate in expeditions in Southern Utah, fostering connections while enjoying the outdoors.
Key Deadlines
Registration Deadlines:
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4/6: Priority online registration ends (students: $150; faculty $400; industry: $500)
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5/4: Last day to register online (students: $200; faculty $500; industry $650)*
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5/18-21: onsite registration available (students: $200; faculty $500; industry $650)*
* Science and excursions are only available until slots are filled (see below)
Excursion Companions:
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If you would like to bring a travel companion (partner, child, or friend), who is not registered for the conference, please register them as a "companion" on the registration form (cost: $100). They will be able to ride the bus with you to the excursion and we will be given complementary rentals for Narrows hiking shoes.
Housing: ​
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TBD: Conference negotiated single room rates​ -- book your own, see details below
Science:
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4/13: Last day to submit abstracts for talk and poster consideration
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Workshops are available until space is filled
Excursions:
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5/4 or until all spots are filled
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Tentative Schedule
Monday, May 18th:
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Conference Welcome
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Student/Faculty Presentations
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​Poster Session 1​
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Lunch (on own)
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Excursion 1 (Snow Canyon)*
Tuesday, May 19th:
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Workshops 1-2
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Lunch Break (on your own)
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Student/Faculty Presentations
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Poster Session 2
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Wednesday, May 20th:
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Student/Faculty Presentations
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Poster Session 3
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Lunch (on own)
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Excursion 2 (Zion Narrows)*
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Thursday, May 21st:
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Student/Faculty Presentations
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Poster Session 4
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Lunch Break (on your own)
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Workshops 3-4
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* Cost of excursions and associated travel included in conference registration
Travel Recommendations
Air Transportation
We recommend flying into Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas (LAS) and use a shuttle service to St. George (see below).
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You may also fly into Salt Lake International Airport in Salt Lake City (SLC), especially if you plan to rent a car (see below), but Salt Lake is approximately 2 hours further away by car and by shuttle.
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There is also a local airport in St. George, UT (SGU) with limited flights. This regional airport provide more direct travel to St. George (usually at an increased cost).
Ground Transportation
From Las Vegas to St. George (2 hours):
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St. George Shuttle (2 hours): Offers daily shuttle services from Las Vegas to St. George, with prices as low as $40 each way. For schedules and booking, visit St. George Shuttle or call (435) 628-8320.
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Salt Lake Express (2 hours): Provides shuttle services from Las Vegas to St. George, with prices as low as $40 each way. For details and reservations, visit Salt Lake Express.
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Renting a car is also a great option! It will take a little under 2 hours (~110 miles) to drive to St. George. But the drive is probably the most scenic and beautiful interstate route in America! ​
From Salt Lake City Airport to St. George (4-5 hours):
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St. George Shuttle (4-5 hours): Offers daily shuttle services from Salt Lake City to St. George, for prices as low as $50 each way. For schedules and booking, visit St. George Shuttle or call (435) 628-8320.
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Salt Lake Express (4-5 hours): Provides shuttle services from Salt Lake City to St. George, with prices as low as $50 each way. For details and reservations, visit Salt Lake Express.
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From the St. George Airport (10 minutes):
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The best option from the St George Airport (SGU) is to book an Uber once you arrive. Other transportation options are limited (although renting a car is an option). ​​
Getting Around
Upon reaching St. George, the following local transportation options are available:
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Sun Tran is the ocal bus system with fares $1 each way, and day passes for as low as $2.50.
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Uber: prices will vary but are typically ~$10.00 to get around town.
Housing Options
Hotels
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We are in the process of negotiating group room rates for the conference. Details will be posted soon!
MEET THE TEAM
Scientific Organizing Committee
Rick Brown, PhD
Southern Utah University
Evan Johnson, PhD
Red Rock Data Science
Caroline Hutchings
Norco College
Kevin Johnston, PhD
Utah Tech University
Thomas Kerby, PhD
Brigham Young University
Jake Rhodes, PhD
Brigham Young University
