McNair Scholars Research Conference and Graduate School Fair
October 11-12, 2012 • University of Delaware
Accommodations
Embassy Suites Hotel
654 South College Avenue, Newark, DE 19713
Click
here for more information about this hotel.
The Embassy Suites Hotel is the conference host hotel and primary conference location.
The Embassy Suites Newark-Wilmington/South is located in the heart of the Brandywine Valley, a region steeped in history and local beauty. Enjoy the many sporting activities in the locale including Frawley Stadium – home of the Wilmington Blue Rocks, and Delaware Park Racetrack. Catch the Fighting Blue Hens right across the road at the University of Delaware Sports Complex. Shopping and dining is tax free in Delaware – head to Christiana Mall to browse the many stores or enjoy a meal in one of the numerous restaurants. Head to the Wilmington Riverfront for many attractions including parks, a wildlife refuge, a museum, and a tall ship. Visit the Delaware Art Museum to view the American art collection and pieces from the British Pre-Raphaelites or spend a day in the historic district of New Castle touring the homes, churches and gardens of the quaint town.
Rate is $129/night
for a double queen suite or king-size suite. Reserve by September 12,
2012. Guests may make reservations by calling 302-368-8000.
When making reservations, please ask for the UD McNair Scholars Conference
participant rate.
 Homewood Suites by Hilton—adjacent to the host hotel
640 S. College Ave., Newark, DE 19713
Tel.: 302-453-9700; fax: 302-453-9600
Located adjacent to Sleep Inn on Rt. 896/S. College Avenue, across the street from the University
of Delaware Stadium. Complimentary hot breakfast, indoor pool, fitness center, guest laundry, valet dry cleaning, wireless high-speed Internet access. Click
here for more information about this hotel.
Rate is $129/night. All suites have king-size bed in bedroom and queen-size sleeper sofa in living area. Reserve by September 12,
2012. Guests may make reservations by calling 302-453-9700. When making reservations, please ask for the UD McNair Scholars Conference
participant rate.
Courtyard Marriott Newark—University of Delaware
400 David Hollowell Drive, Newark, DE 19716
Voice: 302-737-0900; fax: 302-737-0990
Located on
the University of Delaware’s Laird Campus, off Route 896
North/New London Road, adjacent to the Clayton Hall Conference
Center. Guest rooms include dual line speaker telephone with data
port and voice mail, high-speed Internet access, remote control
cable TV, individual climate control, iron, ironing board, complimentary
daily newspaper, in-room coffee, and hair dryer. Special features
include an indoor pool, whirlpool, fitness center, and a restaurant
with breakfast buffet and dinner service. Click
here for more information about this hotel.
Rate is $144/night
for single/double occupancy; reserve by August 11,
2012. Guests may make reservations by calling 302-737-0900.
When making reservations, please ask for the UD McNair Scholars
participant rate.
Comfort Suites
1570 Elkton Road;
Elkton, MD 21921
Click
here for more information about this hotel.
Sheraton Wilmington South Hotel
365 Airport Road;
New Castle, DE 19720
The new Sheraton Wilmington South Hotel welcomes the guests of the McNair Scholars Research Conference and Graduate School Fair. We are conveniently located off of I-95, just north of the University of Delaware campus. Our many amenities include complimentary Internet access in all guest rooms and public areas, indoor pool and Jacuzzi, 1400 sq. ft. fitness center, and a full service restaurant and bar. Click
here for more information about this hotel.
Rate is $139/night for a double queen suite or king bedroom suite. Please reserve by September 12, 2012. Complimentary shuttle to campus is available with advance request. Guests may make reservations by calling 302-328-6200. When making a reservation, please ask for the UD McNair Scholars participant rate.
|
