2012 Department and Division Chair Workshops

Hotel and Travel

Indianapolis, Indiana
April 12-14, 2012
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Omni Severin Hotel
40 West Jackson Place
Indianapolis, IN 46225
Phone: (800) 843-6664; Fax: (317) 687-3612		 Omni Severin Hotel
 
Hotel Reservations Deadline: Friday, March 23, 2012
Room Rate: $129 single/double per night
 
For reservations, please call the hotel directly at (800) 843-6664 and state that you are with the Council of Independent Colleges’ 2012 Workshop for Department and Division Chairs. The reservation cut-off date is Friday, March 23, 2012. Any reservations made after that date can be accommodated at the conference rate only on a space-available basis.

General Information
The recently renovated, four-diamond Omni Severin Hotel is located in the heart of the entertainment district in downtown Indianapolis. It offers contemporary amenities while maintaining its historic charm. The Omni Severin is connected to the Circle Centre Mall and to the convention center via skywalks and is just a short walk to Lucas Oil Stadium and Conseco Fieldhouse.

Airport Transportation
Indianapolis International Airport (IND) is 13.5 miles from the Omni Severin Hotel. Transportation options include:
  • Taxi service from the airport is approximately $35–$39 one way.
  • The airport shuttle, Green Line Express, is $7 per person (5:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m.); call (317) 635-3344 for reservations.
Hotel Parking
Self-parking is available approximately one block from the hotel in the Pan Am parking garage ($18 for 24 hours per car without in/out privileges). Onsite valet parking is available for $23 per night with in and out privileges. If guests leave their cars in valet after 3:00 p.m. on the date of check-out, there will be an additional $16 charge.


Providence, Rhode Island
May 15-17, 2012
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Providence Biltmore
11 Dorrance Street
Providence, RI 02903
Phone: (401) 421-0700; Fax: (401) 455-3050		 Omni Severin Hotel
 
Hotel Reservations Deadline: Friday, April 20, 2012
Room Rate: $115 single/double per night

For reservations, please call the hotel directly at (401) 421-0700 and state that you are with the Council of Independent Colleges’ 2012 Workshop for Department and Division Chairs. The reservation cut-off date is Friday, April 20, 2012. Any reservations made after that date can be accommodated at the conference rate only on a space-available basis.

General Information
The Providence Biltmore Hotel is centrally located in downtown Providence within walking distance of the business, historical, governmental, and cultural districts, and adjacent to the Rhode Island Convention Center and Providence Place Mall.

Airport Transportation
Theodore F. Green (PVD) Airport is approximately ten miles from the Providence Biltmore Hotel. Standard cab fare is about $32. Transportation options include:
  • Airport Taxi and Limousine Service: (401) 737-2868
  • Airport Shuttle Service (Providence shuttle): (401) 737-2868; The shuttle leaves the airport at the top of each hour and arrives at the hotel at 22 minutes past the hour. The cost is $11 one way.
  • Cozy Cab, Inc. (Newport Shuttle): (401) 846-1500 or (800) 846-1502
  • The Providence Amtrak station is located three blocks from the hotel.
Hotel Parking
Discounted valet parking and parking for non-registered guests is $15 per day.


Charleston, South Carolina
May 22-24, 2012
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Francis Marion Hotel - FULL
387 King Street
Charleston, SC 29403
Phone: (877) 756-2121; Fax: (843) 853-2186		 Omni Severin Hotel

Overflow Hotel
Days Inn Charleston Historic District
155 Meeting Street (a half mile from the Francis Marion Hotel)
Charleston, SC 29401
Phone: (843) 722-8411; Fax: (843) 723-5361

Hotel Reservations Deadline: Monday, May 21, 2012
Room Rate: $139 single/double per night
 
For reservations, please call the Days Inn directly at (843) 722-8411 and state that you are with the Council of Independent Colleges’ 2012 Workshop for Division Chairs. The reservation cut-off date is Monday, May 21, 2012. Any reservations made after that date can be accommodated at the conference rate only on a space-available basis.

General Information
The Francis Marion Hotel has been at the center of Charleston’s social, business, and community life for over 85 years. Few hotels in the Historic District offer visitors an opportunity to immerse themselves in Charleston’s past and present with such convenience. The location provides guests with an easy walk to an array of shops, restaurants, antiques, and attractions, including the South Carolina Aquarium, Charleston Harbor Tours, and the Charleston Visitor Center.

Airport Transportation
Charleston International Airport (CHS) is 12.5 miles from the Francis Marion Hotel. Transportation options include:
  • Taxi service from the airport is approximately $35 one way.
  • The airport shuttle is $12 per person.
Francis Marion Hotel Parking
  • Valet parking is available at $17 per day and will be automatically charged to your room bill.
  • Self-parking is available in the City Garage located next door to the hotel. The charge is $12 per 24-hour period and is payable to the garage attendant in cash.

Portland, Oregon
June 5-7, 2012
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The Benson Hotel
309 SW Broadway
Portland, OR 97205
Phone: (503) 228-2000 or (888) 523-6766
Fax: (503) 471-3921		 Omni Severin Hotel
 
Hotel Reservations Deadline: Friday, May 11, 2012
Room Rate: $139 single/double per night
 
For reservations, please call the hotel directly at (503) 228-2000 or (888) 523-6766 and state that you are with the Council of Independent Colleges’ 2012 Workshop for Department and Division Chairs. The reservation cut-off date is Friday, May 11, 2012. Any reservations made after that date can be accommodated at the conference rate only on a space-available basis.

General Information
The Benson Hotel is approximately 11 miles from the airport and is located in the heart of downtown Portland. The Benson Hotel is convenient to sightseeing, shopping, the Pearl District, performing arts centers, and museums.

Airport Transportation
Most transportation providers serve downtown Portland, which is approximately 20–40 minutes from Portland International Airport.
  • Taxi service is available with a number of cab companies from the airport to downtown Portland. Cab fares are approximately $30 per person one-way.
  • Shuttle service is provided by Green Cab Company to downtown Portland for $14 per person one-way. Reservations are required at least 24 hours in advance. Please contact them at (503) 252-4422.
  • MAX Red Line is located steps away from the airport baggage claim area and provides transportation from the airport to downtown in about 35 minutes.
Hotel Parking
Valet parking is available with unlimited in and out privileges at a discounted rate of $26 per night. Self-parking options at $18 per night are available at private garages located within one block of the hotel.