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CONFERENCE DETAILS
Conference Features
Research
Students and Faculty in data science will have the opportunity to present their research through research talks and poster sessions.
Education
Our comprehensive program includes multiple data science workshops led by conference organizers. Attendees will gain valuable insights and practical skills in the field of data science.
Adventure
A unique aspect of this conference is the opportunity to embark on expeditions in Southern Utah, fostering connections between attendees and recruiters while enjoying the outdoors.
Key Deadlines
Registration Deadlines:
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4/1: Priority online registration ends (students: $150; faculty $500; industry: $650)
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5/19: Last day to register online (students: $200; faculty $600; industry $750)*
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5/27-30: onsite registration available (students: $200; faculty $600; industry $750)*
* Science and excursion only available until slots are filled (see below)
Housing:
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4/1: Housing deadline ($200 for double occupancy, Mon 5/27-Fri 5/30)
Science:
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4/1: Last day to submit abstracts for talk consideration
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Poster space is available until spots are filled
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Workshops are available until space is filled
Excursions:
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5/1 or until all spots are filled
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Tentative Schedule
Tuesday, May 27th:
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Conference Welcome
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Lunch/Mini Excursion 1: Pioneer Park and Dixie Rock Scavenger Hunt
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Workshops 1 and 3
- ​Poster Session 1​
Wednesday, May 28th:
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Student/Faculty Presentations
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Lunch Break (on your own)
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Excursion 1 (likely Pine Valley)*
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Thursday, May 29th:
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Student/Faculty Presentations
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Lunch/Mini Excursion 2: Southern Utah History Tour
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Student/Faculty Presentations
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Poster Session 2
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Friday, May 30th:
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Workshops 3-4
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Lunch Break (on your own)
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Excursion 2 (Zion Narrows)*
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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
Dual Occupancy Conference Housing
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We will be booking a block of hotel rooms for double occupancy housing for students.
Hotels
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Here are several other lodging options in St. George (incomplete list, ordered by distance): ​​
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Coming soon!
MEET THE TEAM
Scientific Organizing Committee
Rick Brown, PhD
Southern Utah University
Evan Johnson, PhD
Rutgers University
Jake Rhodes, PhD
Brigham Young University
