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CONFERENCE DETAILS
Conference Features
Research
Students in data science will have the opportunity to present their research through a poster session. In addition, several abstracts will be invited by the Scientific Organizing Committee to give an oral presentation of their work.
Education
The Red Rock Data Science Student Conference will offer a comprehensive program, including a data science workshop led by esteemed professors. Attendees will gain valuable insights and practical skills in the field of data science, ensuring a high-caliber educational experience.
Industry Engagement
Leading companies with data science interests will be represented at this conference, offering attendees an exclusive opportunity to engage with potential employers.
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 (cost $150)
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5/1: Last day to register online (cost $200)*
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5/21-23: onsite registration available ($200)*
* Science and excursion only available until slots are filled (see below)
Housing:
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4/1: On campus housing deadline ($50 1-3 days; $100 4-5 days)
Science:
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4/1: Last day to submit abstracts for talk consideration
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Poster space available until spots are filled
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Workshops available until space is filled
Excursions:
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4/1 or until all spots are filled
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Update (3/15/24): only 21 excursion slots remain!
Tentative Schedule
Tuesday, May 21st:
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Workshop 1 (Kernel Machine Learning)
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includes lunch break ​
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Excursion 1 (likely Kolob Canyons)*
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Wednesday, May 22nd:
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Student Presentations
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Lunch Break
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Poster Sessions
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Thursday, May 23rd:
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Student Presentations
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Lunch Break
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Excursion 2 (likely Zion Narrows)*
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Friday, May 24th:
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Workshop 2 (Advanced R for Data Science)
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includes lunch break ​
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*Cost of excursions and associated travel included in conference registration
Travel Recommendations
Air Transportation
For most attendees, we recommend flying into Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) and use a shuttle service to Cedar City (see below).
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You may also fly into Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas (LAS), especially if you plan to rent a car (see below), as LAS is physically closer than SLC. But please be advised that getting from Las Vegas to Cedar City via shuttle service is much more involved (and requires a shuttle layover).
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There are also local airports in St. George, UT (SGU) and Cedar City, UT (CDC) with limited flights. These regional airports provide more direct travel to Cedar City (usually at an increased cost).
Ground Transportation
From Salt Lake City Airport to Cedar City (4-5 hours):
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St. George Shuttle (4 hours): Offers daily shuttle services from Salt Lake City to Cedar City, 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 (5 hours): Provides shuttle services from Salt Lake City to Cedar City, with prices as low as $40 each way. For details and reservations, visit Salt Lake Express.
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From St. George to Cedar City (about an hour):
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St. George Shuttle: Offers daily shuttle services from St. George to Cedar City, 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: Provides shuttle services from St. George to Cedar City, with prices as low as $40 each way. For details and reservations, visit Salt Lake Express.
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From Las Vegas to Cedar City (3-7 hours):
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The best option from Las Vegas is to rent a car! It will take a little under 3 hours (~177 miles) to drive to Cedar City. But the drive is probably the most scenic and beautiful interstate route in America!
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St. George Shuttle (4-7 hours): Offers daily shuttle services from Las Vegas to Cedar City, but requires a layover in St. George. For schedules and booking, visit St. George Shuttle or call (435) 628-8320.
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FixBus and Greyhound (4 hours): Also offer direct service from Las Vegas to Cedar City with prices between $35-$90.
Getting Around
Upon reaching Cedar City, the following local transportation options are available:
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Cedar Area Transportation Service: local bus system with day passes for $5.00.
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Uber: prices will vary but are typically ~$10.00 to get around town.
Housing Options
University Provided Housing
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You may choose to stay in male or female dorms for the duration of the conference. These are shared rooms with one other conference attendee. These suites are located on the Southeast edge of the SUU campus, and are equipped with full kitchens and several bathrooms.
Hotels
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Here are several other lodging options in Cedar City (incomplete list, ordered by distance):
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The Big Yellow Inn: An elegant Georgian Revival bed and Breakfast just minutes (walking) from the Southern Utah University campus.
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Best Western Plus: Approximately 0.4 miles East of Southern Utah University, making it less than a 10-minute walk.
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​Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham: Approximately 0.87 miles west of SUU, making it about a 15-minute walk.
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Wingate by Wyndham - Cedar City: Located around 1.41 miles south of SUU, equivalent to about a 25-minute walk.​​
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Comfort Inn & Suites - Cedar City: Roughly 1.56 miles south of SUU.
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Hampton Inn Cedar City: Situated approximately 1.69 miles southwest of SUU.
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Courtyard Marriott Cedar City: About 1.7 miles south of SUU.
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cedar City: About 1.74 miles south of SUU.
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MEET THE TEAM
Scientific Organizing Committee
Rick Brown, PhD
Southern Utah University
Shannon Neeley-Tass, PhD
Brigham Young University
Evan Johnson, PhD
Rutgers University
John Stevens, PhD
Utah State University
Shariq Mohammad, PhD
Boston University
Ac Tan, PhD
Huntsman Cancer Institute, University of Utah
