South Central BIO-LINK Meeting 2010
June 11th to June 13th
Del Mar College
Corpus Christi, TX
Bio-Link Conferences allow members and partners to share successes in teaching the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for student success in the rapidly changing biotechnology workplace. A highly qualified workforce is one of the major factors required for high tech industries like biotechnology to thrive. Bio-Link and its members are dedicated to supplying the workforce with such skilled personnel.
At the regional meeting, participants will learn new skills and techniques, examine and test exemplary curriculum models and instructional materials, and engage in discussions about regional program needs. Participants are expected to implement new skills, materials, and strategies into their own programs, to lead regional staff development activities, and provide prompt response to follow-up surveys.
Sponsorship Opportunities:
Please take advantage of a unique opportunity to connect with educators from across our region by choosing to sponsor one of the following conference needs:
Morning coffees or conference breaks · Thursday, Friday, Saturday, or Sunday lunch · Promotional items: tote bags, pencils, T-shirts, note pads, etc. · Door prizes
Participants will appreciate your contribution and will be able to take home items representing your company.
PARTICIPANT REGISTRATION FORM
Please complete all of the following information.
Print clearly or type.
Title: Dr. Mr. Ms. Gender: Male Female
First Name: ______Last Name: ______
Title: ______
Organization: ______
Address: ______
City: ______State: ______Zip Code: ______
Telephone: ______Fax: ______
E-mail: ______
A registration fee of $50 will be waived for all educators and one representative from each workshop sponsor. Please see below for information on lodging expenses.
PLEASE RETURN THIS REGISTRATION FORM TO Steven Spurlock at or Fax at 512-223-5899 no later than May 20th, 2009. If a fee is required, please mail to Biotechnology Program, 3401 Webberville Rd., Austin, TX, 78736.
Chose affiliation
Academic Industry Sponsor Industry Representative ($50 fee)
Please select if you which days you will be attending
Friday, June 11th Saturday, June 12th
Sunday, June 13th
Please describe your program and any special needs in your area (i.e. manufacturing).
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Hotel Information:
The hotel most convenient to Del Mar College is the Holiday Inn Hotel Corpus Christi-Emerald Beach. The Best Western Marina Grand is also located close to the college. There are numerous other hotels in this area in addition to those listed below.
We recommend staying at the Holiday Inn Hotel Corpus Christi-Emerald Beach.
Holiday Inn Hotel Corpus Christi-Emerald Beach is located approximately 10.4 miles from the airport and 1.7 miles from campus.
1102 South Shoreline Boulevard
Corpus Christi, TX
(361) 883-5731
Near the Campus:
Best Western Marina Grand
300 North Shoreline Boulevard
Corpus Christi, TX
(361) 883-5111
2.40 miles from campus
Omni Hotel Corpus Christi - Bayfront Tower
900 North Shoreline Boulevard
(361) 887-1600
3.66 miles from campus
Candlewood Suites Corpus Christi
5014 Crosstown Expressway
Corpus Christi, TX
(800) 770-5675
3.08 miles from campus
Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham
1442 South Padre Island Drive
Corpus Christi, TX
(361) 854-3400
4.1 mi from campus
Homewood Suites
5201 Crosstown / SH 286
Corpus Christi, TX 78417
(361) 854-1331
3.28 miles from campus
Conference Location:
The conference will be held at Del Mar College – East campus, 101 Baldwin Blvd, Corpus Christi, TX 78404. All sessions are to be held at the Garcia Science Bldg.
Campus Map: http://www.delmar.edu/resources/maps/east.php
For directions we recommend you use mapquest, yahoo maps, or google to get the most accurate information. The closest airport is the Corpus Christi International Airport