Attending
Online Registration for the 2008 IST Graduate Symposium is now closed!
Weather Notice
Although the Penn State University Park campus has been affected by a 2 hour delay, the IST Graduate Symposium is still continuing on time with breakfast at 7:30 am and the first plenary speaker beginning at 8:30 am. We urge that all participants who plan on being present to use caution as they make their way to the Nittany Lion Inn.
Where can I register?
Online registration is now closed. On-site registration will begin at noon on January 31st. The registration desk will be located in the atrium at the entrance to the ballroom.
If you have any concerns about registration please contact Phillip Ayoub at pja143@psu.edu
What if I did not register but still want to attend the event?
You will need to register onsite at the registration desk which will be located in the atrium in front of the ballroom. You are free to attend any of the keynotes, plenary talks and other breakout sessions. However, we're sorry but the reception, continental breakfast and lunch are for online registrants only due to headcount limitations.
What do I need to do once I have registered?
Make sure to check-in at the registration desk which will be located in the atrium in front of the ballroom. You will receive a packet, lanyard, and printed program. Then feel free to attend any of the sessions.
What are the 2008 IST Graduate Symposium Conference Fees?
The 2008 IST Graduate Symposium is FREE!
You MUST register by the online registration deadline (January 28th) to attend the evening reception on January 31st and the continental breakfast and lunch on February 1st.
Who should register?
Any person wishing to attend and/or who is presenting at the symposium should register. This includes students, faculty, administration, invited guests and other community members.
Is a program of events available?
The Program is now available here.
What companies will be attending?
Representatives from Google, Steelcase, IBM TJ Watson Research Center, GE Global Research, MIT Lincoln Lab, ExxonMobile, SPARTA National Security Systems, The Electric Sheep Company, and others will be in attendance. To see specific attendees please go see the About page.
When is the 2008 IST Graduate Symposium?
The 2008 IST Graduate Symposium will open at 12:00 PM on Thursday January 31st and will run through the day on Friday February 1st. For a complete listing of events and times please see the program.
How should I dress?
This is a "business casual" event. For presenters and panelists, you are representing your work, your advisers, your school and yourself, so dress how you would like to be seen. For general attendees, there is no dress code but you never know who you may meet and might want to impress. If you need more help, you may always turn to Wikipedia for guidance.
Where is the 2008 IST Graduate Symposium being held?
The 2008 IST Graduate Symposium is being held at the Nittany Lion Inn.
~2008 IST Graduate Symposium Committee