General
Are CEUs being offered for the conference?
Unfortunately, we are not able to offer CEUs at this time. The Conference is fortunate to have professional diversity among conference attendees. However, offering multiple types of Continuing Education Units is costly and would force us to raise registration fees.
When is the deadline to apply for a scholarship?
Scholarships are awarded on a rolling basis. Recipients will begin being notified on July 15, therefore we recommend submitting an application by July 1.
How can I join the conference mailing list?
You may request being included on the conference mailing list by sending an email to
ccconf@drexel.edu.
What does being a Conference Partner entail?
Conference partners are integral to ensuring the success of our conference. Partners help promote the conference through various forms: weblink, listserv, newsletter, mailings, etc To be recognized as a Conference Partner in conference materials, please complete the Conference Partner Form available here: http://www.diversityrxconference.org/Become-a-Conference-Partner/117 and indicate how you will be able to help promote the conference. Conference Partner organizations will be recognized on the conference website as well as in print materials for the conference.
What does being a Conference Sponsor entail?
Conference sponsors provide the financial backing which enables us to present one of the most respected and well-supported conferences on cultural competence and health disparities reduction in the United States.
For more information on how to become a conference sponsor, please contact Candice Mathew Healy at chealy22@comcast.net or 413-754-3119.
Who should I contact if I am interested in hosting a scholarship recipient in my home?
If you are interested in being a host, please email the conference account at
ccconf@drexel.edu. As a host, you are entitled to complimentary registration to the conference.
Who should I contact if I am interested in volunteering to work at the conference?
Please email ccconf@drexel.edu and we will get in touch with you regarding volunteer options. If you are able to volunteer for 4 or more hours, you will receive complimentary admission to the conference.
I would like to help promote the conference by distributing brochures. Who should I contact?
Will audio recordings of the conference be made available?
We will have audio tapes and possibly CDs available for sale during and after the conference. Please check our website in October 2008 for more information.
How should I address packages sent to the conference?
Depending on your participation role during the conference, packages will be listed differently. Please see our Shipping Instructions for details.
Registration
When is the last day to register for the conference?
To receive the early bird registration rates, you must register by August 21, 2008. After that date, regular rates apply. To register online, please go to: http://www.diversityrxconference.org/registration/. After September 5, 2008, registration is accepted on-site only (space permitting) with additional fees ($30 above regular rate to register for full conference, $15 above regular registration for daily registrations).
If I am registering for the conference as a student, how should I go about proving my student status?
To verify your status as a student, please fax a photocopy of your student ID to Jen Merkel at 602-265-7771.
How will I know if the preconference session I registered for is overbooked?
If you registered for a preconference workshop or special tour, you will be notified IF we are UNABLE to accommodate your first choice.
Do I need to register to attend main conference concurrent sessions?
There is no pre-registration for main conference concurrent sessions. Participation in those sessions is on a first come, first served basis.
Who to Contact
Registration Questions: Please contact our Registration Manager, Jen Merkel, at
jmerkel@cmiresources.com or (602) 265-8814 ext: 33.
Scholarship Inquiries: Please email ccconf@drexel.edu.
Exhibitor Information: Please contact our Exhibitor Manager, Tatiana Reeves at treeves@cmiresources.com or (310) 216-6772 x35.
Lodging/Hotel Reservations:
(1) Call the Minneapolis Marriott City Center Hotel direct at (612) 349-4000
(2) Click here to make a hotel room reservation online using the "QHCQHCA" group code.
Presentation Questions
Who do I contact if I have A/V or other needs concerning my presentation?
Please complete the “equipment needs” section of your Presenter Response Form to inform us of you’re A/V needs for your presentation. If you have a special request, please contact Marge Risinger at
mrisinger@cmiresources.com.
When is the last day to change who the primary speaker is for our presentation?
The last day to change any details of your presentation – title, revised abstract, presenter information - is August 15, due to our printing deadline.
Should I submit my presentation before hand?
Yes, we ask that you please submit your presentation before hand by uploading it in the online system. In order to access the system, you will need to click on the link sent to you in your original acceptance email. Uploaded presentations will be accessible in PDF format from the conference website AFTER the conference. You still must bring an electronic copy of your presentation with you to the conference for your session. Please arrive a few minutes early in order to load your presentation onto the hard drive so it will run more efficiently.
How can I verify that I am confirmed?
In order to see if you have confirmed, please check you Presenter Response Form online by following the link that was sent to you in your acceptance letter.
If I am presenting a poster or e-poster, what format should it be in?
I am a co-presenter and have not received a notification email. Why is this?
Only lead presenters are sent emails; please contact the person who has been elected the lead presenter of your presentation.