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Science & Religion: Global PerspectivesAn International, Interfaith, and Interdisciplinary ConferencePhiladelphia, PA, USAJune 4through June 8, 2005* * * * * hosted by: Metanexus Institute* * * * * We are pleased that you will be attending Metanexus’ 5th Annual conference at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. We hope the following information will be helpful as you plan for your attendance. Below you will find travel, registration, housing and other relevant logistical information to help you plan ahead. Please note this gathering represents the fourth annual gathering of Local Societies Initiative grantees, now boasting 168 societies in 34 countries across the globe. Over 150 participants in this conference will represent granted groups of the Local Societies Initiative. From all of us at the Metanexus Institute, we welcome you and thank you for participating in Science & Religion: Global Perspectives! Sincerely, Table of Contents: Registration Fees
Registration Fees:
*Please note: if staying off-campus and paying registration only, all meals are paid out-of-pocket, except the Saturday June 4 reception and Tuesday June 7 closing banquet. The reception and banquet are included in the registration fee; however, we must know if you plan to attend. If you do plan to take advantage of these meals, please notify conference2005 @metanexus.net. Air Travel:If you are traveling to the Philadelphia area by air, the most convenient place to arrive is the Philadelphia International Airport (airport code PHL). Flights to New York and Newark airports are also convenient to Amtrak transportation into Philadelphia 's 30th Street Station.
Shuttle Transportation:If you require shuttle service to U Penn from the Philadelphia Airport, we suggest Lady Liberty Shuttle--fares are $8 for all passengers. NO RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED FOR TRIPS TO PHILADELPHIA FROM THE PHILADELPHIA AIRPORT. Please note: Lady Liberty's last shuttle is at 12:00 midnight, after that time, taxis or trains are the only options. The following is the procedure at the airport: Upon arrival at Philadelphia International Airport, proceed to the baggage claim area and collect your luggage.
Have Lady Liberty Shuttle Service drop you at the Hamilton College House on Locust Walk between Walnut and Locust Streets and 39th and40th Streets, where you will register for housing and drop off your bags. You will then proceed to Logan Hall, at the end of Locust Walk between Walnut and Spruce Streets and 36th and 34th Streets, for registration to the conference. If you are arriving before or after the scheduled registration times on Saturday, June 4, 2005: Have Lady Liberty Shuttle Service drop you at the Hamilton College House on Locust Walk between Walnut and Locust Streets and 39th and 40th Streets and register for your room there. To arrange return to the airport, you can reach Lady Liberty by calling 215.724.8888, via fax at 215.724.7777, or by e-mail at ladylibshuttle@aol.com.
Train Transportation from Airport:You can also take the R1 train from the airport to 30th Street Station, for $5.50, and follow the directions below. The Airport Express Train leaves 9 minutes after every half hour, and will take you to either the University City Station on Convention Ave or to 30th Street Station. The ride takes 18 minutes to the University City Station.
Taxi Transportation from Airport:A metered taxicab costs about $20.00 and the ride takes about 20 minutes.
Directions to Philadelphia by Train:If you plan to travel by train, take Amtrak to Philadelphia to Philadelphia's 30th Street Station. From there, one can walk to campus in about 15 minutes. A metered cab costs about $5.00, including tip, and the ride takes about 5 minutes. The SEPTA No. 30 bus runs from the station to campus. The fare is $2 and exact change is required. The ride takes 8 minutes and stops at Civic Center Boulevard & University Avenue. From 30th St. Station, one may take the R1, R2 or R3 railroad lines one stop to the University City Station (behind the Penn Tower Hotel). For more information using the R1, R2, R3 Rail Lines, the Subway/Surface Rail Lines, the Market/Frankford Rail Line or the LUCY Loop to get to the campus please visit: http://www.facilities.upenn.edu/visitUs/visit2.php3
From Greyhound Trailways Bus Terminal:The Bus Terminal is located at 11th & Filbert Streets in Center City, Philadelphia. Exit the terminal and walk one block south to Market Street to board the Market/Frankford Rail Line, to 34th & Market Streets. The fare is $2.00 (exact change is required). Or, transfer from the Market/Frankford Line at 30th Street Station, to the Subway/Surface trolley (routes #11, #13, #34 or #36) and stop at 36th & Sansom Streets, or 37th & Spruce Streets. The fare is $2 (exact change is required) and the transfer is free. A metered cab costs about $12.00.
Directions by Car:The University of Pennsylvania campus is located in an area of West Philadelphia known as University City. Map of Southeastern Pennsylvania : http://www.facilities.upenn.edu/mapsBldgs/view_map.php3?id=195 Map of Philadelphia region: http://www.facilities.upenn.edu/mapsBldgs/view_map.php3?id=196 Schuylkill Expressway (I-76) > Exit at 30th Street Station > Exit 345 (formerly exit 39) Schuylkill Expressway (I-76) > Exit on South Street > Exit 346A (formerly exit 40) Schuylkill Expressway (I-76) > Exit on University Avenue > Exit 346B (formerly exit 41) From the Northeast: Take the New Jersey Turnpike to exit 4 for Route 73 North. Proceed on Route 73 North to I-295 South. From I-295 South, take exit 26 of I-76 West. Cross over to Philadelphia via the Walt Whitman Bridge. This section of I-76 is also called the Schuylkill Expressway. Take Exit 346A for South Street , and turn right onto South Street to enter campus. Note: Exit 346A is a LEFT LANE EXIT. From the Northeast Extension, Pennsylvania Turnpike (I-476): Take the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension South to the PA Turnpike, East-West Interchange. Remain on I-476 (The PA TP, northeast extension portion of I-476, terminates at the PA TP east-west interchange). Continue on I-476 South, approximately 3.6 miles to Exit 16A, I-76 East (Schuylkill Expressway). Take I-76 East approximately 12.6 miles to Exit 346A, South Street , which EXITS ON THE LEFT. Turn right onto South Street to enter the campus. From the Northwest: Take the Pennsylvania Turnpike to Exit 326, Valley Forge Interchange. Take I-76 East (Schuylkill Expressway) approximately 17 miles to Exit 346A, South Street, which EXITS ON THE LEFT. Turn right onto South Street to enter the campus. From the North: Take I-95 South to I-676 Westbound toward Center City . From I-676 exit in less than two miles taking "exit only" ramp towards the airport marked I-76 East. Proceed less than a mile to Exit 346A, South Street, which EXITS ON THE LEFT. Turn right onto South Street to enter the campus. From the South: Take I-95 North to Exit 15 signed "291 West to I-76." Follow 291 West across (Platt) Bridge to 26th Street, which leads directly onto I-76 West. Take I-76 West 3 miles to Exit 346A, South Street, which EXITS ON THE LEFT. Turn left onto South Street to enter the campus.
Parking:There are ten public pay parking facilities around the campus. Map of facilities: http://www.facilities.upenn.edu/mapsBldgs/view_map.php3?id=419 Metered pay parking is available on many city streets. Additional parking information and policy is available at: http://www.upenn.edu/transportation Free on the street parking is available along Spruce Street, 34th Street, and 33rd Street. A parking lot, Lot #7, is located on South Street and Convention Avenue (next to the Hotel Penn Tower).
Registration:Check-in registration for the conference will take place on Saturday, June 4, from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. at the Houston Hall in the Perelman Quadrangle, at the end of Locust Walk between Walnut and Spruce Streets and 36th & 34th Streets. Those who are staying overnight on the campus should check-in first at Hamilton College House on Locust Walk between Walnut and Locust Streets and 39th and 40th Streets. You should try to arrive no later than 4:00 p.m., if possible. If you have any physical limitations requiring particular living arrangements, please contact our office as soon as possible so we can do our best to accommodate you. Checkout time, for those staying on campus, will begin after breakfast on Wednesday, June 8th. Please note that if you choose to arrive early or stay late, you may need to make your own arrangements for lodging.
Housing:Conferees who choose the room and board option will stay in apartments/suites in the Hamilton College House on the campus of the University of Pennsylvania. These are made up of 2-4 single occupancy bedrooms, each room with a separate entrance, shared living room, kitchenette, and shared bath. Each bedroom contains an extra-long (36"x80") twin bed, flat sheet, top sheet, blanket, one pillow with case, four towels, desk, dresser, and wall mounted fixtures. You may wish to bring hangers, toiletries, and an alarm clock with you. Bathrooms vary, as some have showers; others, shower/tub combos. Living rooms have seating for 4 to 6 people, table and chairs, wastebaskets, and floor lamps. Public facilities include a first floor lounge, laundries and an accessible roof top lounge. Many facilities have special amenities such as commissaries, pianos, pool tables, ATMs, coffee houses, vending machines, recreational equipment and more. In all of the College Houses, safety is of the utmost importance. Security staff are stationed at entrances around the clock. House Managers and a full complement of housekeeping and maintenance staff are available in case of an emergency. Visitors are welcome, but must be signed in by residents. Hamilton is close to Philly's bus, trolley, and subway lines; the Fresh Grocer supermarket; and premiere cinema, the Bridge. Further information about accommodations, etc. can be found by visiting: http://www.facilities.upenn.edu/mapsBldgs/view_map.php3?id=280 or http://www.facilities.upenn.edu/mapsBldgs/view_bldg.php3?id=46
Alternate Accommodations:For those wishing to stay in private rooms, the following facilities are within walking distance of the conference site and available for reservations: SHERATON UNIVERSITY CITY HOTEL HILTON/INN AT PENN *For significantly reduced rates!
Recreational Amenities:The University of Pennsylvania and the surrounding area offers a
wide variety of recreational and entertainment facilities. A
full map of area restaurants and stores is available online at: A map of Campus Art Galleries and Sculptures can be found by visiting: http://www.facilities.upenn.edu/mapsBldgs/view_map.php3?id=16 Specific pieces and galleries can be found here: http://www.facilities.upenn.edu/artHistory
Meals:All meals, from dinner on Saturday, June 4, through breakfast on Wednesday, June 8th, will be on the campus. Breakfast will be served at the Class of 1920 Commons (known simply as "1920 Commons"), across from the conference accomodations at Hamilton College House on Locust Walk. All lunches will be available in Houston Hall. Dinner on Sunday and Monday nights will be served in 1920 Commons. On Saturday, June 4, the evening reception and meal will take place in the Hall of Flags, and on Tuesday, June 7, the closing banquet will be in the Hall of Flags, both at the conference site in Houston Hall. The cafeteria and catering services at the University provide a diverse selection of cafeteria and buffet style meals that offer selections for everyone's tastes, including fresh fruits and vegetables, vegetarian or special diets. We make every effort to accommodate the needs of our conference guests. If you have particular needs, please let us know!
Phone and E-mail:There are no direct telephone lines into and from apartments; however, calls can be made from payphones throughout the campus. We recommend that you bring a cell phone or a telephone calling card or credit card for outgoing long distance calls.
What to Bring:Casual business to casual clothing and good walking shoes are the dress for the week. The weather in the Philadelphia area in early June can vary, from comfortable and pleasantly warm to quite cool. Daytime temperatures range from the 50s to mid-70s Fahrenheit, and evenings arein the 40-60 degree range. Plan on cool-to-mild days with perhaps a light jacket for evenings, and definitely bring a raincoat or umbrella in case of spring rains. Be sure to include comfortable clothing. You may wish to bring hangers, towels and an alarm clock with you.
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Advance registration is now closed. For registration questions or additional information, please contact the Metanexus conference staff at conference2005 @metanexus.net. |
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