Cost

Non NSHS-accredited companies: $1,895.00

NSHS-accredited companies, and STB graduate students: $1,695.00

Space is limited to 16 attendees. Please limit registrations to no more than two individuals per company.

Location

• The workshop will start each morning at the Seed Science Center on Iowa State University’s Campus

2115 Osborn Drive, Room 106
Ames, IA
50010

Lodging

• There are a number of hotels available throughout Ames, but we recommend the Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites as it is both affordable, and is close to campus. Find hotels in Ames on the Convention and Visitors Bureau website

Parking

What to Bring

All supplies for labs will be provided. We recommend you bring a notebook and pen to take notes with. There are outlets available for laptop computers.

Meals

• We will provide lunch for participants on each day of the short course. A light breakfast and afternoon snacks are provided as well.
• If you have any dietary requirements or restrictions, please email Calli Sandahl, msandahl@iastate.edu by October 1 to make arrangements in advance.
• There are great dinner options throughout the city. Check them out through the Ames Convention & Visitors Bureau website

Weather

• Weather in Iowa can be quite unpredictable and may require a heavier coat, or light jacket.  Please dress accordingly as some of the campus parking lots fill up quickly and it can be a 3-5-minute walk from the SSC.
• In case of inclement weather, the workshop will be delayed or cancelled only if classes on the Iowa State University campus are delayed or cancelled. Please check your email for any notices from staff.

• Cancellations made more than one week before the short course date will receive a full refund, minus a $20 administrative fee.
• Cancellations made within one week of the short course date will receive a 50% refund.
• Registration Transfer:
  • You may transfer your registration to another individual at no additional cost. To update the registrant name and information, email Calli Sandahl at msandahl@iastate.edu.

• Please contact Kelly Iverson (kiverson@iastate.edu) or Calli Sandahl (msandahl@iastate.edu)