2009 National Conference

Oregon Convention Center
Portland, Oregon

Tentative Agenda 
Online Exhibitor Registration is Now Open! 
 

Why Attend?
You cannot afford to not be a part of the 2009 AISES Conference and Career Fair!

• The AISES National Conference attracts the nation's brightest American Indian students, as well as professionals in the fields of science, engineering and technology.
• During an exciting 3 days you can listen to dynamic speakers, learn from panel discussions, take part in workshops, and participate in a Career Fair.
• The Career Fair offers corporations, federal agencies, and universities a unique forum for recruiting American Indian students and professionals eager to learn about career opportunities, graduate school, and potential internships.
• Students and professionals alike will benefit from sessions provided by top trainers.
• There are 1800 participants and 200+ exhibit booths expected to be in Portland.
• Join AISES in honoring the 2009 Professionals of the Year as well as hundreds of AISES scholarship winners and their benefactors.
• Everyone gains when ideas are shared.
   

Conference Hotel Information
Hotel reservations due - September 25, 2009 

Doubletree Hotel Portland
1000 NE Multnomah Street
Portland, Oregon 97232
503-281-6111
Rates: $138.00 single/double
The Doubletree Hotel is just blocks from the Oregon Convention Center and is adjacent to the Lloyd Center Mall. The light rail, with a stop right outside the hotel, will take you to the Convention Center in 3 minutes.  For more information on the hotel, visit their website Doubletree Hotel Portland

Red Lion Hotel Portland Convention Center
1021 NE Grand Avenue
Portland, OR 97232
503-235-2100
Rates: $135 single/double
The Red Lion Hotel is within walking distance of the Oregon Convention Center. For more information on the hotel, visit their website Red Lion Hotel Portland Convention Center

Volunteer at the National Convention
Your assistance will be greatly appreciated! Check back for more information later in the summer.

Sponsors and Exhibitors
Contact Cristy Davies at 505-765-1052 x108 or cristy@aises.org for more information on being a sponsor.
Contact Heather Wade at 505-765-1052 x112 or hwade@aises.org for more information on being an exhibitor.

Online Exhibitor Registration
Online Exhibitor Registration is Now Open!
The Exhibitor Prospectus and Career Fair Floor Plan are also available online. If you need an Exhibitor Prospectus mailed to you, contact Heather Wade at 505-765-1052 x112 or hwade@aises.org. They will be going out soon.
Exhibitor Prospectus
Exhibitor Booth Pricing
Career Fair Floor Plan

Call for Proposals and Concurrent Sessions and Workshops
AISES is seeking proposals from presenters for sessions at the 2009 National Conference. Deadline for session proposals is July 31, 2009.

Please review the Call for Proposals for more information on session times, target audiences, topical areas, and speaker logistics.
Call for Proposals
Session Proposal Form
 

Important Information for Attendees
By popular request, the Opening Ceremony will return to Thursday evening.
Tentative Agenda

Attendee Registration
Online registration will open in August. Check back for more information.
Registration Pricing

Experience Portland! 
Set against the backdrop of majestic Mount Hood, Portland combines a sophisticated, cosmopolitan atmosphere with refreshingly friendly, small-town warmth. Come take a first-hand look at the region’s natural beauty, its bustling local neighborhoods, and sample the seasonally focused dining. It's all here: coffee shops, superb restaurants, galleries, history, gardens and museums. And access all of this by using the affordable, convenient, and eco-friendly light-rail system. 

Maybe you've heard that Portland is North America's "Best Big City" and the “Greenest City in America." Portland is known for its green spaces and proximity to natural wonders like the Columbia River Gorge and Mount Hood. The city is also known as an incubator for progressive urban planning, environmentally conscious public policy, and the sustainable development movement. Come experience Portland. 

For More Information
Visit Travel Portland for more destination information.
Plan your trip with these maps! Portland Visitor Maps

Come early or stay late to take advantage of the sights!
Portland Japanese Garden
History of Powell's Books (Covering an entire city block, this is the world’s largest independent bookstore.)
Tax-free Shopping
Oregon Coast
Mount Hood

Watch this web page for National Conference updates!