MCEIA 2008       Conference October 26 - 28         Detroit - Atheneum Suites Hotel

MCEIA Conference 2008 - Detroit, MI

"A Gathering of Great Minds"

Join us October 26th - 28th for the MCEIA 2008 Conference "A Gathering of Great Minds."

Online registration is now available. Or if you prefer to mail in your registration, the registration form is still available.

Great minds are gathering in Detroit for the 2008 MCEIA annual conference October 26-28 2008. Taking advantage of a setting reminiscent of our Greek ancestors, great minds will gather to enjoy a conference that will enlighten and educate you through interactive sessions, and engaging presentations. Here is some initial information regarding hotel reservations, exploring the city, and transportation options.

The accommodations:
Atheneum Suites Hotel
1000 Brush Avenue
Detroit, Michigan 48226
1-800-772-2323 (toll free)
1-313-962-2323 ( direct to the hotel)
www.atheneumsuites.com

This luxurious hotel is located in the center of the Greektown dining and entertainment section of Detroit. The hotel location is a short walk, trolley or hotel shuttle ride's distance to Detroit sports and entertainment venues.  The Atheneum Suite Hotel is Detroit's only AAA four diamond hotel. Newly renovated accommodations feature 42 inch LCD TV's and iPod docking stations. Complimentary wireless internet is now available in rooms and in public areas. Rooms with king or 2 queen size beds are available. All rooms are distinctively appointed and have been designed with your comfort and convenience in mind. Oversized bathrooms with large soaking tubs and showers are unique and inviting. Handicap accessible rooms are available. Visit the website at: www.atheneumsuites.com to learn more about the hotel and the accommodations.

Hotel Reservations
We have negotiated a conference room rate of $139.00 per room at the Atheneum Suites Hotel for MCEIA attendees (tax rate estimate is 15%,  tax exempt organizations must be able to provide a copy of their tax exemption status to exclude a 6% Michigan state tax).

All reservations must be made by phone: 800 772 2323 ask for reservations, between the hours of 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. EST, to assure the significantly reduced conference room rate of $139.00 per room. Please reference MCEIA when requesting your reservation. (Please be aware that you will not be able to make reservations online and receive the $139.00 room rate). Hotel reservations are only guaranteed at this rate if made before October 2, 2008.

Parking is available at a rate of 12.00 per day for conference attendees and hotel guests.

Transportation options:
Air Travel:  Detroit by air is an easy trip from most Midwest cities. The Detroit Metropolitan airport is a hub center for Northwest Airlines and is serviced by most major carriers. Check out their website at: www.metroairport.com/links/. Transportation services are available from the airport to the Atheneum Hotel. The airport is located 18 miles west of downtown Detroit. More information about these options will be forthcoming.

Travel by Train. Detroit is serviced by Amtrak. Several trains run on a daily basis from Chicago to downtown Detroit, with stops in several cities in the southeastern portion of the state. If you are looking for an affordable option from Northern Ohio, Indiana or Illinois, you may want to visit the Amtrak web site at: www.amtrak.com. You may be able to drive to one of the stations, park your car and take the train to the downtown Detroit station. From there it is a short cab ride to the conference hotel.

Travel by Car: Home of the automotive industry, Detroit is well serviced by major highways in and out of the city. Detroit is an approximately 5 hour drive from Chicago, 3 hours from Cleveland, Ohio, 5 hours from Cincinnati, Ohio and  approximately  4 hours from Indianapolis,  Indiana.  Parking is available at a rate of $12.00 per day for conference attendees and hotel registered guests affiliated with the conference. 
Information about Detroit is available through the Detroit Convention and Visitor's Bureau. Check out their website for information on everything from interesting facts www.visitdetroit.com/visitorcenter/ transportation, coupons and suggestions for your entertainment options.

Additional questions at this time can be directed to:
Peg Pierce
Email: margaret.pierce@udmercy.edu