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The Association for Non-Traditional Students in Higher Education (ANTSHE) is an international partnership of students, academic professionals, institutions, and organizations whose mission is to encourage and coordinate support, education, and advocacy for the adult learner. The 2011 ANTSHE National Conference will be hosted by Kennesaw State University on March 11-13, 2011. **This Wiki was created to help conference participants in planning their trip**.

**Register**: http://www.kennesaw.edu/coned/2011antshe.html

**Call for Proposals**: http://www.myantshe.org/Default.aspx?pageId=773871

**2011 Association for Non-Traditional Students in Higher Education (ANTSHE)**  **National Conference at Kennesaw State University**   **March 11-13, 2011** **__Tentative Agenda__** **__Friday, March 11__** **1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Adult Learner Programs / Lifelong Learning Center Open House** **Carmichael Student Center 2nd Floor** **2:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Registration KSU Center - Fountain Area** **5:30 p.m. Conference Opening** **Welcome** **Keynote Speakers** **Exhibitors** **6:30 p.m. Conference Reception** **Networking Social** **Heavy Hors d’oeuvres / Cash Bar** **8:00 p.m. Dinner on Your Own** **Evening Hospitality Room Open Kennesaw Inn**

**__Saturday, March 12__** **7:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. Breakfast on Your Own** **A light Continental Breakfast will also be available at the Plenary Session room** **8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Exhibitors Open** **9:00 a.m. Concurrent Sessions** **10:00 a.m. Concurrent Sessions** **11:00 a.m. Concurrent Sessions** **12:00 noon – 1:30 p.m. Lunch (Sponsored by Chick fil A and other vendors)** **1:30 p.m. Concurrent Sessions** **2:30 p.m. Silent Auction Closes** **2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Plenary Session with Steve Young (Sponsored by KSU Adult Learner Student Organization)** **5:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Evening Excursion to Downtown Atlanta Attractions** **10:00 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. Hospitality Room Open Kennesaw Inn**

**__Sunday, March 13__** **8:00 a.m. – 8:45 a.m. Catered Breakfast Buffet** **8:45 a.m. Motivational Speaker** **9:15 a.m. ANTSHE Business Meeting** **9:45 a.m ANTSHE Awards Ceremony** **10:00 a.m. Big Drawings / Prizes** **10:30 a.m. Adjourn**

__**Accommodations **__

A block of rooms have been reserved for March 7, 2011 - March 16, 2011. A special room rate of $109 per night will be available until February 19th or until the group block is sold-out, whichever comes first. Make your reservation at: [] Code word ASH.
 * Embassy Suites Atlanta-Kennesaw Town Center **

A special rate of $79 per night (single or double) for the event. Call the hotel directly at 678-275-2090 and ask for group sales to get the special conference rate.
 * Comfort Suites **

A special $49.95 rate is available for 2011 ANTSHE National Conference participants
 * Best Western Kennesaw Inn **

Typical minimum charges for transportation services to/from Hartsfield - Jackson Airport: Super Shuttle $60.00 Taxi $70.00 Limousine $70.00 Rental Car Rates Vary (best deal) Attendees may arrange transportation that best fit their needs. Attendees selecting the "Need Shuttle" box on the Conference Registration Form will be sent additional information via email by ANTSHE Conference organizers.

**Map of Kennesaw:** http://maps.google.com/maps?daddr=Kennesaw+GA


 * Note: It is best to choose a flight with an early arrival time (before noon) to avoid rush hour conditions. Rush hour can begin as early as 2:00 p.m. in Metro Atlanta which can turn a 35-minute drive into a 2-hour experience. **


 * Things to do in Metro Atlanta **
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">March 11-13, 2011 **


 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">**Atlantic Station** [] []
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">**Georgia Aquarium** www.georgiaaquarium.org
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">**Centennial Park** []
 * **<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">CNN Center/Tour http://www.cnn.com/tour/atlanta/atl.tour.home.html **

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">The 2011 SEC Basketball Tournament will be held March 10th - 13th 2011at the Georgia Dome.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">Georgia Dome **

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">**Underground Atlanta** []

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">**Fox Theatre** [] <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">Tours of the Fox Theatre are conducted by the Atlanta Preservation Center. To schedule a tour or receive additional information, please contact: The Atlanta Preservation Center (404) 688-3353 www.preserveatlanta.com

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">**Downtown Map** []

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">**Philips Arena** []

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">Atlanta Thrashers vs. New Jersey Devils March 11th 2011 at 7:30 p.m. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">Atlanta Hawks vs Portland Trailblazers March 12th 2011 at 7:00 p.m.

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">**MLK Center** []

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">**Auburn Avenue Walking Tour** []

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">**Oakland Cemetery** []

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">**Marietta Square/Restaurants/Shopping** []

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">**Historic Marietta Trolley** []

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">**Kennesaw Mountain Battlefield Site** []

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">**Kennesaw Railroad Museum** []

<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif;">**Atlanta History Center** []