The first option is an economical on-campus, air-conditioned, single room in one of the JMU conference dormitories within minutes walking distance from many of the SEI general sessions. Room assignments will be made for either the Potomac or Chesapeake Residence Centers.
Room Rates for Chesapeake and Potomac Resident Centers:
- $ 240.90 for 6 nights with a check-in on Monday, July 7th and a check-out Sunday, July13th.
- An additional $40.15 for lodging on Sunday, July 6th will be added if you are planning on arriving the day before the conference.
- Rates include linens and all taxes.
Location:
Potomac and Chesapeake Resident Centers are located on the East side of the James Madison University campus, a 5-minute walk from many of the SEI general sessions. (See campus map).
- The Festival Conference and Student Center where most of the SEI classes will be held, is in close proximity to both Potomac and Chesapeake Resident Centers, and features a Java City coffee bar and the College Store East (a convenience style store) open during certain hours. Several open computer stations are located in Festival and the connecting Leeolou Alumni Center for checking email and browsing the web.
Room Descriptions:
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All of the rooms will be assigned as single occupancy. Two single rooms share an adjoining bath. Rooms are air-conditioned, with internet access (available with the use of an Ethernet cord), a bed, closet and desk with overhead lighting.
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In order to access the internet from the dormitories, you must bring an Ethernet cord to connect your personal computer to JMU’s internet.
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Linens including two sheets, a lightweight coverlet, pillow, pillow case, two towels and a washcloth are provided.
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There are no telephones in the dormitories. Please bring your cell phone and plan to use it for your voice communications.
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ADA accommodations are available. Any special needs/accommodations must be indicated on your housing registration form.
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There is an elevator in both five-story dormitories.
- Community kitchens are available on the first floor on each dormitory.
Computing on Campus:
As indicated above, internet access is available in the dormitories, but you must provide your own Ethernet cord in order to connect.
There are computer workstations located in both the Festival Conference Center and the nearby Leeolou Alumni Center available for your use.
During sessions, you may bring your personal laptop to take notes but there is no internet access in these classrooms.
Remember to bring your power cord; there will be power strips in all classrooms for your use
The second option is to make your own reservations for hotel accommodations at any of Harrisonburg’s local hotels. If you decide not to stay on Campus, here are several local hotels close to the East side of Campus:
Meal Plans
Cash can be used to purchase food and other items on and off campus during the Institute, and most campus vendors and all restaurants accept credit cards. While many of you may choose to make your food purchases with cash or a credit card, it may be inconvenient for you to pay for food, retain receipts and then be reimbursed for expenses by your institution. You may prefer to have most of your expenses paid up front.
For those of you who would find it advantageous for reimbursement purposes to purchase a meal plan there are three options available:
- Option 1: Festival Food Court.This meal plan will include breakfast, lunch and dinner for the five full days of the Institute. $107.12
- Option 2: Festival Food Court. Breakfast and lunch for the five full days of the Institute. $68.25
- Option 3: Festival Food Court (Commuter plan): Lunch for the five full days of the Institute. $38.85
For those of you are planning on eating off campus, Harrisonburg offers a variety of dinning choices. Click link for a comprehensive list of local restaurants and their menus.
Registration Form for Housing and Meal Plan Reservations
