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Phi Eta Sigma was founded on March 22, 1923, to encourage and reward high scholastic achievement among first-year students at the University of Illinois. Our first national convention was held at the University of Illinois in 1928. Since then, there have been 47 National Conventions located all across the country, from Salt Lake City, Utah to Charleston, South Carolina. We are excited to welcome everyone to the 48th National Convention in Anaheim, CA in Fall 2024!

History

Our Host City

Anaheim, CA is a city built on imagination. Anaheim, CA, is a fantastic destination for visitors, offering a perfect blend of entertainment and relaxation. Home to Disneyland Resort, it provides endless fun for all ages, while its proximity to pristine beaches offers a chance to unwind. With an excellent dining scene and plenty of shopping options, Anaheim ensures a memorable experience for everyone.

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FAQ + EVENT INFORMATION

How can I register and what are the costs?

You can register for convention beginning August 15 by visiting the REGISTER page. Registration fees are $250 for each attendee (Students and Advisors), but if you are one of the first 50 chapters to register your chapter will receive two free student registrations and a $500 convention grant. 

If I am one of the first 50 chapters to register, how will I receive my convention grant? Checks will be made payable to the chapters and sent directly to chapter advisors.

Do I need to make my own hotel arrangements?

Yes.  Hotel arrangements are made by the attendees directly by using this link: https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/group-booking/ALICA/G-JPES.  The group rate is $169+ per night (+ equals plus taxes and fees). The deadline to reserve you hotel room as part of our Phi Eta Sigma group rate is October 2. 

How many people can stay in one of the hotel rooms?

The hotel allows for as many as 4 with a quad occupancy. This would mean $42.25+ per person per night for a quad, $56.33+ per person per night for a triple, and $84.50+ per person per night for a double (+ equals plus taxes and fees). 

 

Each chapter books their own rooms, so you will need to follow your university guidelines with assigning roommates. 

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Can I stay an additional night at the same rate?
Yes, you can book an additional night on Thursday or Sunday for the same block rate as the nights of the convention.

Which airport should I fly into?
John Wayne Airport (SNA) is the closest airport to the hotel, but Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Long Beach Airport (LGB) are also great options.

When should I get to Anaheim?

On Friday, October 25. Convention check-In and Registration will begin at 4 PM -11pm on Friday afternoon with programming beginning on Saturday morning at 9:00am. 

 

When should my departing flight leave?

The convention closes at lunchtime on Sunday; booking a morning flight out of Anaheim will result in missing the final day of convention content. 

What available ground transportation is there from the airports to the hotel?
The Hyatt Regency Orange County has partnered with Karmel Shuttle to provide roundtrip airport transportation with each of the three area airports for an additional charge. You can also use rideshare services through Uber and Lyft. 

What is the cost for parking.
Parking costs $18 a day for self-parking and $36 a day for valet parking.

What is there to do in the area?
Downtown Disney, the Disneyland Resorts, Disneyland Park, and Disney California Adventure are all within 2 miles of the hotel. The Outlets at Orange are also within 3 miles of the hotel.


Will we have time to go to Disney or see other surrounding sites?
Yes, programming for convention will not begin until Saturday morning, so Friday can be spent in Disneyland.

 

Is there transportation to Disney provided by the hotel?
Shuttle with a 1 day pass for $6 a person every 30 minutes at the top of the hour, with the last shuttle leaving 1 hour after park closes. No shuttle service from 11:45 AM to 12:15 PM and 7:45 PM and 8:15 PM.

Will there be an opportunity for students and/or advisors to present?
Yes, there will be time in the afternoon on Saturday for students and advisors to present research in a poster session. Poster presentation applications and submission guidelines can be found at this link: 

What meals are provided?
A Friday night ice cream social, Saturday lunch and dinner, and Sunday brunch will be provided for registered attendees. All other meals are on your own.


What is the dress code?
We encourage you to wear Phi Eta Sigma colors and merch on Friday and Sunday. We also encourage you to wear your college colors on Saturday.

 

Is there a community service component to the convention?
We will be continuing the Mary Jo Dwyer Chapter Philanthropy Competition that will be collecting childrens books and stuffed animals to donate to Orange County literacy efforts. More information about the Mary Jo Dwyer Chapter Philanthropy Competion can be found here 

Are there ways for students to connect with other students attending convention before the event?
There will be a convention app that students can use to see events and connect with each other. More information on the app will come closer to the time of convention.


What is the rooming policy?
Attendees are responsible for their own hotel booking. Chapters are required to follow their university protocols and guidelines when it comes to hotel rooming and accommodations.


What if I need to cancel my registration?
If a chapter needs to request a refund, chapters must submit a written request to hq@phietasigma.org by 11:59 PM on September 30th . After that, there will be no opportunity for a chapter to request a refund. However, chapters are allowed to substitute attendees up until October 21 for no additional charge.

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