April 18-23, 1998, Los Angeles, CA USA
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CHI 98:
Advance Program
April 18-23, 1998, Los Angeles, CA USA Conference Information |
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See Also Conference Program for the pre-conference and technical program Registration, housing and travel information
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CHI 98 is more to the HCI profession than just the leading technical forum; it
provides attendees with an excellent opportunity to make new contacts and renew
old friendships with colleagues from around the world.
Accompanying PersonsCHI 98 welcomes accompanying persons to the conference, to share in the excitement of the event. An Accompanying Person is an adult, 18 years and older. Accompanying Persons can be registered for US$95 each, giving them access to The Commons (containing the exhibits, the message boards and the conference breaks), opening and closing plenaries, and to the Conference Reception. Please complete the appropriate section of your registration form on behalf of the person(s) accompanying you.Alcoholic BeveragesThe legal drinking age in the State of California is 21 years of age.AttireCHI conferences are casual, so dress comfortably. Since CHI 98 is in Los Angeles, sun glasses and sun screen lotion are recommended. A light jacket and/or sweater is suggested for the evenings.Audio/Video Recording ProhibitedThe use of any type of recording device is not permitted during any part of the conference. The use of snapshot cameras is permissible; however, reprinting photographs in print or electronic publications is prohibited without the written permission of the people photographed. Video cameras are prohibited.Electrical Power AvailabilityIt is ACM/SIGCHI policy to use the local power source. In Los Angeles, it is 120 volt, single phase, 60 Hz, 120/208 volt, single and three phase, 60 Hz and 480 volt, three phase, 60 Hz.Information BoothsYou can find the CHI 98 Conference Information Booths in two locations in the Los Angeles Convention Center: 1. West Hall Lobby; 2. The Commons in West Hall B.Information booth hours are: Saturday 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm Sunday-Thursday 7:30 am to 6:30 pm Representatives of the Los Angeles Convention and Visitors Bureau will be available to answer your questions regarding local attractions, tours and dining options at the Information Booth in the West Hall Lobby. International RelationsCHI 98 welcomes participants from around the world. If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact:
Tel: +1 410 263 5382 Message ServiceA telephone line for incoming calls will be available after 3:00 pm on Saturday, 18 April. The number is +1 213 765 4200. During the conference, messages can be taken for you at this number. All messages will be posted on the message boards located in The Commons. You may also post notes to other conference participants on these message boards.Questions and Contact InformationIf you have questions about CHI 98 that need to be answered before the conference, please call the Conference Office at +1 410 263 5382 between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm US Eastern Time. You may also send questions via email to: chi98-help@acm.org.During the Conference, you may contact the number listed above under "Message Service." RegistrationThe CHI 98 Registration area is located in the West Hall Lobby of the Los Angeles Convention Center. Pre-registered participants (including workshops) must pick up their badges and conference materials in this area. On-site registration for the conference and tutorials (subject to space availability) is located here.Registration hours are: Saturday 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm Sunday-Wednesday 8:00 am to 5:30 pm Thursday 8:00 am to 2:00 pm Shuttle ServiceThe conference hotels are within walking distance of the L.A. Convention Center. However, CHI 98 will provide free shuttle transportation between the sites. Information will be available in your hotel lobby.Smoking PolicyCHI conferences are smoke-free. There are designated smoking areas at the entrances to the Los Angeles Convention Center.Special Needs and AccessThe CHI 98 registration form includes a space for indicating any special needs you may have. Items such as special directions for persons with impaired mobility, sign language, interpreters, dietary restrictions or other assistance can be made available upon request. Please take a moment to describe your special needs in the appropriate place on the registration form.If you would like more information about making these arrangements, please contact the Conference Office:
Tel: +1 410 263 5382 CHI 98 StoreCHI 98 polo shirts, mugs, publications, T-shirts and videos will be sold at the CHI Store located near Registration in the West Hall Lobby of the Los Angeles Convention Center. The CHI Store opens at 12:00 noon on Sunday and will be open concurrent with registration hours. |