CI/CS 2011, University of Manitoba, Conference Information

Conference Information

Power point Slides

  • Each presentation room has a dedicated computer for presentations. You do not need to bring your own computer.
  • Each presenter must submit their slides to the session chair before the session in which they are presenting. For example if you are presenting at 11:50 am on Monday you must ensure your slides are loaded no later than the end of the morning break at 10:50 am.
  • Each presenter is responsible for ensuring that any animations or video run smoothly before the session in which they are presenting. Do not wait until the last minute to test your slides!

Residence Reservation Problems

Unfortunately, online reservation of rooms in the University residences is no longer available. To make a reservation you must call the Residence Commons front desk at (204) 474-8337. Consult the residence web page: http://www.umanitoba.ca/student/housing/Conference.htm

Presentation Length

  • Presentations are to be no longer than 15 minutes
  • Question period is three minutes
  • Two minutes are reserved between presentations for setup
  • A countdown clock will face the presenter at the front of the room, and will change colour during the talk:
    • Green during the presentation (first 15 minutes)
    • Yellow during the question period (next three minutes)
    • Red at the end of question period, indicating the end of the talk (final two minutes)

On-site Registration

  • On-site registration will be available Sunday evening at the reception and Monday morning at the technical sessions.
  • Payment is only available via credit card.

Parking and Directions

  • If coming by car stop at the University Visitors Centre to purchase a parking permit (mention you are here for CI/CS 2011 for conference rates)
  • Click here for more information and parking maps.
  • If you are arriving by Cab have them drop you off at the Engineering (EITC) main entrance, parking lot H.

Wireless Internet Access

Wireless internet access is available throughout the conference site, including in the technical session rooms.

  • Security key will be provided at the registration desk of the conference.

Faculty of Engineering
Fort Garry Campus
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB
R3T 5V6

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