Hotel

The conference will be held at the Hyatt Regency in downtown Milwaukee. Our reserved block of rooms at the Hyatt is now full.

A conference rate is available at the Ramada, approximately one half mile from the Hyatt. To obtain this discounted rate, participants need to call the Milwaukee Ramada at 414-272-8410 and mention the “UWM Math Event.” (Note: You must call the above number; the national 800 number for the Ramada will not work.)

Here are directions from the Ramada to the Hyatt (courtesy of Google Maps).

Midwest Airlines

We have partnered with Midwest Airlines and you can take an additional 6% off your airfare* if you are traveling to the Spring Topology & Dynamics Conference in Milwaukee. Three easy ways to save when booking your flight:

• Visit midwestairlines.com and enter promo code CMZ1570
• Call Midwest at 800-452-2022 and provide CMZ1570 to the agent
• Purchase ticket through a travel agent and mention CMZ1570

Terms and Conditions:
* Valid for travel March 10–18, 2008 for travel to Milwaukee from any city
served by Midwest Airlines

Airport shuttle / Taxi service

Airport Connection provides shared-ride transportation service for conference participants from the Milwaukee Airport to downtown hotels. A round trip ticket can be reserved for $20 per person. This discount rate can be obtained using their online reservation page, or by visiting Airport Connection and entering the discount code “SPRTOP”. To obtain the discount, participants must book at least 48 hours in advance.

Taxicab fare between the airport and downtown hotels costs approximately $25 for one person one way.

Foreign Visitors

Any foreign visitors (including invited speakers) requesting travel support from UWM should read the attached document concerning US Visas or Visa waivers.

Reimbursements

Original receipts are required for reimbursement. This includes but is not limited to the following: airfare, hotel, car rental, local transportation, registration, gas and mileage. The state of Wisconsin has reimbursement limits for certain items. See the UWM Pocket Travel Guide for details.

Any participant requesting reimbursement for airfare must travel by US-Flag Air carriers, if available. For more detailed information please see the NSF General Grant Conditions for details.

In order to process a reimbursement request, we will need the following items:

• Social security number
• Home address
• Email address
• Completed UWM Travel Expense Form (TER)

UWM TER forms will be distributed at the conference and can also be downloaded from the above link.

If you have any specific questions regarding your situation, please contact Karen Brucks at kmbrucks@uwm.edu. It is best to contact us well in advance with questions to assure payment.