SNARL has the ability to host conferences, retreats, meetings and workshops that are within the realm of higher education or within the scope of the SNARL mission. Examples of these activities include:
- Research Conferences
- Research Symposia
- Academic meetings
- Lab Retreats of research groups
How to Apply to host a conference, retreat, meeting or workshop
Please follow the general guidance under Visiting SNARL to log into the RAMS system and select the MEETING OR CONFERENCE Application Type. Submit your application and reservation at the same time and we will follow up with you to discuss your needs. Below is a description of some of our facilities available for hosting meetings.
Page Center
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Our newest facility at SNARL is the Page Center. Built in 2016, the Page Center is a state-of-the art lecture hall, classroom and meeting space. The Page Center can accommodate 150 people and is equipped with modular meeting and classroom furniture, high tech audio and video capabilities, as well as high-speed wireless internet. Using the latest technology the Center creates new opportunities for education and a focus for small group interaction, collaboration, and cross disciplinary research. Using a combination of ground source heating/cooling, PV electrical generation, and the latest in construction technology the building is net-zero consumer of fossil fuel and slated for LEED Gold certification.
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SNARL Classroom
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The SNARL classroom space in the Headquarters building is available for use for meetings, workshops and small groups up to 15 people. The room has a large conference table, chairs, chalkboard, and a large TV monitor that users can connect to through HDMI or google sharing.
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