Where do I check in?
All conference attendees need to check in prior to attending the first conference event, including those who have pre-registered. Registration tables will be set up in the follow areas:
Wednesday September 28th, 5:30–9:00 PM during the Welcome Reception outside of the White City Ballroom at the Chicago Athletic Club Hotel.
Thursday, September 29th, 7:00 AM-12:00 PM outside the conference space at Convene, Willis Tower.
I have not pre-registered for the conference. May I register at the conference?
No. Pre-registration is required.
Is it necessary to wear a name tag?
Yes. You will receive a name tag and other conference materials at the registration table. Your name tag is your entry ticket to all conference activities. Please wear your name tag throughout the conference for quick entry to sessions and events.
What is the Conference Dress Code?
The suggested dress code for the Wednesday night Welcome Reception is business. The suggested dress code for all conference activities on Thursday is business or business casual.
All conference attendees need to check in prior to attending the first conference event, including those who have pre-registered. Registration tables will be set up in the follow areas:
Wednesday September 28th, 5:30–9:00 PM during the Welcome Reception outside of the White City Ballroom at the Chicago Athletic Club Hotel.
Thursday, September 29th, 7:00 AM-12:00 PM outside the conference space at Convene, Willis Tower.
I have not pre-registered for the conference. May I register at the conference?
No. Pre-registration is required.
Is it necessary to wear a name tag?
Yes. You will receive a name tag and other conference materials at the registration table. Your name tag is your entry ticket to all conference activities. Please wear your name tag throughout the conference for quick entry to sessions and events.
What is the Conference Dress Code?
The suggested dress code for the Wednesday night Welcome Reception is business. The suggested dress code for all conference activities on Thursday is business or business casual.
Where do I park?
Parking and Transportation information for each venue is detailed below.
Chicago Athletic Association Hotel
12 S. Michigan Avenue, Chicago, Illinois
Front Desk: 312-940-3552
The Chicago Athletic Association Hotel offers 24-hour valet parking with unlimited in-and-out privileges for $74 per day. Additional transportation information is available on the hotel FAQ page.
Parking and Transportation information for each venue is detailed below.
Chicago Athletic Association Hotel
12 S. Michigan Avenue, Chicago, Illinois
Front Desk: 312-940-3552
The Chicago Athletic Association Hotel offers 24-hour valet parking with unlimited in-and-out privileges for $74 per day. Additional transportation information is available on the hotel FAQ page.
Convene, Willis Tower
233 South Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL 60601
Parking and public transportation information, along with directions to the conference space can be downloaded and printed using the button below.
233 South Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL 60601
Parking and public transportation information, along with directions to the conference space can be downloaded and printed using the button below.
Conference FAQ's
Where do I check in?
All conference attendees need to check in prior to attending the first conference event, including those who have pre-registered. Registration tables will be set up in the follow areas:
Thursday, September 11, 2025:
3:00 PM-7:30 PM at the Monona Terrace Convention Center
Friday, September 12, 2025:
7:15 AM-12:00 PM in the Foyer of Shannon Hall in Memorial Union
Thursday, September 11, 2025:
3:00 PM-7:30 PM at the Monona Terrace Convention Center
Friday, September 12, 2025:
7:15 AM-12:00 PM in the Foyer of Shannon Hall in Memorial Union
I have not pre-registered for the conference. May I register at the conference?
On-site registration will be offered on a space available basis. Onsite registration fees take effect on August 23, 2025.
$550 Current WREAA Member
$750 Guest
$550 Current WREAA Member
$750 Guest
Is it necessary to wear a name tag?
Yes. You will receive a name tag and other conference materials at the registration table. Your name tag is your entry ticket to all conference activities. Please wear your name tag throughout the conference for quick entry to sessions and events.
I am unable to attend the conference but would like to participate in the Badger Golf Open on Thursday, September 11. How do I register for just the golf outing?
Unfortunately, golf is not available to non-registered conference attendees, so it is not possible to register for the Badger Golf Open apart from the conference.
What is the conference dress code?
The suggested dress code for conference activities on Thursday night is business. The suggested dress code for all conference activities on Friday is business or business casual.
Should I attend the Closing Networking Reception on Friday afternoon?
Of course! Join fellow conference attendees, colleagues, and friends at the closing reception of the Biennial Conference which will be held adjacent to the Memorial Union Terrace. We'd like to see everyone there!
Where do I park?
Parking information for each venue is detailed below.
The Monona Terrace Convention Center
One John Nolen Drive
Madison, Wisconsin, 53703
Information is available on the Monona Terrace's website.
Memorial Union
Parking Near Memorial Union
Campus lots:
• Lot 6 (Helen C. White Library Parking Garage - next to the Union)
• Lot 7 (Grainger Hall Ramp)
• Lot 46 (corner of Lake & Johnson)
• Lot 83 (Fluno Center)
• State St.-Frances St. Parking Structure
* For a downloadable map of parking options near Memorial Union, click here.
* Click here for current UW-Madison parking availability.
* An interactive UW-Madison map with parking and public transportation options can be found here.
The Monona Terrace Convention Center
One John Nolen Drive
Madison, Wisconsin, 53703
Information is available on the Monona Terrace's website.
Memorial Union
Parking Near Memorial Union
Campus lots:
• Lot 6 (Helen C. White Library Parking Garage - next to the Union)
• Lot 7 (Grainger Hall Ramp)
• Lot 46 (corner of Lake & Johnson)
• Lot 83 (Fluno Center)
• State St.-Frances St. Parking Structure
* For a downloadable map of parking options near Memorial Union, click here.
* Click here for current UW-Madison parking availability.
* An interactive UW-Madison map with parking and public transportation options can be found here.
WREAA Annual
Corporate Partners
Corporate Partners
Event Sponsors
Patron Sponsors
Conference Location
800 Langdon Street, Madison, WI 53706
Memorial Union
Memorial Union
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