FAQs

FAQ for HDLS 17

Where is the conference?

The conference venue is the Student Union Building located at 203 Cornell Dr NE, Albuquerque, NM 87131.

Where can I park?

UNM Parking and Transportation has the most up to date information for parking for conference attendees. Daily parking structure rates are $10, otherwise parking is $1.75/half hour. Rideshare (Uber, Lyft, etc) drop off will be most efficient at this address 2301 Central Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM 87106. 

Who needs to register for the conference?

Anyone who is planning to attend the conference needs to pay the registration fees (here: Payment portal).

What presentations have interpretation?

All presentations have interpreting between ASL and English and/or Spanish. The interpreters will be in person and a camera will be on them for the online attendees. If you have specific interpreting needs, please reach out to Tommi Tejeda (email: tommilin@unm.edu).

Are the in-person presentations available for online attendees?

Yes! All presentations are in the hybrid modality. If you are attending online, you will follow a link sent out to registered attendees soon before the conference. You will use that link to join a Zoom and from there you can move freely to breakout rooms for the concurrent sessions and keynotes. There will also be a social room available. We ask that you keep your camera off and muted unless you are presenting. You will ask your question via the chat.

Are there discounted rates at hotels nearby the conference location.

No, we have not partnered with any hotels for this conference.

What food will be provided?

Breakfast and light snacks/refreshments (coffee, patries, etc) will be provided. UNM Food has several options available for the Friday lunch session as well as many options around campus. UNM Food Hours

For the Saturday lunch session, lunch options have been compiled on this food map.