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General Information
Shuttle Buses
The final Shuttle Bus schedule will be provided during on-site registration.
Shuttle Buses will be available between the Hyatt Regency and McCarter Theatre for the Morning and evening Oral Sessions, and between the Hyatt and Frick Hall for the evening Poster Sessions.
Shuttle Buses will be available between the Nassau Inn and Frick Hall for the evening Poster Sessions.
The Nassau Inn is a short walk from McCarter Theatre, so no Shuttle Bus service is planned. Likewise McCarter Theatre is a short (<10 minute) walk from Frick Hall. If you will need help with transportation during the NOS, please contact Tara Zarillo at (609-258-6117 or 609-258-6115).
Shuttle buses will also be provided for the planned off-site activities and for the Wednesday evening Banquet at Jadwin Gym. Please check the Shuttle Bus schedule.
A shuttle operated by the Hyatt Regency will be available for trips to downtown Princeton and the campus during the day. Please check with the Concierge about this service.
NOS Information Desk
NOS Registration and Information Desk will be available on Sunday, June 5, 2011, from 3:00 PM – 12:00 AM in the Frick Hall Atrium located on Washington Road. On Monday – Wednesday from 7:30 AM – 1:30 PM and on Thursday from 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM there will be an NOS Information Desk in the McCarter Theater Lobby.
The NOS Information Desk will move to Frick Hall for the evening poster sessions. Representatives will be available each evening to answer questions.
If you have a question outside of the Information Desk hours, please call Conference and Event Services at 609-258-6115.
Campus Guest Cards
Attendees (and guests) residing on campus will receive a prox card and meal card for their stay. The prox card is used to gain access to your dormitory and the meal card is for use in the dining hall. Participants who have purchased a commuter meal plan will also receive a meal card to be used in the dining hall. Lost cards can be replaced at the office of Conference and Event Services which is located at 71 University Place (next to McCarter Theater.
Restrooms
Restrooms are located in McCarter Auditorium on the main and lower levels.
ATM's
ATMs can be found in the WaWa convenience store (located just down the street from McCarter Theater) or in the 100 Level of the Frist Campus Center on campus.
Parking
On campus parking is available in Lot #32. On-campus parking is free and permits will be available at the registration desk. Metered parking is also available near McCarter Theater. Lot #21 is also available for daytime parking and for parking for the poster sessions. If you are commuting each day, Lot #32 is closer to McCarter than Lot #21.
Computer Access
Free wireless internet access is available throughout campus. The campus network can be accessed through the puvisitor wireless network.
Printing and Copying
Triangle Printing, located at 150 Nassau Street, offers a full line of copying and printing services. Hours are Monday – Friday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM. Their telephone number is 609-924-4630.
Emergency Services/ Campus Safety
In case of an emergency, call Public Safety at 609-258-1000. Public Safety will contact the fire and police departments for ambulance or rescue services. Emergency (panic) telephones are located strategically throughout the campus and in parking structures; these are recognizable by their blue lights. These phones will automatically place an emergency help call at the reported located when the button is pushed. They are visible at night by the bright blue light on the top of the poles above the phones.
Princeton Medical Center is the closest hospital and is located at 253 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, NJ. Their telephone number is 609-497-4000.
The Princeton Primary and Urgent Care facility is available for non emergiences. PPUC is located at 707 Alexander Road, Suite 201 and their telephone number is 609-919-0009.
Alcohol/Tobacco
All conference attendees, their family or guests must adhere to all applicable state and local laws and university regulations related to the sale and use of alcoholic beverages.
- Persons under 21 years of age cannot legally possess or consume malt beverages, fermented malt liquor, or vinous or spirituous liquor. The furnishing of alcoholic beverages to under aged persons is prohibited.
- Neither person under legal drinking age nor any obviously intoxicated person shall be furnished, served, or given an alcoholic beverage.
- Alcohol cannot be consumed or carried in open containers on any street, sidewalk, alley, automobile, or public area.
Princeton University prohibits smoking in any of its buildings. This includes Residence Hall sleeping rooms and lounges, hallways, classrooms, offices, restrooms, meeting rooms, lobbies, elevators, shops, cafeterias, snack bars, waiting rooms, indoor or open-air athletic facilities and performance halls.
On-Campus Shopping
The Princeton University Store has two locations for your shopping pleasure. The Insignia Store is located at 114-116 Nassau Street and sells official Princeton apparel and gifts. The Insignis Store is open 9:00am – 9:00pm Monday-Friday and 11:00am – 6:00pm Sundays. The PU Store, located at 36 University Place, has a convenience store, school supplies and dorm living supplies.
Gym Access/Recreation
Dillon Gym is available for participants of the NOS meeting. Daily passes may be purchased at registration for $5/visit. Dillon Gym offers a fitness center, basketball courts and a swimming pool.
Gym Hours
Summer hours TBD, will be available at NOS Information Desk
Pool Hours
Summer hours TBD, will be available at NOS Information Desk
Dining
Conference meals included in room and board packages or commuter meal packages will be served in Wilson Dining Hall. The meal card must be presented at the dining hall; cash is not accepted. Breakfast is served from 7:00am – 10:00am; Lunch is served from 11:00am – 2:00pm and Dinner is served from 4:30pm – 7:30pm.
Guests wishing to use cash can go to the Frist Campus Center for Breakfast or Lunch. Frist is open from 8:00am – 5:00pm Monday – Friday..
Dormitory Services
Campus guests will be provided with sheets, towels, pillow and blanket. Telephones are not provided in rooms. TV lounges are located in each building. All rooms are non-smoking. Bunking beds is prohibited. Furniture in the common rooms and study rooms must remain in those locations; they may not be placed in individual residence rooms. To avoid climate control problems with your air conditioned room, please do not open your window, as this places strain on your unit and increases the temperature of all surrounding rooms.
Keys
Brass keys, prox cards and meal cards will be issued to each resident. The prox card opens the exterior doors to your dormitory and the key works on your dorm room. If you lose any of these items during your stay, please contact Conference and Event Services at 609-258-6115 to get a replacement. There is a $50 charge for lost dorm keys.
Maintenance
If a maintenance problem or repairs are needed in your room, call 8-6115 (609-258-6115).
Fire
Please locate the fire extinguishers and exits on your floor and be aware of the evacuation procedures posted on the inside of your room door. Always leave the building when a fire alarm sounds.
Personal Property
Our buildings are locked 24 hours a day for your security. Please carry your prox card and room key with you at all times and lock your door when you leave the room. Keep all outside doors shut.
Princeton University assumes no responsibility and has no liability for the theft, destruction of, or loss of money, valuables, or other personal property, belonging to, or in the custody of, the residents, whether such losses occur in the resident’s room, public area, elsewhere in the hall, or in baggage handling related to shipment or storage.
Laundry Facilities/Vending
Laundry rooms are located in each building. The washers and dryers operate free of charge.
Princeton University Attractions
Art Museum (609) 258-3788)
McCormick Hall, Princeton University
The Princeton University Art Museum houses permanent collections of African, Asian, Pre-Columbian, medieval, classical and American art, as well as European Renaissance and the baroque and impressionists styles.
The Chapel (609) 258-3047
Located behind the library, it is the largest university chapel in the world where the academic year begins and ends. It is used for services of all faiths, and contains a collection of stained glass by American artists.
FitzRandolph Gateway
Located in front of Nassau Hall, these wrought iron main gates, erected in 1905, were opened for commencement exercises. At the request of the class of 1969, they have remained open since.
Nassau Hall
Completed in 1756, Nassau Hall was the largest academic structure in the thirteen colonies. The Battle of Princeton ended when Washington captured Nassau Hall, then serving as barracks. The Hall served as Capital of the United States for six months in 1783. Its Memorial Hall commemorates the University’s war dead. The faculty room, a replica of the British House of Commons, serves as a portrait gallery.
Princeton Area Attractions
Bainbridge House (609) 921-6748 - http://www.princetonhistory.org/
158 Nassau Street, Princeton
This 1766 Georgian brick house contains a museum with changing exhibits, a library and photo archives – the headquarters of the Historical Society of Princeton.
Tuesday – Sunday – 12:00pm – 4:00pm
Drumthwacket (609) 921-6748 - http://www.drumthwacket.org/
Rt. 206, Princeton
This Greek Revival mansion was built circa 1834 for Charles S. Olden, Governor of New Jersey during the Civil War. Moses Taylor Pyne, the second owner, enlarged the house in the late 1890’s. Now owned by the State of New Jersey, it is the official residence of the Governor.
Open Wednesday, 12:00pm – 2:00pm
Morven (609) 683-4495 – historicmorven.org
55 Stockton Street, Princeton
A national historic landmark, Morven was built in the 1750’s by Richard Stockton, a signer of the Declaration of Independence. It served as Lord Cornwallis’ headquarters, and until recently was the residence of New Jersey’s governors.
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday – 11:00am – 3:00pm
Tours at 11:15am, 12:15pm 1:15pm and 2:15pm
Princeton Battle Monument
Monument Drive, Princeton
Designed by Thomas Hastings, sculpted by Frederick MacMonnies, and unveiled in 1922 by President Warren Harding, it depicts General Washington on horseback, refusing defeat at the Battle of Princeton and inspiring his troops to victory.
Princeton Cemetery (609) 924-1369
Witherspoon and Wiggins Streets, Princeton
Legible gravestones date back to the year 1760 includes those of Aaron Burr, Grover Cleveland, John Witherspoon, Paul Tulane, and others.
Princeton Theological Seminary (609) 921-8300 - http://www.ptsem.edu/
Mercer Street, Princeton
Established in 1812, this is the oldest and largest Presbyterian Seminary in the United States. Tours are available by appointment.
Shopping
Palmer Square
Located across from Princeton University, Palmer Square boasts a unique collection of shopping and dining right in the heart of downtown. Experience charming classical architecture mixed with contemporary elements, while you stroll along the tree lined streets. You’ll find the best in apparel, shoes, jewelry, beauty, gifts, home furnishings and specialty food and drink. There are a selection of great restaurants, cafes, and artisian ice cream shops, plus The Green plays host to many seasonal events throughout the year.
Princeton Shopping Center
Located a few blocks from Princeton’s Central Business District, the Princeton Shopping Center provides a unique selection of shopping, dining and services. Designed as a “California-style” mall when it opened in 1956, the Princeton Shopping Center differs from other shopping experiences in its layout and general ambiance, accounting for its popularity. Some 50 shops and restaurants, the majority of which are locally owned and operated, outline a rectangular courtyard, home to beautifully manicured floral displays and the central lawn.
PLANNED ACTIVITIES (TENTATIVE)
Sunday, June 5th
Baseball Game (1:05 PM), Trenton Thunder, Mercer County Waterfront Park, Trenton, NJ (www.trentonthunder.com/)
This AA affiliate of the NY Yankees and two-time defending league champion of the Eastern League will play their archrival, the New Hampshire "Fisher Cats."
Cost - $12 (pay in advance during online registration)
Activity includes – Game Ticket and transporation
Activity duration – Approximately 3 hours
Departure Time - 12:00 Noon at McCarter Theatre
Tour limit - 50
Princeton University Campus Walking Tour
(www.princetontourcompany.com/)
Learn about the famous students and residents that help to make Princeton the most treasured Ivy League town in America. On this scenic stroll, you'll see architectural wonders on campus as well as outside the gates.
Cost - $10 (pay in advance during online registration)
Activity duration – Approximately 2 hours
Departure Time 2:30 at McCarter Theatre
Monday, June 6th
Great Adventure & Wild Safari, Jackson Township, NJ
(http://www.sixflags.com/greatAdventure/index.aspx)
Join us for an afternoon at the Great Adventure theme park, featuring the world's tallest roller coaster "Kingda Ka" and other amazing rides.
Cost - $28 (pay in advance during online registration)
Activity includes: Admission to park, transportation and box lunch
Departure Time – 12:00 noon at McCarter Theatre (returning at 5:30 PM)
Tour Limit - 50
Princeton University Campus Walking Tour (www.princetontourcompany.com/)
Learn about the famous students and residents that help to make Princeton the most treasured Ivy League town in America. On this scenic stroll, you'll see architectural wonders on campus as well as outside the gates.
Cost - $10 (pay in advance during online registration)
Activity Duration – Approximately 2 hours
Departure Time 2:30 at McCarter Theatre
NOS Softball Challenge – Location and time to be announced.
(Please remember to bring your softball glove to the NOS!)
Kayak, Canoe Rentals (Princeton Canoe and Kayak Rental) (www.Canoenj.com/)
Canoe or Kayak on the Stoney Brook and Carnegie Lake.
Canoe - $14/hour
Kayak – $11-17/hour
Please pay on-campus during the Symposium
Tuesday, June 7th
5K run (6:30 AM) - Location to be Announced
An enjoyable early morning run along the Delaware & Raritan Canal State Park trail, a dirt path with views along Carnegie lake and Princeton. See: http://www.dandrcanal.com/natural.html for a history of the D&R Canal.
Total Duration: 1.5 hours
Grounds For Sculpture – Hamilton Township, NJ (www.groundsforsculpture.org/index.html)
The Grounds For Sculpture will take us on a guided tour of this 35-acre landscaped sculpture park, composed of works by well-known and emerging American and international artists.
Cost - $10 (pay in advance during online registration)
Tour includes: Admission for guided tour, transportation and box lunch
Departure Time – 1:00 at McCarter Theatre (returning at 4:00)
Tour Limit - 100
Princeton University Art Museum Tour (http://artmuseum.princeton.edu/)
The Museum offers an impressive range of art from ancient to modern times.
Cost - Free
Departure Time – 3:30 at the McCarter Theatre
Activity Duration – Approximately 1.5 hours
Tour limit - 45
Princeton University Campus Walking Tour (www.princetontourcompany.com/)
Learn about the famous students and residents that help to make Princeton the most treasured Ivy League town in America. On this scenic stroll, you'll see architectural wonders on campus as well as outside the gates.
Cost - $10 (pay in advance during online registration)
Activity duration – Approximately 2 hours
Departure Time 2:30 at McCarter Theatre
Volleyball "Tiger" Tournament – Location and time to be announced
Wednesday, June 8th
Institute Woods (Institute for Advanced Study Grounds)
(http://www.ias.edu/about/institute-grounds)
A 589-acre permanently conserved nature reserve that forms a key link in a network of green spaces in central New Jersey.
Cost - Free
Tour includes: Transportation
Departure Time – 2:30 at McCarter Theatre
Activity Duration – approximately 2 hours
Activity Limit - 100
Princeton University Art Museum Tour (http://artmuseum.princeton.edu/)
The Museum offers an impressive range of art from ancient to modern times.
Cost - Free
Departure Time – 3:30 at McCarter Theatre
Activity Duration – Approximately 1.5 hours
Tour limit - 45
NOS Ultimate Frisbee Event - Location and time to be announced
Kayak, Canoe Rentals (Princeton Canoe and Kayak Rental) (www.Canoenj.com/)
Canoe or Kayak on the Stoney Brook and Carnegie Lake.
Canoe - $14/hour
Kayak – $11-17/hour
Please pay on-campus during the Symposium
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