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3rd Quilt Optical Networking Workshop

OSHEAN
May 31-June 3, 2005
Newport, RI

The Quilt, in conjunction with OSHEAN, will be hosting the third Fiber Workshop May 31 - June 3, 2005  in Newport, Rhode Island.  Presentations by vendors of interest to the community will begin Tuesday afternoon, 4pm - 8pm and continue on Wednesday morning from 8am - Noon.  The workshop portion of the meeting begins at Noon on Wednesday, June 1, 2005 and will focus on the issues associated with implementing, operating, managing and using optical networking infrastructure.  The workshop assumes a basic understanding of optical networking terminology and technology, specifically those topics discussed during the two previous Quilt Fiber Workshops. Specific topics covered will include: Optical Network Testing; Test Equipment and Testing Services; Optical Network Management Tools; Current Trends in Metro and Regional Networks; Connecting to other Optical Networks.

Meeting Logistics:

Meeting Location

Salve Regina University
Rodgers Recreational Center
Second Floor Conference Room
Newport, RI

Agenda

The draft agenda is available here.

Registration:

Registration is available here.
Pre-registration will close at 5:00pm eastern time on Wednesday May 25, 2005. On-site registration will be available at the registration desk if space is still available. The registration fee for this workshop is $150.00.

There will be a Welcome Reception on Wednesday evening and a Clam Bake, sponsored jointly by OSHEAN and The Quilt, on Thursday evening.

The list of registrants will be available here.

Lodging

There are two options for lodging for this workshop. May 17, 2005 is the cut off date for both. There are a limited number of rooms because this is the beginning of high season for Newport. We strongly recommend you make your reservations early.

OPTION 1
Newport Marriott Hotel

25 America's Cup Avenue
Newport, RI 02840
Reservations: 401-849-1000

Block Name: Quilt Workshop (individuals must refer to this name to obtain the block rate)
Block Dates: Tuesday May 31 through and including Thursday June 2, 2005
Block Cutoff Date: May 17, 2005, 5:00pm eastern time
Block Rate: $189.00, plus applicable state and local taxes in effect at the time of check in (currently 13%)

All reservations must be accompanied by a first night room deposit or guaranteed with a major credit card

Check In: 4:00 p.m. local time
Check Out: 11:00 a.m. local time

The hotel has on site parking for a daily fee.

OPTION 2
Salve Regina University
Hunt Hall (Student Dormitory)

Block Dates: Tuesday May 31 through and including Thursday June 2, 2005
Block Cutoff Date: May 17, 2005, 5:00pm eastern time
Block Rate: $65.00, plus applicable state and local taxes in effect at the time of check in (currently 13%).
**Please note: There is no availability for extending your stay at this facility beyond June 2, 2005. Check out is 9:00am on Friday June 3, 2005.

Linens and towels are included however, items such as shampoo, soap and hairdryers are not.

Space will be assigned on a first come, first served basis. You will be notified immediately if there is space left. Upon confirmation you will be asked to submit your credit card information which will be forwarded to Salve Regina University for processing. Please include in your initial request the following information:

Full Name
Check In Date
Check Out Date

To reserve your spot at Hunt Hall, please send your request to tdowney@internet2.edu.

Parking is available for Hunt Hall guests.

Airport information for both options:--TF Green International Airport, Providence (PVD), located approximately 25 miles from the Newport Marriott. Driving directions will be available here.

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