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2023 PASSHE Connect Conference

2023 PASSHE Connect Conference

2023 PASSHE Connect Conference

2023 PASSHE Connect Conference

2023 PASSHE Connect Conference

The conference Center at Shippensburg University has 13 meeting spaces that accommodate groups ranging in size from 6 to 100 people. On campus catering provides fresh, delicious, and creative food and beverage options for every meeting. The Conference Center is located at 500 Newberg Road, Shippensburg, PA. Conveniently located adjacent to the Courtyard by Marriot, we are easy to get to and a central location for all meeting attendees. We are right off I-81 with easy access to the Turnpike as well. The Conference Center is an easy one-stop-shop for all your meeting needs.

The Space

The Conference Center is a two story, accessible building with six meetings spaces on the 1st floor and seven meeting spaces on the 2nd floor.

  • The Lobby area is used for registration and food and beverage displays. Coat racks, registration tables, and soft seating are provided in this area.

  • The main Reception Hall is set with round tables seating eight people per table. This area can accommodate up to 160 people. Basic AV is available in this space.

  • Spinnaker A & B are set classroom style with 6 foot tables, two per table. They can be divided in half to accommodate smaller groups or opened up to seat larger groups. One side of these spaces’ seats up to 30 people, classroom style. Combined rooms seat 60 people. Trade Winds seats up to 30 people. Classroom is the standard set style, but other options are available depending on the groups needs.

  • Wind Jammer A & B and Schooner A & B are the same as Spinnaker and Clipper on the first floor. They seat 24 people per side in classroom style seating, two people per six-foot table.

  • Capstan and Skipjack are two smaller conference rooms with windows to the hallway. These accommodate up to 10 people each on an oval conference table. The second-floor corridor is set with high top tables and stools, soft seating, and small round tables. This is also a great area to add vendor tables or use for a small social event.

Technology

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Audio/Visual

Each meeting room is equipped with an 85 in. displace screen, plug and play connections for various devices, and web cameras with microphones for virtual meetings.  This AV is intuitive to use, clear visuals, great sound, and engaging for your attendees. More specific details about AV can be provided based on spaces being used. Sound reinforcement is also available for larger groups.

Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi is available through out the building. Connection credentials will be provided to attendees and planners at the start of each meeting. Credentials change weekly for security purposes.

Catering and Lodging

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Catering

Campus Dining Services provides wonderful catering options for the Conference Center. Seasonal menus keep offerings fresh and fun. Catering menus can be found online here. All orders must be for 12 people or more or come to the sum of $100 or more. Catering can be ordered online and paid via credit card, or through the Conference Services office and added to your final invoice.

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Lodging

The Courtyard by Marriot Shippensburg is adjacent to the Conference Center and provides outstanding accommodation for meeting guests. If there is an event needing more than 10 rooms the planner should contact Maureen Reid, Director of Sales at the Courtyard by Marriot Shippensburg, at (717) 477-0680 or maureen.reid@aimbridge.com.

Contact the Director of Conference Services Lauren Nelson

Old Main 1871 Old Main Drive Shippensburg, PA 17257 Phone: 717-477-1256