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#CSCUNITE24 Know Before You Go – Last minute tips & packing list
by Marlee Ressa — CSC Intern
It is almost time for #CSCUnite25 taking place at the World Center Marriott Resort in Orlando on June 8-11. Provided below are some last minute tips and tricks in preparation for the convention.
#CSCUnite25 Packing List:
- Laptop and chargers (there will be limited charging stations in select session rooms)
- Water bottle
- Supplies to take notes (notepad, pens, etc.)
- Virtual or printed business cards (consider a digital business card like Blinq)
- Comfortable shoes for walking (there will be lots of walking...)
- Your personal schedule via the #CSCUnite25 mobile app
- Business casual attire (more information below)
Last minute tips sent in by CSC staff and members:
- Make sure to download and login to the mobile app listed above for announcements, updates, and to create your personalized schedule for #CSCUnite25. Please double-check the mobile app schedule each morning to confirm nothing has changed in terms of times and locations for the sessions you plan to attend. For the best experience, make sure to turn on push notifications for CSC Unite in the settings of your device to make sure you receive all important messages throughout the convention.
- If you are from a smaller school or one person shop, don't be intimidated. Everyone there does the same thing, we are all there to help each other get better.
- Don't be a wall flower. Sit with others during sessions, ask questions if you have them. It is great and easy networking. If you arrive at a session alone, go sit next to someone and introduce yourself!
- Wear comfortable shoes. You are on your feet a lot, don’t sacrifice comfort for shoes that make you hurt!
- If you are able to arrive in Orlando before the convention, or stay late, visit our CSC MemberDeals perks page for discounts on things to do in Orlando!
- Are you a FIRST TIME CSC attendee? Make sure to come to the Sunday, June 8th session First Time Attendees - Welcome to the Club! (11:20-11:50 AM). Come have fun and meet fellow first-time convention goers!
- Remember that each CSC registered attendee may attend All NACDA programming and learning sessions, unless they are NACDA food service events and any others marked as closed. Likewise, NACDA registrants may attend CSC events under the same parameters! Share this information and check out all programming: Visit their convention website here!
Weather in Orlando:
The weather in Orlando is looking like it will be hot and humid during the course of the convention. There is also a current chance of rain on Sunday, June 8th, and Monday, June 9th.
What to wear:
Business casual attire is suggested for all sessions and luncheons. For men, this would include an open collared shirt or polo, an open collared shirt with blazer, and slacks; for women, tailored pants or skirts, blazers, structured tops, and dresses. Click here for some tips on business casual attire from Indeed.
Food options at World Center Marriott Resort:
Foodservice events included with your CSC badge:
Food Trucks open for all attendees:
Coffee and food trucks will be available for attendees to purchase refreshments just outside the Convention space near the CSC registration desk throughout the day on Monday, June 9th through Wednesday, June 11th. These food and beverage options are conveniently located and will provide a wide variety of refreshments.
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Coffee - Three breakfast/coffee trucks will be available at these times
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Monday, June 9: 7 AM - 4 PM
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Tuesday, June 10: 7 AM - Noon; 1:30-4 PM (closed Noon - 1:30)
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Wednesday, June 11: 7 AM - 2 PM
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Lunch - Six lunch trucks will be available at these times. Options may include burgers, pizza, cheesesteaks, rice/salad bowls, tacos, Asian cuisine.
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Monday, June 9: 10 AM - 4 PM
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Tuesday, June 10: 10 AM - Noon; 1:30-4 PM (closed Noon - 1:30)
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Wednesday, June 11: 10 AM - 2 PM
Hotel shuttle services:
Free shuttle service to and from the World Center Marriott to the Marriott Villages, Caribe Royale and Buena Vista Suites will be provided. The Marriott Village hotels include the SpringHill Suites, Courtyard by Marriott and Fairfield Inn & Suites. Shuttles run approximately every 30 minutes. Buses will pick up and drop off at the following locations: Marriott Village at Lake Buena Vista: Between the Courtyard & Fairfield Hotels next to the Village Green (designation: yellow umbrellas). Caribe Royale/Buena Vista Suites: Caribe Royale Convention Center Porte Cochere across from Tower II. Orlando World Center Marriott Resort: Hotel Main Entrance.
Note: There is not a complimentary airport to hotel shuttle service.
No vouchers for discounted parking are available for CSC or NACDA.
Programming for all attendees will begin Sunday, June 8th at noon with a welcome reception at 5:00 p.m. and conclude with the CSC Special Awards Luncheon Wednesday, June 11th at Noon. Please remember to download the mobile app to create your personal daily schedule.
AGAIN - All NACDA programming and sessions are open to registered CSC attendees, unless they are NACDA food service events and any others marked as closed. Likewise, NACDA registrants may attend CSC events under the same parameters. Please encourage your non-CSC colleagues to participate in our sessions! Visit their convention website here!
Know Before You Go on-demand webinar:
Check out the "Know Before You Go" on-demand webinar from CSC staff and CSC President Kevin Trainor to learn more about the general session programming, Divisional Day sessions, what Educational Lounge sessions are all about; networking events and awards ceremonies; food services; career development sessions; our community service event, 5K run/walk registration; special promotions and happenings around CSC UNITE, plus more!