Travelling to Williamsburg

Traveling to Williamsburg, you have several options for how to arrive (though always "in style"). There are three major airports in the region: Newport New/ Williamsburg Regional Airport (19 miles, Airport Code: PHF), Richmond International Airport (45 miles, Airport Code RIC), and Norfolk International Airport (45 miles, Airport Code: ORF). We STRONGLY discourage using the Norfolk Airport, because it requires traveling through the Hampton Roads Tunnel, which can cause significant travel delays (and frustration). Williamsburg is also serviced by an Amtrak station, if you want to arrive by rail. As always, shuttle rates go down with more travelers riding together, so if you know that you will be arriving with other conference participants try to coordinate shuttle reservations. A list of shuttle and ground transportation providers can be found at this link.

Accomodations

One of the most distinguished hotels in Williamsburg, The Hospitality House invites you to enjoy classic, comfortable accommodations where America's history began.

Recall a time when Williamsburg was the capital of Virginia, a time when life was gentle, this time exists at the Williamsburg Hospitality House Hotel and Conference Center.

A preferred hotel for the distinguished traveler, the Williamsburg Hospitality House is located two blocks from the historic area of Colonial Williamsburg and across from the College of William and Mary.

Conference rate $139 per night. Reserve by September 27th. Call (757) 229-4020.

Things to do and see

There are lots of fun things to see and do during your stay in Williamsburg. We have compiled and extensive list which can be found at this link. We recommend that you call the attractions directly beforehand for additional information on what they offer, rates and to confirm days and hours of operation. Groups should contract the attractions in advance to make arrangements and inquire about group discounts.

SACES RESEARCH AND BEST PRACTICES AWARD COMMITTEE
CALL FOR PROPOSALS 2010

Purpose: The purpose for this call for proposals is to fund innovative best practices and research studies related to counselor education and supervision. SACES will fund up to six proposals, of up to $500 each.

Who May Apply: This grant competition is open to both professional and student members of SACES. Because of their need and because of the limited funding available for student research, student researchers are especially encouraged to apply. Individuals may submit (or be part of a submission team) for only one proposal. Multiple submissions by any researcher (individually or as part of multiple research teams) will not be accepted.

Proposal Format: Proposals must adhere to the following requirements in order to be considered for the award:

• Follow the guidelines set forth in the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (6TH ed.) (2010). [No title page and abstract needed. The application form will be in lieu of a title page.]
• Proposal must be no more than four pages excluding the application form.

Evaluation Criteria: A panel of reviewers will evaluate Research proposals using the following criteria:

• The researcher is a current Professional or Student member of SACES, and the researcher has submitted only one proposal for funding in this year’s grant program.
• Points will be awarded according to the following formula:
  • Proposed topic is within the scope of counselor education and supervision (30 pts.)
  • Relevance of research or practice to counselor education and supervision as evidenced by the Literature review (30 pts.)
  • Strength and clarity of the research methodology or description of program (30 pts.)
  • Applicable ethical standards for research with human subjects (10 pts.)

As a condition of the acceptance of the grant award, the researcher is required to

• Submit a copy of the proposal in presentation form and present the research results at a SACES or ACES Conference when the next call is announced. [The next call would be for ACES 2011 conference, or SACES 2012].
• The researcher will include an acknowledgment of SACES financial support of the project in all reports, presentations, or publications related to the supported project.

Deadline for Submission: The deadline for submission is October 1, 2010, 11:59 EST..

Maximum amount funded: SACES typically provides a maximum amount of $500 per grant that is awarded.

Submission Instructions:
Your email attachments must include:

• One “blind” copy of the proposal (this copy shall have no author identification on it)
• One copy of the proposal with author identification
• One application form (CLICK HERE for Research Awards Application Form)

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