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2012 Annual Meeting
Mar. 29 - April 1
Marriott Minneapolis City Center
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Deadlines See list below.
Grants to help defray travel costs for meeting attendees
Student travel grants: Registration will open Dec. 9th.Tourist Info
Restaurant guides by Sue Smith- Cunnien, Local Arrangements ChairTen Things to Do in the Twin Cities
By Local Arrangements Chair Sue Smith-Cunnien
Most of us will spend our time at the 2012 MSS meetings in Minneapolis attending sessions, committee meetings and the great plenary sessions and MSS 75th anniversary events that are being planned. But at the end of the day some folks will want to head out and explore what makes the Twin Cities such a great place. While the possibilities are endless, here are ten things you might want to do. Some are free, some are pricey; some are family-friendly, some are for the “discerning sophisticate; some are close to our home base at the Marriott City Center and some are farther out in the metro area.
Walk around a lake or go to a park. We’re not called the Land of 10,000 Lakes for nothing. Even in downtown Minneapolis you can head to Loring Park and walk around a lake (okay, pond). Or head to the other side of downtown and stroll along the Mississippi River. Take a peek at a city map and you’ll find numerous lakes and parks, all with good walking and cycling paths. If you have only a few minutes, take a walk down Nicollet Mall or through the downtown skyways.
Visit the Minneapolis Institute of Arts. A 10 minute drive will get you to the MIA with its amazingly varied collections. The Institute has no admission fee but a $5 donation is encouraged.
Head to the Science Museum of Minnesota. Located along the Mississippi in downtown Saint Paul, this is always a winner with both kids and adults.
Enjoy a night out at the Dakota Jazz Club and Restaurant. Come for the music and enjoy a great meal. Maybe you’ll be lucky and be here for one of their “Foodie Nights.”
Take in a play at the Guthrie Theater. Now located in downtown Minneapolis in the old mill district, there is always a full schedule of plays, concerts and other events at the Guthrie. Public tours are available at 10 a.m. on Fridays.
Go to the Walker Art Center. Internationally known for its contemporary art, you will find exhibitions, performing arts, films and more at the Walker. At the very least, take a stroll through the outdoor sculpture gardens. /
Rent a Segway. It may be chilly but it’s a great way to tour the Minneapolis riverfront or the Saint Paul Summit Avenue area.
Attend a concert. Classical music lovers might want to hear the Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra at the Ordway Center in downtown Saint Paul, or the Minnesota Orchestra at Orchestra Hall in downtown Minneapolis. For big concerts check out who’s playing at the Target Center in Minneapolis or the Xcel Energy Center in Saint Paul.
Check out Target Field. Minnesota’s major league ballpark is located in downtown Minneapolis and baseball fans can tour this new home for the Twins. Tours run Thursday through Sunday in March.
Take the Light Rail to the Mall of America. Love it or hate it, the Mall of America is not to be missed by a sociologist. With its umpteen million stores, restaurants, movie theaters, carnival rides and sea life aquarium, there is a lot to see and do.
See you in Minneapolis!
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Annual Meetings
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2012 annual meeting
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Annual Meeting Deadlines
Jan. 24
Session organizers must confer with their session participants to confirm participation and attendance; and report results to the program chair.
Feb 1
All meeting participants MUST register for the upcoming meeting - or risk removal from the program.
Feb 15
Deadline to apply for adjunct/contingent travel grants.
March 1
Request special audiovisual equipment from the program chair. See audiovisual info here.
March 6
Last day to reserve a hotel room at the discount - unless they have sold out before this date.
March 6
Last day to apply for student travel grants.
March 6
Last day to request child care or disability accommodation.
March 6
Last day for non-participating meeting attendees to pre-register at the discount rate.
GENERAL info page
The FINAL version of theis here! [updated 1-18-12]- Sessions are listed chronologically
- Please use the search function to find your own listing(s).
- Questions about the program? Please contact Program Chair Linda Lindsey and her assistant, Priya Dua, by email.
- If you are participating in the meeting as an organizer or presenter, please REGISTER for the meeting before Feb. 1st, or risk being dropped from the program.
Code of Ethics
of the Midwest Sociological Society
Members of the Midwest Sociological Society subscribe to and are bound by the Code of Ethics of the American Sociological Association.To read the Code in its entirety, please visit www.ASAnet.org and follow the link to ‘Ethics.’
MSS members are reminded that sexual or racial harassment is unethical in any professional setting, and that the annual meeting of the Midwest Sociological Society constitutes such a professional setting. Instances of harassment should be reported as soon as possible to the Professional Issues and Standards Committee. To view the MSS grievance procedure in its entirety, please go to the MSS website ‘About MSS’ page; or request a copy by email.
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