ARENA IACUC 101 Nashville, TN; Vanderbilt University and the NIH Office of Laboratory Animal

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ARENA IACUC 101 – Nashville, TN

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Vanderbilt University and the NIH Office of Laboratory Animal Welfare

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Tuesday, November 4, 2003

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7:30 am – 5:00 pm

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Stadium Club at Vanderbilt University

On Tuesday, November 4, 2003 in Nashville, TN, Vanderbilt University and the NIH Office of Laboratory Animal Welfare will co-sponsor the ARENA IACUC 101 at the Stadium Club at Vanderbilt University.

ARENA IACUC 101 is a full day didactic and interactive training course for new as well as seasoned IACUC members, IACUC affiliates including IACUC administrators, trainers, veterinarians, animal care staff, researchers, regulatory personnel, individuals responsible for their institution’s animal care program and others interested in IACUC roles and responsibilities. The program is delivered by a top-notch faculty renowned for their expertise in institutional animal care and use issues and program development including representatives from both private and academic biomedical research institutions as well as the AAALAC, USDA and OLAW. The morning and early afternoon sessions will provide a basic yet comprehensive overview of the laws, regulations, and policies that govern the humane care and use of laboratory animals supplemented with examples and possible approaches for successful and effective administration. Current available resources to help IACUCs keep abreast of the latest information as well as take advantage of networking opportunities will also be covered. The materials and information provided during the course will be applied during the later afternoon session when students will be challenged to consider, deliberate and develop action plans for a variety of potential IACUC scenarios. Students receive an extensive resources manual as well as copies of relevant laws, regulations, policy and guides.

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TENTATIVE AGENDA

7:30 – 8:30 Registration and Continental Breakfast

8:30 – 8:45 Introduction

8:45 – 9:15 Historical Perspectives

9:15 – 9:45 Key Components

9:45 – 9:55 Q & As

9:55 – 10:10 Break

10:10 – 10:40 IACUC Functions

10:40 – 10:50 Q & As

10:50 – 11:35 Program Evaluations and Inspections

11:35 – 11:45 Q & As

11:45 – 12:45 Lunch

12:45 – 1:00 Written Q & As –OLAW; USDA, AAALAC

1:00 – 1:45 Protocol Review

1:45 – 1:55 Q & As

1:55 – 2:25 Personnel Qualifications & Training

2:25 – 2:35 Q & As

2:35 – 2:50 Break

2:50 – 3:40 Scenario Shorts – Mock IACUC Deliberations – Faculty and Mentors

3:40 – 4:30 Scenario Shorts – Responses - OLAW; USDA, AAALAC

4:30 – 5:00 Final Q & As, Evaluation Forms and Attendance Certificates

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REGISTRATION AND REGISTRATION FEE

The registration form below must be completed and returned to Vanderbilt Division of CME, 320 Light Hall, Nashville, TN 37232-0260 along with registration fee. The entire registration fee must accompany the registration form. Minimum and maximum enrollments have been established.

Early Registration: $225.00/participant postmarked by October 1, 2003

Late Registration: $250.00/participant postmarked after October 1, 2003

Cancellations submitted in writing prior to October 15, 2003 are necessary for reimbursement of the registration fee minus a $25.00 administration fee. Cancellations after October 15, 2003 will not be refunded.

Registration fee includes attendance at all sessions, continental breakfast, refreshment breaks, lunch, course syllabus and hard copy materials, and other amenities involved in creating a rewarding learning experience.

Vanderbilt University reserves the right to cancel all programs and return all fees. Liability is limited to the course fee. Vanderbilt University will not be responsible for any losses incurred by registrants including, but not limited to, airline cancellation charges or hotel deposits. The program agenda is subject to change without notice.

Participation of women, racial/ethnic minorities and persons with disabilities, and other individuals, who have been traditionally underrepresented in science, is encouraged.

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SPECIAL NEEDS AND/OR QUESTIONS:

If you have special needs, require special accommodations or have questions, please contact Nanette Bahlinger, Vanderbilt Division of CME, 320 Light Hall, Nashville, TN 37232-0260; Ph: 615-322-0672; Fax: 615-312-0951; Email: or Mary Lou James, Consultant, Regulatory Compliance, St. Louis, MO at (314) 997-6896, E-mail: .

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CONFERENCE LOCATION

Vanderbilt Stadium Club, 201 25th Ave. S.

A detailed map and directions from various locations are available at URL http://stadiumclubvanderbilt.com/SC_area_map.html. The Stadium Club is an easy walk from the hotel and is located behind and to the left of the Marriott approximately 40-50 feet.

From: Nashville International Airport and Knoxville, Tennessee

Take I-40 west to the Broadway Exit (#209A). Turn left onto Broadway. Follow Broadway and veer right to West End Avenue. Turn left onto 25th Avenue. Take the first right onto Kensington Place. Take the next left towards the parking garage and then the second entrance into the garage. Take the garage elevators to the “Club” level where you will enter the Stadium Club. Allow approximately thirty minutes driving time from the airport to Vanderbilt University. If traffic is light, it will take less time.

From: Birmingham, Alabama

Take I-65 North to I-440 West. Exit West End, turning right onto West End. Turn right onto Natchez Trace. Take the first left behind the Marriott Hotel. Take the next right towards the Stadium Club parking garage and then the second entrance into the garage. Take the garage elevators to the “Club” level where you will enter the Stadium Club.

Memphis, Tennessee

Take I-40 east to the Broadway Exit (#209B). Turn right onto Broadway. Follow Broadway and veer right to West End Avenue. Turn left onto 25th Avenue. Take the first right onto Kensington Place. Take the next left towards the parking garage and then the second entrance into the garage. Take the garage elevators to the “Club” level where you will enter the Stadium Club.

Louisville, Kentucky

Take I-65 to I-40 west and then from I-40 west take I-40 east. Exit Broadway (#209A). Turn right onto Broadway. Follow Broadway and veer right to West End Avenue. Turn left onto 25th Avenue. Take the first right onto Kensington Place. Take the next left towards the parking garage and then the second entrance into the garage. Take the garage elevators to the “Club” level where you will enter the Stadium Club.

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CONFERENCE LODGING

Nashville Marriott at Vanderbilt University, 2555 West End Avenue, Nashville, TN 37203, Ph: 615-321-1300 or 800-285-0190, Fax: 615-321-1400, or visit www.marriott.com. A limited number of rooms at a conference rate of $119 per night are available for IACUC 101. Reservations must be completed prior to October 4, 2003. Indoor self-parking is available for $12/day and valet parking for $16/day. Please mention VU CME Institutional Animal Care when making reservations.

DIRECTIONS to the Marriott at Vanderbilt University:

The Nashville Marriott at Vanderbilt University is located in close proximity to the Stadium Club at Vanderbilt University. For a more detailed description and map, please see CONFERENCE LOCATION above.

Grayline offers airport shuttle service to and from the Marriott hotel. Exit at the ground level transportation, out the doors and to the left. The shuttle runs every 15 minutes. $11.00 for a one way. trip and $17.00 for a round trip.

REGISTRATION FORM:

ARENA IACUC 101 – Tuesday, November 4, 2003, Stadium Club at Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN

PLEASE TYPE OR PRINT LEGIBLY! PLEASE COMPLETE ALL THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION so you can be assured advanced receipt of course materials and proper assignment to a mock IACUC:

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Registration Form:

Name (plus degrees): ______

Title: ______

Company/Institution: ______

Address: ______

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City/State/Zip Code: ______

Telephone: ______Fax:______

**E-mail: ______(for registration confirmation and pre-course information and “homework”)

If you do not have access to E-mail, PLEASE indicate another method including alternative e- mail addresses for providing you with pre-course materials. ______

IACUC Title or Affiliation: ______Please be more specific than just “member” (e.g. Chair, Scientific Member, Non-Scientific Member, Non-Affiliated or Community Member, Attending Veterinarian, Administrator/Coordinator; Other: SPECIFY).

Number of Years IACUC Experience: ______

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Early Registration: $225.00/participant postmarked by October 1, 2003

Late Registration: $250.00/participant postmarked after October 1, 2003

Cancellations submitted in writing prior to October 15, 2003 are necessary for reimbursement of the registration fee minus a $25.00 administration fee. Cancellations after October 15, 2003 will not be refunded.

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PAYMENT OPTIONS:

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DETACH AND MAIL OR FAX TO:

Vanderbilt Division of CME

ARENA IACUC 101

320 Light Hall

Nashville, TN 37232-0260

Phone: 615-322-0672 Fax: 615-312-0951