WHEN YOU ARRIVE, GO DIRECTLY TO THE KING-SEABROOK CHAPEL.

The King-Seabrook Chapel at Huston-Tillotson is where check-in and registration will occur and where all general sessions will be held. (The Chapel is No. 17 on the map below or here)

If you arrive by bus or get dropped off, the main entrance to the campus is:
900 Chicon St
Austin TX,
78701

The following link will give you directions to the campus:

http://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en&q=900+Chicon+Street.+austin,+tx,+78702&ie=UTF8&ll=30.266555,-97.72135&spn=0.007524,0.013819&z=16&iwloc=addr

 (King-Seabrook Chapel is No.17)

 

Public Transportation:

Please use Google’s amazing tool maps.google.com/transit to determine bus routes while in Austin. Austin has a pretty good bus system.

Austin’s Capital Metro Bus System also has a trip planner which will give you instructions on getting to campus. Capital Metro Trip Planner: http://capmetro.org/riding/tripplanner.asp

Parking On Campus

You will need to park at:
800 Chalmers Ave, Austin, TX

This parking lot (gravel) can be found on the west side of the Huston-Tillotson campus (There will be no parking inside the main campus). If you are coming down 7th street from I-35, take a left on Chalmers St. and the parking lot should be to your left, just across from the campus (take a look at the campus map, the parking lot is numbered 25).

Go the King-Seabrook Chapel immediately for check-in/registration and all general sessions. In other words, all the really important events! See directions below for more information about how to find it.

• Luggage
• The best place to keep your luggage is where you’re staying, so try to drop it off before you check-in and show up for Saturday’ events. (If you have absolutely cannot drop it bring it with you and we find space for you.)
• Parking
• Parking can be found on the west side of the HT campus. If you are coming down 7th street from I-35, take a left on Chalmers St. and the parking lot should be to your left, just across from the campus (take a look at the campus map below, the parking lot is numbered 25). Since parking maybe limited, please consider using Austin’s reasonably good bus system. Please plan your trip on Google’s amazing tool maps.google.com/transit.
• Registration / Check-In
• Everyone attending the Re-Energize Texas Summit will need to check in and register. At check-in you will receive the conference booklet that will give you locations for the dozens of trainings happening over the weekend. Registration runs from 9am to 1130am, Saturday; Please get there early!
• If you are arriving after 1130am on Saturday, do not worry. We will have help desks set up at the King-Seabrook Chapel to register you and to and give you all your information.
• Everyone who is registered and paid will check in at the King-Sea-Brook Chapel.
• At registration you will receive:
• Your personal badge that grants you access to all the events over the weekend.
• The conference booklet with complete agenda including descriptions and locations of all the workshops/trainings.
• Your Re-Energize Texas t-shirt and tote.

General Sessions (keynotes and the Awakening the Dreamer Symposium) will be in the King-Seabrook Chapel

• Admission for the general sessions will begin at 11 AM on Saturday.
• Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis; make sure you get there early.

Workshops and Trainings

• How do I pick which workshops and trainings I want to attend?
• There is no sign-up for panels or workshops; just choose the ones you want to attend from the list in the conference packet or website and show up. There are a limited number of seats in each location, so be sure to arrive early.
• Are all the facilities wheelchair accessible?
• Unfortunately, not all of Huston-Tillotson Universities’ facilities are wheelchair accessible. Please do write to us at cassy.rivas@gmail.com if you have concerns.
• What is the format of the workshops and the trainings?
• Workshops and trainings will be held in classrooms with an average capacity of 30. Workshop sessions will be 45 mins long and the trainings will be one hour long. In most cases each session will be led by one person. They will be highly interactive. Participate!
• What should I bring to the workshops/trainings?
• You will need your badge to be admitted. Bring a notebook and something to write with if you wish to take notes during the sessions.

Food

You are responsible for your own meals at the ReEnergize Texas Summit. There are many options for where to eat. We have indicated the walking distance to some of the places below.

Near Campus

Near the Chapel 900 Chicon St, Austin, TX 78701

Fonda del Sol Mexican Restaurant
1912 E. 7th St, Austin, TX – (512)279-4383 – 0.2 mi – about 5 min.

Casa Colombia
1614 E 7th St, Austin, TX – (512) 495-9425 – 0.2 mi W – about 7 min

Cafe Mundi
1704 E 5th St # 100 Austin, TX – (512) 236-8634 – 0.3 mi SW – about 7 min

Subway
1923 E 7th St, Austin, TX – (512) 495-9539 – 0.2 mi S – about 8 min

East Side Pies
(good pizzas)
1401 B Rosewood Ave, Austin, TX – (512) 524-0933 – 0.3 mi NW – about 9 mins

Short Stop (fast food)
2217 E. 7th St, Austin, TX – (512)-469-0607 – 0.4 mi  SW– about 8 min.

Los Comales Mexican Restaurant
2136 E. 7th St, Austin, TX  – (512-480-9358) – 0.4 mi – about 8 min.

Taqueria Arandas
2129 E. 7th St, Austin, TX – (512) 480-8874 – 0.4 mi – about 8 min.

Cisco’s Restaurant and Bakery
1511 E. 6th St, Austin, TX – (512) 478-2420 – 0.5 mi –  about 10 min.

Bossa Nova Coffee Bar and Bakery
2121 E. 6th St, Austin, TX – (512) 478-8700 - 0.5 mi – about 10 min.

Angie’s Mexican Restaurant
1307 E. 7th St, Austin, TX – (512) 476-5413 – 0.6 mi – about 11 min.

Karibu Ethiopian Restaurant (good food! Mention ReEnergize Texas Summit to get 20% discount)
1209 E. 7th St, Austin, TX – (512) 320-5454  - 0.6 mi – about 12 min.

Victory Grill
1104 E. 11th St, Austin, TX  – (512) 902-5057 – 0.6 mi – about 12 min.

Blue Dahlia Bistro (coffee bar)
1115 E. 11th St, Austin, TX  – (512) 542-9542 – 0.6 mi – about 12 min.

J. Kelly’s BBQ
E. 11th St. and I35 (900 E 11th St), Austin, TX – (512) 499-0910 – 0.8 mi – about 16 min.

Further Away

Vegetarian

Mr. Natural
Vegetarian, Vegan, Mexican
1901 E Cesar Chavez St
Austin, TX 78702-4501
Phone: (512) 477-5228
Hours: Mon-Sat 8am-7pm

Casa de Luz
Vegetarian, Vegan, Microbiotic
1701 Toomey Rd
Austin, TX 78704-1033
Phone: (512) 476-2535
Hours: Mon-Sat 7am-9am, 11:30am-2pm, 6pm-8:30pm, Sun 11am-2pm, 6pm-8:30pm

Indian

The Clay Pit
Indian, Vegetarian Options
1601 Guadalupe St
Austin, 78701
Phone: (512) 322-5131
Hours: Mon-Fri 11am-2pm, 5pm-10pm, Fri-Sat 5pm-11pm, Sun 5pm-10pm

Pizza

Austin’s Pizza
Pizza
2324 Guadalupe St
Austin, 78705
Phone: (512) 795-8888
Hours: Sun-Thu 11am-12am, Fri-Sat 11am-2am

African

Aster’s Ethiopian Restaurant
Ethiopian, Vegetarian and Vegan Options
2804 North I-H 35 Austin, Tx 78705
(512) 469-5966
Hours: Tues-Sun 11am-9pm Fri-Sun 10pm

Market

Whole Foods Market
Eclectic, Vegetarian Options
2201 N Lamar Blvd
Austin, 78705
Phone: (512) 481-0235
Hours: 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Daily

Central Market
Eclectic, Vegetarian Options
4001 N Lamar Blvd
Austin, 78756
Phone: (512) 206-1000
Hours: Store: Daily 8am-9pm, Cafe: Sun-Thu 7am-9pm, Fri-Sat 7am-10pm

• Carry proper identification with you at all times.
• Use the Blue-Light emergency phones in case of emergency.
• Please be aware that for your protection the campus has many security cameras, please do not tamper with the cameras.
• After dark, do not walk alone and wear light colored clothing. Always walk in well-lighted areas and only on designated walkways.
• If driving on campus, please respect all posted speed limits, signs, and traffic signals. Read signs carefully and park only in designated areas.
• Please do not assume cars will stop when you cross campus roads!

In the case of an emergency dial 911 or

You can reach Huston-Tillotson University Campus Safety at 512.505.3010

Huston-Tillotson University strictly prohibits weapons of any kind, fireworks and other illegal items. Alcohol use by persons under the age of 21 is illegal in the State of Texas. Alcohol use in public spaces, other than licensed facilities, is also illegal. Please respect all campus buildings and property while on campus, including not entering buildings where there are no Re-Energize Texas events. Huston-Tillotson University prohibits smoking in all buildings.

Other Needs Around Town

• Housing:
  Please make your housing arrangements before you get to Austin. All participants are responsible for their own housing needs.
• Taxi Cab
• Yellow Cab Austin 512 452 9999

Fun Stuff to do in Austin

GET OUTSIDE! For all you biophiliacs, Austin has a lot of green space to offer fun.

Zilker Park and Barton Springs: Cool off in this natural pool that stays at a consistent 68° F all year long or play some frisbee. (Off of Barton Springs Rd.)

Hike and Bike Trails: Lady Bird Lake offers great skyline views on trails that circle the lake (Riverside and 1^st)

Barton Creek Greenbelt: Pick up a greenbelt map at a local gas station, and explore the 11-mile-long creek with falls (when there’s water), hike and bike trails, and rock climbing spots.

Mt. Bonnell and Mayfield Preserve: Visit the highest point within city limits to watch the sunset, or pet the peacocks at the nearby preserve. (38^th and Mt. Bonnell Drive// west of Mopac)

Casa de Luz: Local nonprofit that in the past 16 years has converted from a Styrofoam-insulated meat-packing plant to an oasis of vegetation with a cooking school, organic and vegan macrobiotic restaurant, wellness center, and children’s school. (near Barton Springs Rd. and S. Lamar)

Hotels

Rates are approximate

1. La Quinta
   Address:300 E. 11th St., Austin,
   Directions
   Rate: 114/night
   Comments: Right in the middle of down town with a user rating of 4.6 out of 5.

2. Super 8
   Address: 1201 North I-35, Austin, 78702
   Directions
   Rate: $63/night
   Comments: Was rated 3.4 out of 5 stars. It Is almost right next to the
   University and downtown.

3. Days Inn
   Address:3105 N I-35,Austin, 78722
   Directions
   Rate: $78.93/per night
   Comments: A little farther from campus, but still close and cheap

4. Super 8 (2)
   Address:5526 N IH-35, Austin, 78751
   Directions
   Rate: $54/night
   Comments: Cheapest hotel in Austin and is newly remodeled.

5. Double Tree Club
   Address:1617 IH-35 North, Austin, TX
   Directions
   Rate: $149/night
   Comments: pretty pricey, but this hotel is literally next door to the university

ReEnergize Texas staff will be all over campus to help direct students and answer any questions.

-For more help during the conference, you will be able to find us at the King-Seabrook Chapel

In the case of an emergency, you can reach us at 512-470-6572 or email at trevorl@mail.utexas.edu

See you soon!

The 2009 ReEnergize Texas Team

Download the directions/check in page in pdf format for printing.