Traveling to Virginia Tech
Directions from the Roanoke Regional Airport:
- When leaving the airport, take I-581 N for 2.4 miles.
- Take exit 1S to merge onto I-81 S toward Bristol/Salem.
- Take exit 118C-B-A for US-11/US-460 toward Blacksburg/Christiansburg.
- Keep left at the fork to continue toward US-460 W.
- Take exit 118B for US-11/US-460 W/US-460 toward Blacksburg/Christianburg.
- Keep left at the fork to continue toward US-460 W and merge onto US-460 W.
- Take the exit toward Downtown.
- Merge onto Prices Fork Rd/VA-412.
- Make a U-turn at University City Blvd/University Mall. The Inn will be on the right
If you are flying to Virginia Tech, the Roanoke Regional Airport is the closest major airport to Virginia Tech (approx. 40 miles). Shuttle service is available via Smart Way Bus.
Lodging
Inn at Virginia Tech (conference site)
877-200-3360
Website: www.theinnatvirginiatech.com
$119/single, $129/double
Use WIPTE name when reserving rooms.
Reservation deadline: 9/24/10*
Hawthorn Suites
800-527-1133
Website: www.hawthorn.com
$80/single or double
Use WIPTE name when reserving rooms.
Reservation deadline: 9/29/10*
*Reservations after these dates will be honored on a rate and space available basis only.
Dining
Dinner will be provided the night of the 25th. Snacks will also be provided throughout the conference. Other dining options are available in the surrounding areas of campus.

