The Luncheon also features a panel discussion with panelists being editors and associate editors of journals of the sponsoring and other societies, and with the discussion focusing on the process of reviewing manuscripts for publication. Financial support for this event is being provided by MathSoft, Genentech, Amgen, the ASA Biometrics Section, and the ASA Section on Statistics and the Environment. Invitees will be selected from those advance registrants who indicate student status or that their highest degree has been obtained within the past two years. Conference attendees are encouraged to submit abstracts for Contributed Paper sessions. 1999 IMS Bulletin for more information.
Rooms contain two twin beds, with shared community bath facilities.
Linens and towels are provided. Community kitchenettes are located throughout the buildings, but cooking equipment is not provided. Children nine years of age and older must occupy a bed and are charged the full package rate. Children eight years of age and under may use a sleeping bag on the floor of a fully occupied room and are charged a reduced rate for meal service. A maximum of two adults and two children may occupy a room.