There are brief 20-minute presentation and demonstration sessions as well as longer sessions for demonstrations, panel presentations, roundtable discussions, and posters. The Academy is an informal environment that promotes the sharing of experiences and information regarding pedagogical and technological challenges and opportunities. In fact, Mary Washington College is named for George's mother, Mary. It is a site with a rich history dating from colonial times through the Civil War era. Many intense battles were fought in and around Fredericksburg during the Civil War and casualties are estimated to have been near 100,000.
Tourist areas abound in the area and many historical structures still stand.
Being situated just 50 miles south of Washington, D.C. and 50 miles north of Richmond, Virginia has positioned Fredericksburg in an area providing a rich mixture of recreational activities, culture, and commerce that many find very exciting. A directory of accommodations is available for the Fredericksburg region upon request. Registered participants not from the area will be mailed one. Parking will be available on-campus for those needing it. Please request a permit at the registration desk when you arrive.