All conference attendees are invited to a fun-filled opening reception at Alamo Plaza, which is just a short walk from the Hyatt Regency. Food, drinks and Texas-inspired activities will be provided. We will also be offering attendees tours of the Alamo during this event. Don't miss this opportunity to visit with colleagues, enjoy food and beverages, and learn a little bit more about Texas history. More details will be available as the conference date nears.
In addition to the opening reception, students are also invited to meet with SPS President Al Hero, plenary speakers, IEEE Fellows and industry pioneers, for refreshments and conversation in an informal setting. Meet one-on-one to discuss current topics of interest, trends in industry and academia and participation in IEEE and society events. All students who are registered for this special event and are in attendance that evening will be entered in a special drawing. More details will be available as the conference date nears.
The Conference Banquet will be held atop the 750-foot-tall Tower of the Americas, in its revolving restaurant that provides breathtaking, 360-degree views of the city. This tower was originally built in honor of the 1968 World’s Fair. The evening will begin with a short bus ride from the Hyatt Regency Hotel to the Tower of the Americas. Just inside the base of the Tower, you will enjoy a reception including drinks and appetizers. Then you will ascend the Tower in a glass-elevator, which provides a beautiful view of San Antonio. A seated dinner, accompanied by live music, will be served in the revolving restaurant at the top of the Tower. If you plan to attend the banquet, please be sure to register early because seating is limited. More details will be available as the conference date nears.