14th Water Information Summit - (WIS-14)
Information for
Sustainable Water Resources Management
Miami, Florida
October 22-24, 2013
Florida International University
Modesto A. Maidique Campus, MARC Pavilion
Co-Sponsored by:
Global Water for Sustainability Program (GLOWS) Florida International University
INFORMATION FOR THOSE ATTENDING SUMMIT:
1. GENERAL INFORMATION:
The Water Information Summit (WIS) is the flagship conference of the WaterWeb Consortium
(WWCo) which promotes the sharing of information concerning water and the earth’s environment. The
WWCo seeks to create a global community, bringing together educational, governmental, nonprofit, &
commercial entities interested in water research, conservation, and management; linked electronically
via the Internet. WaterWeb’s goals are to advance water related issues, promote the use of quality
information, and share information with water use stakeholders and decision makers. WIS annual
conferences have been held in Florida, Panama, The Netherlands, Mexico, Guatemala, Brazil, El
Salvador, Chile, The Dominican Republic and Burkina Faso.
The WIS-14 will take place in Miami Florida, 22-24 October, 2013, at the Florida International
University (FIU), Modesto A. Maidique Campus, MARC Pavilion. The meeting will be hosted by
the FIU Global Water for Sustainability Program (GLOWS) in association with the WaterWeb
Consortium. The program agenda is coming soon.
2. TIME ZONE
Standard Eastern Time
3. VISAS
Please contact your local United States consulate to get the visa requirements for entry into the United
States of America. If a letter of invitation is required for the visa application, please contact
wis14_glows@globalwaters.net Alberto Tejada-Guibert at jatejada@globalwaters.net or Francesca
Guzzone at fguzz001@fiu.edu for any questions regarding this matter.
The following links can provide some additional information for visa applications:
http://travel.state.gov/visa/
http://travel.state.gov/visa/temp/info/info_1304.html
http://travel.state.gov/visa/temp/without/without_1990.html
4. AIRPORTS
There are two international airports in the Miami- Ft. Lauderdale area: Miami International Airport and
Ft. Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. We highly recommend flying into Miami International
Airport, since this airport is located very close to both the Florida International University and is near
the recommended hotel.
Map from Miami International Airport to Hotel ChateauBleau is provided in the end of the package.
Map from Miami International Airport to FIU is provided in the end of the package
5. WEATHER
The temperatures in Miami, Florida towards the end of October range between 85°F (30°C) during the
day and 72°F (22°C) in the evening. Showers are common, but mainly during the afternoon.
MEETING VENUE
6. VENUE
The event will be held at Florida International University, Modesto A. Maidique Campus at the
MARC Pavilion, 11200 S.W. 8th Street Miami, Florida 33199
Campus map is provided in the end of the package.
Global Water for Sustainability Program (GLOWS) Florida International University
7. REGISTRATION
To register, please log unto http://www.waterwebconsortium.com/
8. PARKING
For those who are either driving their cars or are renting a car (see item number 16 for more
information), there are two parking garages (GOLD and BLUE) that are near the MARC Pavilion (see
map). You will find parking meters in the first floor of both garages. Please park only in the designated
visitor areas on the first floor of both garages.
You can also get a parking pass from the Visitor Information Center (VIC). The VIC provides
motorist assistance, maps, directions, and information to assist FIU visitors navigate around the campus,
such as information on daily events and parking meter locations. The Visitor Information Center
(VIC), operated by the Department of Parking and Transportation, is located on the North side of
the campus at the intersection of SW 112 Avenue and SW 8 Street. If you would like to contact the VIC,
its phone number is (305) 348-6173.
MEETINGS
9. INTERNET AND WI-FI
Wireless Internet access will be available to visitors on campus via the FIU_WiFi wireless network.
Users must create a Guest ID and password to login to the FIU_WiFi network. Once registered, the
Guest ID and password will be the same to log-in your other devices. Please note users must accept the
User Acceptance Agreement to get access to the internet. The Guest ID is available for 24 hours.
To create a Guest ID, please go to https://network.fiu.edu/visitor/
For additional support or information about FIU’s wireless network, please contact our Support Center
by using our https://utshelp.fiu.edu/arsys/shared/login.jsp?/arsys/home or by calling 305.348.2284.
10. POSTER SESSION FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS
There will be a poster session for selected graduate students in the lobby of the MARC building. Please
contact wis14_glows@globalwaters.net for any questions regarding this matter. Applications fora and
additional networking information can be found at http://www.waterwebconsortium.com/wis14/
11. NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES
There will be a total of five networking opportunities during the course of the conference. Coffee and tea
will be served.
12. LUNCH ON YOUR OWN
WIS and FIU will not provide lunch for this event. However, there are multiple places to eat on campus
that are in close-proximity to the venue. We recommend the Ernest R. Graham Center (GC) a two
minute walk from the MARC building. The Graham Center offers a variety of inexpensive restaurants
and fast-food dining. These places accept cash and credit cards.
Chili’s Too: Chili’s restaurant located in the heart of the Graham Center, offers Sandwiches, burgers,
salads, fajitas, the famous baby back ribs and many more. You can grab a quick lunch and sit outside
where there is a nice view
of a lake. Please see link for menu and prices:
https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/36618333/Chilis%20Menu.pdf
Global Water for Sustainability Program (GLOWS) Florida International University
Café Bustelo: A Cuban café located in the heart of the Graham Center. Offers Cuban pastries, desserts,
sandwiches, and, of course, café Cubano. Opens at 7 AM. Please see link for menu and prices:
https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/36618333/Bustelo%20Menu%20-%20FALL%202012.pdf
Burger King: A fast-food restaurant also located in the heart of the Graham Center. Please see link for
menu and prices: http://www.bk.com/en/us/menu-nutrition/lunch-and-dinner-menu-202/index.html
Einstein Bagels Bros: Fresh baked bagels, coffee, pastries, salads, and sandwiches at our Einstein Bros.
Bagels location located in the Graham Center Atrium. Opens at 7 AM. Please see link for menu and
prices: http://www.einsteinbros.com/#/food/
Faculty Club: Located on the ground floor of the Graham Center, is an upscale fine-dining venue.
Pollo Tropical: In the heart of the Graham Center. Pollo Tropical specializes in grilled chicken and
Latin favorites: black beans, rice, yuca fries and plantains. Please see link for menu and prices:
https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/36618333/Pollo%20Menu%20Board.pdf
Subway: Located in the Graham Center. Create your own sandwich. Please see link for menu and
prices: http://www.subway.com/menu/default.aspx
13. RECEPTION:
There will be a reception in the evening of October 22 following the completion of the first day of the
summit at the Faculty Club located on ground floor of the Graham Center. Light refreshments and
appetizers will be served. We invite our participants to come and socialize with other guests and
network and meet invited guests.
SPONSORSHIPS OPPORTUNITIES
14. SPONSORSHIPS:
FIU and GLOWS is hosting the 14th annual Water Information Summit and is co-hosted by the
WaterWeb Consortium. We invite our guests and participants to become a sponsor. All sponsors will
receive the following recognition:
 Recognition on website & all announcements
 Display company logo & website in conference program
 Opportunity to sponsor a reception, coffee break, lunch, exhibit or other event
A variety of sponsorship and exhibit opportunities are available for this exciting event!
Become a sponsor today by going to Florida International University Foundation secure payment page.
You can sign up for the following sponsorship opportunities.
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$5,000 or more: World’s Ahead Sponsor
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$3,000: GOLD Sponsor
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$1,000: BLUE Sponsor
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$500: Networking Sponsor
Global Water for Sustainability Program (GLOWS) Florida International University
ACCOMMODATIONS
15. RESERVATIONS:
We recommend our guests coming from out of town call and make reservations at the Hotel Chateau
Blue located in Coral Gables, Florida. 1111 Ponce de Leon Boulevard Coral Gables, FL 33134 Phone:
(305) 448-2634 Free Phone Line: 1(888) 642-6442 http://hotelchateaubleau.com/home.htm
Request for reservations should be sent to Moira Eckardt m_eckardt@hotelchateaubleau.com
between the hours of 9 am to 5 pm EST Monday thru Friday. Please reference in the subject and
email context GLOWS-FIU Water Information Summit event. Also reference the confirmed set
rate of $89 in the email context.
A set GLOWS-FIU rate of $89 plus 13% tax per room will be applied to those who confirm a
reservation before October 20, 2013.
This hotel is located 10 minutes from Miami International airport. Free transportation to and from
Miami International airport is provided between 4 AM to 2 AM daily, please call the hotel to make these
arrangements. Average taxi cost from Miami International airport to Coral Gables area ranges from $18$20 each way.
The hotel has a restaurant on premises serving breakfast, lunch and dinner at moderate prices. Parking is
free of charge and free internet is also available throughout the hotel.
This hotel is highly recommended since it is located walking distance to Miracle Mile area, where you
will find boutiques, a large number of restaurants and cafes. There is also a free Coral Gables Trolley
that picks you up across the street from the hotel and takes you directly to Miracle Mile. This trolley
runs Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 8 PM. For more information about the different restaurants and
shops in Miracle Mile, please check out the link: http://www.shopcoralgables.com/
Driving directions and map from the Hotel to Florida International University is at the end of the
package.
TRANSPORTATION:
16. CAR RENTAL
If you are planning on renting a car for the duration of the WIS event, you can make arrangements ahead
of time and pick up a rental car at Miami International Airport. Please see link for more information on
daily rates: http://miamiairportrentacar.com/?gclid=CNztvI3TjrkCFbDm7Aod9XEANA
17. PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION:
There are a number of options to get from Coral Gables to the venue at Florida International University.
Metrobus: If you are staying in the Coral Gables (Miracle Mile area), there is a bus that takes you
directly to FIU. The bus picks you up in Coral Way and Le June and drops you off at FIU Modesto A.
Maidique Campus. Please see link below for detail information on pick up times and duration:
http://www.miamidade.gov/transit/routes_schedule.asp?R1=WEEKDAY&R2=Westbound&route=24
There is also a bus that can pick you up from FIU Modesto A. Maidique Campus and takes you to the
Coral Gables (Miracle Mile area):
http://www.miamidade.gov/transit/routes_schedule.asp?R1=WEEKDAY&R2=Eastbound&route=24
Global Water for Sustainability Program (GLOWS) Florida International University
18. CONTACTS
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wis14_glows@globalwaters.net
Alberto Tejada-Guibert at jatejada@globalwaters.net 305-919-4112
Francesca Guzzone at fguzz001@fiu.edu 305-919-4112
Global Water for Sustainability Program (GLOWS) Florida International University
DIRECTIONS TO FIU’S MARC PAVILION
Global Water for Sustainability Program (GLOWS) Florida International University
Global Water for Sustainability Program (GLOWS) Florida International University
Map showing locations and way between Hotel ChateauBleau and Miracle Mile
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DRIVING DIRECTIONS FROM MIAMI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT TO HOTEL
Global Water for Sustainability Program (GLOWS) Florida International University
DRIVING DIRECTIONS FROM MIAMI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT TO FIU
Global Water for Sustainability Program (GLOWS) Florida International University
DRIVING DIRECTIONS FROM MIAMI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT TO FIU
Global Water for Sustainability Program (GLOWS) Florida International University
DRIVING DIRECTIONS FROM HOTEL CHATEAUBLEAU TO FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY
Global Water for Sustainability Program (GLOWS) Florida International University