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- Is my registration fee tax-deductible?
- Registration fees for attending events, even when hosted by non-profit organizations, are not considered tax deductible. Donations to the Ciceronian Society are tax deductible. Click here to learn more.
- Is the Ciceronian Society a membership-based organization?
- The Ciceronian Society is not a membership organization. Governance of the Society is provided by a Board of Directors and there are no dues, applications, or selection processes to be a part of our larger community.
- Will WiFi be available?
- WiFi will be provided by Belmont Abbey College to attendees. Login information will be provided at the event itself.
- Will the conference be recorded?
- At this time, we do not intend to record scholarly panels. This is subject to change.
- There is, however, the possibility of a plenary session being live-streamed and we will be recording interviews for The Sower podcast
- Can I see a list of who is attending, including those not presenting?
- Individuals who are registered will be sent a participant list prior to the conference. It will not be provided on the website.
- What should I wear?
- Despite our very Roman name, togas are neither required nor encouraged. Most attendees dress in standard business attire for presenting and “business casual” for everything else.
- Will there be an exhibit hall or an opportunity for vendors to share opportunities, materials, and services?
- No. At this time we simply do not have the capacity or the resources to facilitate this. It is a long-term goal of the Ciceronian Society to change that.
- However, if you have flyers, bookmarks, business cards, and materials to share, you are welcome to do so. The lunches would be an excellent time to do this
- Will there be catered lunches or dinners?
- Lunch for Friday and Saturday and dinner for Thursday, Friday and Saturday of the conference will be catered this year and is included in the registration cost.
- Dining options on campus will also be available.
- Catered meals are currently open to the first 100 registered attendees of the conference
- If you have not yet done so, please let us know if you require vegan options for the main meals.
- The menu for the Friday of the conference has been constructed to accommodate those observing lent
- Will there be coffee and snacks available during panels?
- Yes! Regular and decaf coffee, water, and light refreshments will be provided
- Can I bring my family?
- It is a long-term goal of the Ciceronian Society to make its conferences an event for the whole family, and we welcome attendees to bring family members of all ages.
- At this time, we cannot offer childcare.
- Is any financial support available for those who want to attend but can’t afford to do so?
- We are currently pursuing funding to assist panelists and clergy members who lack the means to attend, but we do not yet have any at this time. Sign-up for our newsletter which will notify you if new funding opportunities are available.
- If you’re interested in helping us raise this support, click here to donate.
- Will there be a hospitality suite in the evenings?
- Yes. More details will be provided closer to the conference
- Will transportation be provided between the hotels and Belmont Abbey College’s Campus?
- Yes. We are currently working to arrange a shuttle service to take attendees from the hotels to the campus and back in the mornings and evenings. This service will only be available at the beginning and end of each day’s programming.
- What are some online resources for learning about Belmont, NC, the College, and the surrounding area?
- Belmont Abbey Monastery
- Belmont Abbey College
- City of Belmont – Official Website
- Visit Belmont
- Trip Advisor’s Belmont Page
- Millican Pictorial History Museum
- Muddy River Distillery
- Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden
- U.S. Census Quick Facts – Belmont, NC
- Montcross Area Chamber of Commerce
- Gaston County Tourism
- Schiele Museum
- The Billy Graham Library
- NASCAR Hall of Fame
- Carolinas Aviation Museum
- Charlotte’s Tourism Page
- If I can’t attend, but want to financially support the Ciceronian Society, how do I do so?
- We are grateful for the support of our friends and invite you to contribute to the Ciceronian Society. Click here for ways to give.
- If I’m a participant (discussant or presenter), do I need to attend the entirety of the conference?
- We would prefer that you attend the entirety of the conference, but we do not require it. We understand that you have other professional and family obligations. Please note, however, that we do not offer pro-rated registration.
- Where will the conference be held in 2024?
- We are working on it and plan to announce the date and location of the 2024 conference during our event at Belmont Abbey College.
- If I have additional questions, who do I contact?
- We welcome your questions and can be reached by email (info@ciceroniansociety.org) or by phone at (734) 265-0149.
- Please note that the Ciceronian Society does not currently have any full time staff, but we will respond as promptly as possible.
Last updated January 13, 2023