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2018 AAEA Annual Meeting
Join us at the Marriott Wardman Park as they celebrate their 100th year. Even among the most sophisticated hotels in Washington, D.C., Marriott Wardman Park rises above. With a blend of charm, modern elegance and a historic landmark setting, this NW Washington, D.C., hotel's stunning guest rooms, event space, and impeccable service make it the perfect choice for business and leisure travelers. Situated on 16 garden acres, this hotel in Washington, D.C., has hosted a long list of U.S. Presidents, dignitaries and VIPs.
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The advanced registration deadline for the 2018 AAEA Annual Meeting was July 9th. All registrations will take place onsite at the registration desk located on the lobby level of the Marriott Wardman Park. Registration desk hours are as follows:
- Sunday, August 5: 7:30 am – 7:30 pm
- Monday, August 6: 7:30 am – 5:00 pm
- Tuesday, August 7: 7:30 am – 4:00 pm
Please contact the AAEA Business Office at info@aaea.org or (414) 918-3190 with any questions.
Event Highlights:
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Hotel Information: Washington Marriott Wardman Park  2660 Woodley Road NW Washington, D.C. 20008 (202) 328-2000 |
Summarized Schedule
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Sunday, August 5, 2018 Registration Desk Hours: 7:30 am – 7:30 pm Employment Center Hours: 9:30 am – 5:00 pm Job Fair Hours: 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm |
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| 7:30 am - 6:00 pm | AAEA Committee Meetings | Various Rooms | ||
| 7:30 am - 6:00 pm | AAEA Section Meetings and Receptions | Various Rooms | ||
| 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm | Keynote Address: Akinwumi Ayodeji Adesina, African Development Bank |
Salon 2 | ||
| 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm | Welcome Reception | Salon 1 & Foyer | ||
| 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm | Reunions/Receptions | Washington Rooms Exhibit Level |
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Monday, August 6, 2018 Registration Desk Hours: 7:30 am – 5:00 pm Employment Center Hours: 9:30 am – 5:00 pm |
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| 8:00 am – 8:30 am | AAEA Business Meeting | Salon 2 | ||
| 8:30 am – 9:30 am | Presidential Address: David Zilberman, University of California, Berkeley |
Salon 2 | ||
| 10:00 am – 11:30 am | Concurrent Sessions #1 | Various Rooms | ||
| 11:30 am – 1:00 pm | Networking Break/ Section Luncheons |
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| 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm | Concurrent Sessions #2 | Various Rooms | ||
| 2:45 pm – 4:15 pm | Concurrent Sessions #3 | Various Rooms | ||
| 4:15 pm – 5:30 pm | Poster Reception | Exhibit Hall B South | ||
| 5:30 pm – 6:00 pm | Academic Bowl Finals | Salon 2 | ||
| 6:00 pm – 7:15 pm | Awards & Fellows Recognition Ceremony |
Salon 2 | ||
| 9:00 pm – 11:00 pm | Reunions/Receptions | Washington Rooms Exhibit Level |
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Tuesday, August 7, 2018 Registration Desk Hours:7:30 am – 4:00 pm Employment Center Hours: 9:30 am – 4:00 pm |
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| 8:30 am – 9:30 am | Fellows Address: John Antle, Oregon State University |
Salon 2 | ||
| 10:00 am – 11:30 am | Concurrent Sessions #4 | Various Rooms | ||
| 11:45 am – 12:45 pm | Working with the Media Session | Maryland A | ||
| 11:30 am – 12:45 pm | Poster Reception | Exhibit Hall B South | ||
| 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm | Concurrent Sessions #5 | Various Rooms | ||
| 2:45 pm – 4:15 pm | Concurrent Sessions #6 | Various Rooms | ||
| 4:15 pm – 4:45 pm | Networking Break | Connection Center | ||
| 4:45 pm – 6:15 pm | Concurrent Sessions #7 | Various Rooms | ||
| 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm | Galbraith Forum: Paul Romer, New York University |
Salon 2 | ||
| 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm | Closing & International Reception | Salon 1 & Foyer | ||
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Important Dates
- July 10-August 7, 2018
- August 4, 2018
- August 8, 2018
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