Registration
Pre-Registration is now closed. You may still register on-site at the Monterey Plaza Hotel in the Steinbeck Foyer beginning Sunday, July 25.
On-Site Registration Hours
| Sunday, July 25 |
1:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. |
| Monday, July 26 |
7:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. |
| Tuesday, July 27 |
7:45 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. |
| Wednesday, July 28 |
7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. |
Photonics in Switching (PS) registration fees:
| Member Type |
On or Before June 25, 2010 |
After June 25, 2010 |
| OSA Member |
US $625 |
US $730 |
Non-member |
US $790 |
US $895 |
| Emeritus Member/Full-Time OSA Student Member |
US $200 |
US $360 |
| Full-Time Student Non-member |
US $260 |
US $420 |
| Exhibit Only (admission to Exhibits only) |
US $0 |
US $0 |
To become a member of OSA and take advantage of member rates and special offers, please visit here.
Conference Types:
Full Conference Registration
The registration fee for Photonics in Switching (PS) includes admission to the technical sessions, exhibit, refreshments, the conference reception and one copy of the Conference Program and Technical Digest on CD-ROM.
Student Registration
Full-time students (graduate and undergraduate) are entitled to the same privileges as regular registrants. Students are required to present valid student identification when they pick up their registration materials.
Emeritus Registration
Emeritus members may also register at the discounted rate. To qualify for emeritus status, members must be fully retired and must have been an OSA member for at least 10 years. The member's age plus the number of years of membership in OSA must equal 75 years or more.
Exhibit Only Registration
Exhibit Only registration allows attendees to access only the exhibit hall. This registration does NOT include access to the Technical Sessions, Conference Banquet or a Program with Technical Digest on CD-Rom. To attend any of the technical sessions or receive the Program, you must register for a Technical Registration.
Extra Products for Purchase:
Extra Conference Reception Ticket
One conference reception ticket is included in the Full Technical Fee. Guest tickets may be purchased for US $75 per person. The conference reception will be held Monday, July 26, 2010 in the evening.
Banquet Ticket
One banquet ticket is included in the registration fee. Additional banquet tickets may be purchased for $100 per person. The banquet will be held Tuesday, July 27, 2010 in the evening.
Extra Technical Digest on CD-ROM
Extra copies of the Photonics in Switching (PS) 2010 Conference Program and Technical Digest on CD-ROM are available for purchase for US $75.
Contribute to the OSA Foundation
Help fund programs that advance youth science education, provide resources to underserved populations, offer career development assistance, and recognize technical and business excellence through a contribution to the OSA Foundation. Your donation of (US$25) will be matched by the Optical Society, so your gift has twice the impact. For more information about the Foundation, or if you would like to provide an additional contribution, please visit www.osa-foundation.org.
Registration Terms and Agreements:
By registering, attendees agree to the terms of registration.
Payment Information:
Checks and Money Orders
All checks must be in US dollars and made payable to the Optical Society of America. Please indicate the check number on the registration form.
Bank Drafts and Wire Transfers
Please indicate on your registration form which bank was used and when the deposit was made. Also, please notify OSA of the transfer to avoid any lost or unidentified payments.
Refund Policy and Customer Service:
A US $75 service charge will be assessed for processing refunds. A letter requesting the refund should state the registrant's name and the amount of payment and should be faxed to +1 202.416.6140. Requests for refunds that are received by July 2, 2010, will be honored. All refund requests must be made in writing.
NO REQUESTS FOR REFUNDS WILL BE CONSIDERED AFTER July 2, 2010.
Please contact Customer Service with questions regarding registration.
