Laissez les bons algues rouler!
PSA 2008 Loyola University, New Orleans Accomodations:
Dorm Rooms at Loyola University –
Single and double occupancy dorm rooms are available. Please contact the Program Director (T.J. Evens -- terence.evens@ars.usda.gov) to request a dorm room. We are presently working on the method of payment for these rooms, but will reserve them starting immediately. We will try to match roommates if requested. Rates include a continental breakfast and are:
$36/night double occupancy
$46/night single occupancy
We have also reserved blocks of rooms at two hotels conveniently located to Loyola. Registrants must indicate that they are with PSA when making reservations.
The Hampton Inn - Garden District Hotel –
504-899-9990 or 800-292-0653 ($119/night and includes a daily continental breakfast buffet, all local telephone calls, incoming faxes, free high-speed wireless Internet access, and free parking) http://www.neworleanshamptoninns.com/stcharles.html
Best Western St. Charles Inn –
504-899-8888 or 800-489-9908 ($69-$79/night and includes a complimentary continental breakfast, an exercise facility, a business center and free parking) http://book.bestwestern.com/bestwestern/productInfo.do?propertyCode=19096
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Meals (Registration includes lunch each day served buffet-style in the St. Charles room at Loyola.)
Lunch Menus:
Monday –
Vieux Carre Red Beans & Rice with Sausage
Vieux Carre Red Beans & Rice, Vegetarian
Mixed Green Salad
Rolls & Butter
Pecan Pie
Iced Tea, Water, Soda
Tuesday –
Bayou St. John Fried Catfish
Fried Okra
Macaroni & Cheese
Mixed Green Salad
Rolls& Butter
Sweet Potato Pie
Iced Tea, Water, Soda
Wednesday –
Roma Meat Lasagna
Roma Spinach Lasagna
Caesar Salad
Rolls & Butter
Tiramisu
Iced Tea, Water, Soda
Special requests due to dietary restrictions can be accommodated. Please contact the PSA Program Director (terence.evens@ars.usda.gov) to enquire about alternate menu choices.
Banquet Information:
The banquet will be held at the Louisiana Swamp Exhibit of the Audubon Zoo. The menu will feature the cuisine of Louisiana and offer many Cajun selections. Guests will be transported through the zoo aboard the “Swamp Train” and will have full access to the entire Swamp Exhibit during the banquet. We will be treated to a wonderful selection of Dixieland Jazz, one of the many musical styles born in New Orleans, by the “Joe Hebert Dixieland Band”. Laissez les bons temps rouler! Laissez les bons algues rouler!
Special requests due to dietary restrictions can be accommodated. Please contact the PSA Program Director (terence.evens@ars.usda.gov) to enquire about alternate menu choices.
Additional information will be added to this webpage as it becomes available.