Q: What does the registration fee include?
A: The registration fee helps to offset the cost of the facility, audiovisual equipment, coffee, breaks, the speakers and their travel expenses.
Q: Are any meals included?
A: Coffee and a light continental breakfast are offered each morning. Beverages and coffee will be available during afternoon breaks.
Q: What is the cancellation policy?
A: Cancellation requests must be emailed to amanda@sswmeetings.com by February 9, 2026. A $75 processing fee will be deducted from the amount paid. Refunds are not available after February 9. Cancelled registrations may be transferred to another attendee until February 23, 2026.
Q: Will I receive continuing education credits?
A: Fifteen hours of instruction will be provided. Attendees will receive an attendance certificate indicating that 15 hours were earned.
Q: What volunteer opportunities are available?
A: Registration, room monitors, counting participants in sessions, helping attendees locate conference rooms, helping attendees with the app.
Q: What is the best way to travel to the conference?
A: It depends on your starting point; however, be sure to check Amtrak.com if you live near a train station. Amtrak’s rates are very reasonable and the train station in Roanoke is across the street from the conference venue.
Q: Will shuttle service be provided from the overflow hotels to Hotel Roanoke?
A: No, participants are responsible for their own transportation.
Q: Will all sessions be recorded for later viewing?
A: Yes, selected sessions will be recorded and will be available for viewing two weeks post conference. Viewing instructions will be emailed to conference participants.
Q: Is there a dress code for the event?
A: Casual attire is acceptable.
Q: How can I help plan the next conference?
A: Join VSLA’s Board of Directors. We are always looking for new members with fresh ideas!
Q: Can I purchase a T-shirt onsite?
A: A very limited quantity of T-shirts will be available onsite.
Q: Who should I contact if I still have questions?
A: E-mail vsla@sswmeetings.com