Early Bird Registration is now open!
Thank you for your interest in the 2024 WITESOL Fall Conference!
This page is dedicated to the registration process for the WITESOL 2024 Fall Conference which will take place on Saturday, November 9, 2024 at Verona Area High School in Verona, Wisconsin. This year’s conference theme is Navigating Changing Landscapes: Empowering MLs in Evolving Times. Please note that there is a two- step registration process. The first step is completing a registration form so we will have your contact information and the second step is making the payment for the registration fee.
Please make sure that you select the appropriate registration category and keep in mind that tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable. You can read about the different registration categories below.
Once we have your details, you will be need to pay the registration fee with a credit card or via PayPal. Registration is not complete until we receive your details AND your payment.
Registration fee includes access to all conference events, breakfast and lunch. For those who select the registration option that includes WITESOL membership, you will also receive a one year membership to the organization. Also, for those who register during the Early Bird registration window, you will be able to receive a complimentary WITESOL t-shirt.
Once we have both your details AND payment, you will be sent a confirmation email within 48 business hours. If you do not receive it within 48 hours of submitting, please contact Kari at witesolreg@gmail.com as we are probably either missing your payment or the registration form. Full-time students will also need to submit proof of being enrolled in an institution full-time.
Full-time Professionals
You are considered a full-time professional if you earn over $35,000 per year, or are being financially supported to attend or present at the conference.
Conference Registration for Current Active Member as of 11/9/24: $95
Conference Registration with One-Year Membership Included: $125
Conference Registration without Membership: $140
Step 1: Click here to begin the registration process by filling out the informational section of our conference registration form.
Step 2: You will then need to return to this page to complete the payment portion of the registration process.
Part-time Professionals/Retirees
You are considered a part-time professional if you earn less than $35,000 per year, and are not getting support to attend or present at the conference.
Conference Registration for Current Active Member as of 11/9/24: $70
Conference Registration with One-Year Membership Included: $85
Conference Registration without Membership: $100
Step 1: Click here to begin the registration process by filling out the informational section of our conference registration form.
Step 2: You will then need to return to this page to complete the payment portion of the registration process.
Full-time Students
You are considered a full-time student if you are currently enrolled in twelve credits or more at a university and earn less than $35,000 per year. Proof of university enrollment is required upon registering for the conference.
Conference Registration for Current Active Member as of 11/9/24: $50
Conference Registration with One-Year Membership Included: $75
Conference Registration without Membership: $90
Step 1: Click here to begin the registration process by filling out the informational section of our conference registration form.
Step 2: You will then need to return to this page to complete the payment portion of the registration process.
Step 3: Please provide a digital copy of proof of being a full-time student (12 credits or more) by emailing it to witesolreg@gmail.com. An example of proof would be a PDF or photo of your class registration, class schedule, transcript, or an enrollment verification letter for the Fall 2024 semester of 12 credits or more.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What does the registration fee include?
The registration fee includes access to all conference events, continental breakfast and lunch. For those who select the registration option that includes WITESOL membership, you will also receive a one year membership to the organization. For those registering during the Early Bird Registration window, you will also be able to receive a complimentary t-shirt that matches our conference theme. Early Bird registration ends September 9th.
How will I know if my registration information and payment were received?
Once we have both your details AND payment, you will be sent a confirmation email within 48 business hours. If you do not receive it within 48 hours of submitting, please contact Kari at witesolreg@gmail.com.
Is my WITESOL membership still valid?
Membership must be renewed annually from the date of original membership enrollment. If you have questions about your membership, including when it expires, please contact Kari at witesolreg@gmail.com. Membership must be current as of November 9th to receive the reduced “current member” registration rate.
What do I get with a WITESOL Membership?
Below are a few perks of being a WITESOL member:
*Reduced rate for the annual WITESOL Fall Conference
*WITESOL training sessions, workshops, or seminars offered exclusively for WITESOL members
*WITESOL updates about job openings, conferences, training sessions, workshops, and more
*Apply for grants and other awards for professional development opportunities
*Participate in the annual WITESOL Writing and Art Contest
For more information on membership benefits, visit: https://www.witesol.com/memberships/
What are the recommended overnight accommodations for the event? A block of rooms has been set aside at the Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Madison Verona (613 W Verona Ave, Verona, WI 53593). This hotel is 0.7 miles away from the conference venue, Verona Area High School. Click here to find out more about the hotel accommodations, including how to make a reservation at a reduced rate.
Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?
Please contact the WITESOL Board, at witesolboard@gmail.com
Is my registration/ticket transferrable?
No. Once you have purchased a ticket, you may not transfer it to another person.
Do I have to bring my printed confirmation email/ticket to the event?
You can either print the registration confirmation email or bring a device that will show the confirmation email.
What is the refund policy?
There are no refunds.
The name on the confirmation email/ticket doesn’t match the attendee. Is that okay?
No. The name on the ticket must match the name of the attendee. Tickets may not be transferred.