
When and where is the conference being held?
The 2025 NDiSTEM Conference will take place October 30 - November 1 at the Greater Columbus Convention Center, 400 North High Street, Columbus, OH

How can I become a partner?
You can find out more about partnerships and our amazing partner benefits here.

What does an Exhibitor registration include?
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Motivational keynote speakers
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Robust offering of STEM Symposia and Professional Development sessions
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Student research presentations
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Academic and Career Expo
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Cultural celebrations, art, and music
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Lunch each day of the conference for all attendees and exhibitors

Where do I print my badge?
Starting on Wednesday, October 29th, you can bring the email with your badge QR code either on your phone or printed to the Convention Center to the registration check-in kiosks. Registration is located in the North Atrium next to the As We Are 3-D artwork.
Reminder: There is a $50 badge reprint fee if the badge is lost. Please take care to not lose your badge, as it will give you access to the conference.
Badge Pick-Up and Registration Hours Wednesday, October 29 | 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday, October 30 | 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday, October 31 | 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday, November 1 | 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Can I alter or combine booths?
SACNAS does not permit or allow pipe and/or drapes to be altered or removed in any manner.

What are the exhibiting hours for the 2025 NDiSTEM Conference?
Exhibit Move In:
Wednesday October 29, 2025 - 12:00PM to 5:00PM
Thursday October 30, 2025 - 7:30AM to 9:30AM
Exhibit Hall Hours:
Thursday October 30, 2025 - 10:00AM - 5:00PM
Friday October 31, 2025 - 10:00AM - 5:00PM
Exhibit Move Out:
Friday October 31, 2025 - 5:00PM-8:00PM

Who can I contact for help?
We are here to help! We are available Monday-Friday 8:30am-5pm PST.
You can Call Us at 831-512-1173
or Email Us at
Exhibits: exhibits@sacnas.org
Partnerships: partnerships@sacnas.org
NDiSTEM Registration: reg@sacnas.org
General Info: info@sacnas.org

Are there conference hotels?
Yes, a limited number of discounted rooms have been held by SACNAS at our conference partner hotels. The direct booking links will be included in your registration confirmation email.
If the rooms at the discounted rate are sold out, we recommend making reservations at the hotel through their public site which you can access below by clicking the name of the hotel, or at any other hotel around the Convention Center or any other housing option that fits your schedule and budget.
The discounted room rates are only for attendees of NDiSTEM 2025. SACNAS will be verifying the reservations against our registration list to ensure only registered attendees are reserving the rooms. The booking links are not transferable and should not be shared.

Will there be food provided?
Lunch is provided on October 30 - November 1 for all attendees. All other meals are on your own and concessions will be open at the Convention Center.