Registration
1. What are the costs and deadlines for PICSim?
For PICSim 2009, Early Registration will run through November 16, 2008, and Regular Registration will take place on a rolling basis until the Conference reaches capacity. Early Registration includes a delegation fee of $60 per school, a reduced delegate fee of $105 per delegate, and priority in committee assignments. The delegation fee during Regular Registration remains at $60 per school; however, the individual delegate fee is $120 per delegate. Transportation to and from the Conference is the responsibility of each delegation. Other costs for the Conference include rooms (see Travel and Lodging) and meals (see Miscellaneous).
2. Are there any advantages to registering online?
PICSim offers you the possibility of registering on our website, making your life much easier! You can be registered immediately for the Conference and not have to wait for that check to be cut to start receiving information on the Conference! It also helps us expedite the process on our end immensely! Remember, however, that for hotel and committee assignments you will only be considered fully registered after we have received your full payment.
3. Who and where should I address payments to?
All PICSim payments should be issued to the Princeton International Relations Council (please do NOT write PICSim!) and mailed to:
PICSim, One Whig Hall, Princeton University, Princeton, NJ 08544. Please make sure to write your school’s name in the memo line.
4. Can I get an invoice for the Conference fees?
Of course! If you do not have one and need one, let us know via e-mail, and we will send one to you ASAP.
5. If I have any questions, whom should I address them to?
All PICSim 2009 related questions should be directed to our Chargé d’Affaires, Lauren Alliegro at alliegro@princeton.edu.
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Travel and Lodging
1. Where will the Conference be held?
The Conference will be held on the historic Princeton University campus. Please follow this link to visit the University’s website.
All lodging has been arranged at the Nassau Inn Princeton, the only hotel within walking distance of the University. You can access the Nassau Inn’s site by clicking here.
2. Am I required to stay at the Nassau Inn?
We strongly encourage all schools to stay at the Nassau Inn We have arranged preferential rates with them and most hotels in the area will offer much higher rates. Moreover, as mentioned before, this is the only hotel that will not require you to arrange for transportation to the University.
3. How do I get to the hotel by...
- Air? Newark International Airport is the closest and most convenient airport for travel to and from Princeton. NJ Transit recently added a train stop on the Northeast Corridor Line that serves Newark International Airport; using Air Train (airport monorail), connect to NJ Transit for service to the Princeton train station. For specific details, see Travel Information under the Registration section of this website.
- Train? Trains to Princeton leave New York City’s Penn Station and Philadelphia’s 30th Street Station regularly. The hotel is a 5-10 minute walk from the Princeton train station. Just ask people around for directions!
- Car or Bus? Visit the hotel’s website and click on the link for Driving Directions. Alternatively, see Travel Information section of this website.
4. How do we make room reservations?
Room reservations can be made by contacting the Nassau Inn at 609.921.7500 and referencing the Princeton Interactive Crisis Simulation 2009 (PICSim). Please note that all rooms hold a maximum of 4 people.
5. How much are the hotel fees for PICSim 2009?
The room rate this year is US$132. These rates do not include sales or occupancy taxes. Cots will be provided at an extra fee.
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Committees
1. What are the committees of PICSim 2009?
A full list of the tentative committees has been posted here.
2. When and how are positions assigned?
Position assignments will be available on the PICSim 2009 website in early February under the Delegate Materials section of the website.
3. Are delegates allowed to use laptop computers in committee?
PICSim has a strict NO laptop policy. No laptops are allowed in committee or are allowed to be used for resolution writing during caucuses outside of the committee room. You may bring your laptop for personal use in your hotel room, but use for Conference purposes is not allowed.
4. If I have a question about my committee, whom do I email?
In your committee’s webpage, you will be able to find your Chair’s email address. The Chair will be the best person to provide you with information regarding your committee. Feel free to email her/him at any time! If you have any general questions about assignments or the Conference in general, please contact our Chargé d’Affaires, Lauren Alliegro at alliegro@princeton.edu.
5. How can I access the Delegate Materials page?
Once we receive your registration your Head Delegate will be given a username and password that will allow you to access all PICSim 2009 materials, including Background Guides, preparation guides and many other important documents.
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Miscellaneous
1. How many delegates will be at PICSim 2009?
PICSim 2009 will welcome approximately 165 delegates from all over the country and the world.
2. Is there a limit to how many students we can bring?
Due to high demand and limited capacity, we have capped delegation sizes at 12.
3. Are there any out of session activities?
In past years there have been several out of session activities at PICSim including a Head Delegate Reception on Thursday evening, an exclusive PICSim party on Friday night for delegates and staff only, and a Saturday night party at one of Princeton University's eating clubs. Check back regularly for details on what PICSim 2009 will have to offer!
4. Who runs the conference? (Last year the staff was speaking in all these different languages, where are they from?)
PICSim is completely organized by approximately 80 Princeton University students, who share your passion for international affairs, politics and education. Last year, our staff came from over 30 countries, including Australia, Belgium, Dominican Republic, France, Greece, Hong Kong, India, Iran, Ireland, Israel, Jordan, Pakistan, Palestine, Poland, Portugal, Singapore, Slovakia, Spain, Switzerland, Turkey, Uganda, United Kingdom, Uganda, Uruguay, Venezuela and Zimbabwe, among others.
5. Can I bring my iPod,digital camera, computer and/or video camera? Is PICSim responsible for them?
We strongly discourage you from bringing personal items that can be damaged or lost during the Conference. PICSim is not responsible for any loss or damage to your property.
6. What is the dress code?
PICSim follows a business attire dress code for all Conference sessions, with the exception of out of committee activities.
7. Where will we eat during the conference?
For detailed information, please see our Meal Information section under Registration or Delegate Materials.
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Updated September 19th, 2008 for PICSim 2009
