2024 State Conference - Los Angeles
2024 State Conference - Los Angeles CATESOL 2024 State Conference
November 14-16 at California State University Los Angeles Thursday Online + Friday & Saturday In person
Welcome to the CATESOL 2024 State Conference
Come join us this November at California State University Los Angeles. This year we are holding a hybrid conference. On Thursday, all sessions will be delivered online via Zoom. On Friday and Saturday, all sessions will be presented on site at CSULA.
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Dates and Times
The full conference extends from Thursday, November 14th through Saturday, November 16th.
- Thursday sessions are online only.
- Friday and Saturday sessions are in person only.
On-site check-in begins at 4:00 pm on Thursday, and sessions continue through 6:00 pm on Saturday.
Volunteer
CATESOL Is an all-volunteer association of teachers. Conference organizers can use all the help we can get. Onsite, preparation before the conference starts, and help after it ends -- in-person and remote -- we can use assistance in many capacities. Apply here.
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Location
The address for California State University Los Angeles, also known as Cal State LA, is
5151 State University Drive, Los Angeles, CA, 90032. It is located 5 miles east of Downtown Los Angeles.
The campus is located at the intersection of interstate highways 10 and 710.
There are three main airports in the area. Besides ticket costs, attendees should also consider distance to hotel or conference venue, traffic, and Uber/Lyft/taxi rates when selecting one of these airports:
- Burbank Airport (BUR), 13.8 miles away.
- Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), 16.3 miles
- Long Beach Airport (LGB), 17.3 miles
Public Transportation
There are many ways to get to Cal State LA. The Cal State LA Transit Center hosts many local and express buses operated by both the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) and Foothill Transit. The Transit Center also features its very own Metrolink station, a first for a Southern California college campus. Metrolink's San Bernardino line travels east to Union Station via a single-track platform. Additionally, there are close to 18 bus lines that serve the Cal State LA campus and are operated by both the Metro and Foothill Transit. Both local and express bus lines serve the campus.
Getting Around Cal State LA
Registrations will be in the Student Union Building; keynote talks will be in the Golden Eagle Building, and all concurrent sessions will take place in King Hall. All of these areas are located in the central area of the campus and are very close to each other
Parking
PayByPhone and Guest Daily Permits: Daily permits can be purchased at physical pay stations located in pay lots and through the PayByPhone App. These permits are virtual and require vehicle plate information.
| 1 Hour | $3 |
| 4 Hours | $4 |
| All Day | $10 |
| 2-Wheel Vehicles | $4 |
Why Attend CATESOL?
Benefits of Attending CATESOL
Since its establishment in 1969, CATESOL has been supporting educators, administrators, students, staff, and others concerned with the teaching of English as a second or foreign language, standard English as a second dialect, or bilingual education.
Attending a CATESOL conference is an unmatched opportunity to maintain currency in our field. You will get up-to-date information about statewide concerns, issues, and teaching methods.
With workshops provided by experts and professionals in this field, you will get usable and practical ideas for supporting students. Learn today and use tomorrow.
You will have the opportunity to complete multiple hours of professional development by attending plenaries, workshops, educational materials expositions, and networking sessions.
You can share what you learn with others. When you return from the conference, you and your colleagues will be able to collaborate and exchange ideas based on what you discover at the conference. This benefits you, your department, and your students.
Support your colleagues and profession by attending workshops and submitting a proposal to present at the conference. This increases your visibility and credibility in the field.
Connect with a CATESOL interest group at the conference. Joining an interest group meeting is a step in establishing a community of practice focused on your needs and interests.
Support CATESOL through your participation and attendance. This has been a few difficult years and organizations like CATESOL appreciate your support to keep providing valuable information and training to the field.
Where to Stay
Cal State LA is adjacent to Monterey Park, and it is close to Downtown Los Angeles, Alhambra, San Gabriel, and Pasadena. Although all of these areas offer a wide choice of local restaurants and coffee shops, Monterey Park may offer the quickest and easiest access to campus.
Nearby Hotels
Courtyard by Marriott Los Angeles Monterey Park Sold out
Holiday Inn & Suites Monterey Park
Hyatt House LA - University Medical Center
What to do in Los Angeles
Stay longer to enjoy these attractions before and after the conference:
The Huntington (Pasadena)
Walt Disney Concert Hall (Downtown Los Angeles)
Natural History Museum (Downtown Los Angeles)
The Broad (Downtown Los Angeles)
California Science Center (Downtown Los Angeles)
Academy Museum of Motion Pictures (Miracle Mile)
LACMA (Miracle Mile)
Griffith Park (Los Feliz)
The Getty (Brentwood)
COVID-19 Disclaimer
Conference attendees are voluntarily assuming any and all risks, notwithstanding the best efforts of CATESOL conference organizers to implement and require compliance with transmission, prevention, and mitigation measures. By registering for and/or attending this in-person event, you are assuming all risks that you may be exposed to the coronavirus and/or other transmissible diseases and may become ill, and such exposure and illness may result in personal injury, temporary or permanent disability, or even death, and you waive any and all claims against the host facility or the conference organizers as a result of any exposure or illness. We recommend that you provide your own face masks, wearing them at your own discretion during the event, and refer to the CDC for further advice.