For generations, San Jose has answered the call to change the world. Their innovations have helped move the world from the industrial age to the information age.
San Jose has a world-renowned quality of life, offering a wide variety of exciting cultural, recreational, educational and entertainment opportunities. In addition, the City of San Jose has the nation's best public safety record of any metropolitan area, a marvelous ethnic diversity and a beautiful climate. San Jose is the largest city in the Bay Area, located roughly 50 miles south of San Francisco and 390 miles north of Los Angeles, making it easy to find your way to San Jose.
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Venue
All conference events will take place at the San Jose McENERY Convention Center, 150 West San Carlos St., San Jose, California, 95113
The convention center is located close to restaurants, shopping, museums, entertainment, attractions, and nightlife.
Official Hotels of the National Service-Learning Conference
Marriott San Jose (Headquarters)
301 South Market St.
San Jose, CA 95113
Attached to the convention center
Conference Rate: $199/night
The Fairmont San Jose
170 S. Market St.
San Jose, CA 95113
Across the street from the convention center
Conference Rate: $190/night
Hilton San Jose
300 Almaden Blvd.
San Jose, CA 95113
Attached to the convention center
Conference Rate: $195/night
To book a hotel online, you will need a credit card. If you need use a check or money order, please use the hotel reservation form. If you need to reserve 10 or more hotel rooms, please download the group housing reservation form.
Attire
Please dress comfortably. March temperatures in San Jose are usually 47-67 degrees Fahrenheit (8-19 degrees Celsius). Business-casual attire is appropriate for most conference events. Business-casual attire, traditional national dress, and other evening wear are all appropriate for the Awards Celebration on Friday, March 26.
Be sure to pack some outdoor clothes to participate in off-site service-learning projects. You never know whether you will be trimming trails or planting trees!
Attractions
Need a break from service-learning? San Jose has plenty to offer, from arts and family activities to nightlife and movies.
