Conference Information
Venues
Bone Student Center
Hancock Stadium - Aaron Leetch Stadium Club
The Bone Student Center is the headquarter location for the conference. All Conference sessions will take place at the Bone Student Center (BSC) in Normal, Illinois.
Bone Student Center: 200 N. University St, Normal, IL 61761
Parking: More information will be posted by 8/15/26.
The reception on Tuesday evening will be held at the Aaron Leetch Stadium Club. You will take the exterior elevator to the 3rd floor club level.
Aaron Leetch Stadium Club: 211 N. Main St, Normal, IL 61761
Parking: You can park in G73 which is located to the East of the Stadium from 4:45 pm - 7:15 pm. This lot is right off of Main St. There is no charge for parking in this lot during the reception event hours.
Professional Headshots
Meals Provided
Don't miss out on the opportunity to have a FREE professional headshot at the Conference!
On Wed, November 18 from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm, we will have a photographer on-site to do free professional headshots. After the Conference, an email will be sent to all attendees with a link to download your headshot.
Tues, November 17:
Continental Breakfast and Lunch are provided.
Wed, November 18:
Continental Breakfast and Lunch are provided.
Hotels
Maps / Resources
There is not an official hotel block for the Conference. There are several hotel properties close to the Bone Student Center.
Marriott: 309-862-9000
201 Broadway, Normal, IL 61761
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Hyatt Place: 309-454-9288
200 Broadway, Normal, IL 61761
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Hampton Inn Normal: 309-452-8900
320 S. Towanda Ave, Normal, IL 61761
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Continuing Education
The below information is tentative and will be finalized by 7/31/26.
Jointly provided by: Southern Illinois University School of Medicine and the Illinois Department of Public Health.
Accreditation
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education through the Joint providership of Southern Illinois University School of medicine and the Illinois Department of Public Health.
Credit
SIU School of Medicine is preapproved as a continuing nursing education provider pursuant to Section 1300.130, subsection c), 1), B) and P) of the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation Nurse Practice Act. Nurses may receive a maximum of 8.0 contact hours for completing this activity.
SIU School of Medicine is a licensed provider for continuing education for nursing home administrators (license#139-000027), social workers (license # 159-000106), clinical psychologists (license # 268-000008), and professional counselors/clinical counselors (license number 197-000073). This program offers a maximum of 8.0 CE hours.
All other attendees will receive a Certificate of Participation.
For questions regarding CE credit, please contact the SIU School of Medicine Office of Continuing Professional Development at ocpd@siumed.edu or 217-545-7711.
Disclosure Policy
It is the policy of Southern Illinois University School of Medicine that speakers, planners and anyone in control of content disclose real or apparent conflicts of interest relating to the topics of this activity, and also disclose discussions of unlabeled/unapproved uses of drugs or devices during their presentation(s). The SIU School of Medicine Office of Continuing Professional Development has policies in place that will identify and mitigate all conflicts of interest prior to this activity. Detailed disclosure will be provided prior to the start of the activity.
Attractions
Welcome to Bloomington-Normal!
While you’re here, take time to explore everything the area has to offer. Whether you're looking to relax explore, or connect with colleagues outside of the conference, Bloomington-Normal offers a welcoming blend of experiences to make your stay both enjoyable and inspiring. For a full list of attractions, visit the BN Convention & Visitor's Bureau website.