FAQs

Answers to common questions are in the sections below; we will continue to add more, so please check back!

General Questions

Does NCORE require membership?

No. NCORE is not membership-based. The webinars and conferences are open for anyone to attend.

May I get a copy of your W-9?

When / Where is NCORE 2024?

NCORE 2024 will be held in Honolulu, Hawai'i, Tuesday, May 28, through Saturday, June 1, 2024. More information coming soon!

Will NCORE continue to offer online conferences?

Yes. NCORE Virtual Connections will return November 1-3, 2023. Register today!

How do I learn more about NCORE?

Click HERE to sign up for NCORE newsletters.

Additional questions?

Email ncore@ou.edu.

NCORE 2024 - Honolulu

SCHEDULE

What are the dates?
Tuesday, May 28 through Saturday, June 1, 2024.

What is the conference schedule?

Coming soon.

What is a Pre-Conference Institute?

Pre-Conference Institutes are an optional day of NCORE content; these in-depth sessions provide attendees with formidable takeaways in information and skill development. Should you choose to attend this day, an additional fee will apply. You will register for a single session you'd like to attend the entire day Tuesday, May 28th (some institutes continue the morning of Wednesday, May 29th). The final day to add or change a Pre-Conference Institute is Tuesday, May 21st.

Will any virtual sessions be offered at NCORE in Honolulu?

No. There will not be virtual or hybrid sessions offered during NCORE 2024. We invite you to join us for NCORE Virtual Connections November 1-3, 2023.

Will NCORE have any community and/or environmental relief projects specific to Hawaiʻi?

Yes. An array of projects and initiatives will be enacted before, during, and after NCORE. Those are in development with local NCORE community partners. Announcements will be sent via email, posted on our website, and appear on our social media channels.

REGISTRATION

Is registration open for NCORE 2024? What are the rates?

Registration will open soon and rates will remain the same. Students/National Advisory Council Members: $495. Professionals: $695 (early bird) or $795 (after-early bird). Pre Conference Institutes are $100.

How can I convince my boss that I should attend NCORE?

We will post a Justification Letter template soon.

What forms of payment are accepted?

Payment can be made online during registration by major credit card only (Visa, Mastercard, and Discover).

Full payment is required to attend the conference. Accepted forms of payment onsite are major credit card or check/money order made payable to The University of Oklahoma. Cash will not be accepted as a form of payment.

What are your refund, cancellation, and substitution policies?

Policies will be listed on our Terms and Conditions document (coming soon) and on the first page of the online registration form. Please review carefully and ask questions before registering.

How do I make changes to my registration?

Your confirmation email will contain a modification link and confirmation number. Click the link, enter your registration confirmation number, and you will be taken to a page to make changes, transfer your registration, or cancel. A refund will be made automatically and according to the refund policy.

What policies will be in place related to Covid-19, such as vaccination, testing, and / or masking?

NCORE will follow guidance and requirements set forth by local officials and the conference venue.

What food will be provided during the conference?

Wednesday: morning beverages, afternoon snacks and beverages, evening Welcome Reception with hors d'oeuvres
Thursday: continental breakfast, afternoon snacks and beverages
Friday: continental breakfast, afternoon snacks and beverages
Saturday: morning beverages

Where will NCORE sessions be held?

All sessions will be at the Hawaiʻi Convention Center.

Where do I check into the conference?

Location to be announced. You will sign into a kiosk to print your badge and pick up your materials.

When is onsite registration / check-in open?*

Monday, May 27: 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Tuesday, May 28: 7:30 am to 6:00 pm
Wednesday, May 29: 7:30 am to 6:30 pm
Thursday, May 30: 7:45 am to 5:00 pm
Friday, May 31: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
Saturday, June 1: 8:00 am to 12:00 pm

*As of 9/6/23. Subject to change.

HOTELS

What hotels will have group rates? When will the blocks open?

To be announced.

What are the group hotel room rates?

For your planning purposes: rates will range between $179 per night to $375 per night plus taxes and any required resort fees. The vast majority of rooms will be at or under $275 per night.

GROUP REGISTRATION

Do you have a group discount?

Yes. Groups of ten or more may register online together in one transaction to earn 10% off current registration rates. Payment must be made during that transaction by credit card only (VISA, MC, or Discover).

What if our group needs to pay by check?

NCORE encourages you to form a firm group of ten or more people and choose a group leader to email ncore@ou.edu to make arrangements.

NCORE staff will process the registrations and provide a single invoice to the group leader.
Once an invoice is issued and sent to the group leader, only substitutions can be made. NCORE will not be able to add or remove group members. Any new registrations will need to be made online and the group discount will not apply to those registrations.
The final day to register with this method is Tuesday April 23, 2024. After that date, you will need to register your group online and pay by credit card.
Checks are due Monday, May 6, 2024, to the address listed on the invoice.

ACCESSIBILITY

How do I request accommodations for accessibility at the conference?

The registration form has a section dedicated to accessibility. Every effort will be made to accommodate requests. Four weeks notice is required to schedule services and/or service providers.

Where can I find more information about accessibility arrangements?

Visit our Accessibility page for details and connect with NCORE staff to discuss details.

Will all gender restrooms be available?

Yes. Locations will be announced and maps will be available in the conference mobile app.

Where is the Prayer / Meditation Room?

To be announced.

MISCELLANEOUS

Will airline discounts be available?

Yes. NCORE is working to secure discount codes for the carriers that offer them. Please check back.

What tips will help me prepare for NCORE?

Review archived program guides to get a feel for the scope of the conference.
Pack business cards for networking opportunities!
Friday is School Spirit Day - show your campus pride with t-shirts, buttons, and pins.
Take time to practice self-care throughout the week. Bring a journal. Find some outdoor space. Unwind!

Does NCORE offer Continuing Education Units (CEUs)?

Yes. You will earn 3 CEUs for attending NCORE 2024 from the University of Oklahoma Outreach. If you attend a Pre-Conference Institute, you will earn one additional CEU. A link to download your CEU certificate(s) will be emailed to you after NCORE. Please allow one month post-conference for these to be made available.

Will the CEUs be accepted by my particular discipline or association (social work, psychology, etc.)?

The CEUs are not pre-approved with any particular discipline. We suggest recipients submit their CEU certificate along with a description of the sessions to their professional organization(s) to ask if the content meets their requirements. It will be the discretion of the professional organization(s) whether they choose to accept as credit.

What happens with feedback provided to the NCORE Team?

The NCORE team gratefully receives and processes conference evaluation data, comments, and other forms of feedback. In response, we have made some adjustments in an effort to improve attendee experience where we can. A letter was emailed to the NCORE community following NCORE 2022. NCORE staff are working on the feedback and improvements we're making following NCORE 2023. We will send that out as soon as possible. Thank you!