
When and where is the conference being held?
The 2025 NDiSTEM Conference will take place October 30 - November 1 at the Greater Columbus Convention Center, 400 North High Street, Columbus, OH

How can I become a partner?
You can find out more about partnerships and our amazing partner benefits here.

What does an Exhibitor registration include?
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Motivational keynote speakers
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Robust offering of STEM Symposia and Professional Development sessions
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Student research presentations
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Graduate School and Career Expo Hall
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Cultural celebrations, art, and music
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Lunch on Thursday and Friday of the conference for general attendees and conference exhibitors

Where do I print my badge?
Starting on Wednesday, October 29, you can bring the email with your badge QR code either on your phone or printed to the Greater Columbus Convention Center registration check-in kiosks.
Reminder: There is a $50 badge reprint fee if the badge is lost. Please take care to not lose your badge, as you will need it at all times during the conference.

Can I alter or combine booths?
SACNAS does not permit or allow pipe and/or drapes to be altered or removed in any manner.

What are the exhibiting hours for the 2025 NDiSTEM Conference?
Tentative Exhibit Hall Schedule
Exhibit Move In:
Wednesday October 29, 2025 - 12:00PM to 5:00PM
Thursday October 30, 2025 - 7:00AM to 9:00AM
Exhibit Move Out:
Friday October 31, 2025 - 5:00PM-8:00PM
Exhibit Hall Hours:
Thursday October 30, 2025 - 10:00AM - 5:00PM
Friday October 31, 2025 - 9:00AM - 5:00PM

Who can I contact for help?
We are here to help! We are available Monday-Friday 8:30am-5pm PST.
You can Call Us at 831-512-1173
or Email Us at
Exhibits: exhibits@sacnas.org
Partnerships: partnerships@sacnas.org
NDiSTEM Registration: reg@sacnas.org
General Info: info@sacnas.org

Are there conference hotels?
Yes, a limited number of discounted rooms have been held by SACNAS at our conference partner hotels. The direct booking links will be included in your registration confirmation email.
If the rooms at the discounted rate are sold out, we recommend making reservations at the hotel through their public site which you can access below by clicking the name of the hotel, or at any other hotel around the Convention Center or any other housing option that fits your schedule and budget.
The discounted room rates are only for attendees of NDiSTEM 2025. SACNAS will be verifying the reservations against our registration list to ensure only registered attendees are reserving the rooms. The booking links are not transferable and should not be shared.

Will there be food provided?
Conference-provided meals will be as follows for all attendees and Exhibitors. All other meals are on your own and concessions will be open at the Convention Center.
- Thursday Lunch
- Friday Lunch