Optics Alumni Networking Reception

Tuesday, October 18, 2016
7 p.m.–10 p.m.

The Institute of Optics, University of Rochester
with
The College of Optical Sciences, University of Arizona
The College of Optics & Photonics, University of Central Florida
and Stanford Photonics Research Center, Stanford University

are honored to invite you to join fellow alumni and friends at a networking reception being held in conjunction with OSA FiO in Rochester, NY,

Tuesday, October 18, 2016 7-10 pm.

Featuring remarks from optics leaders at 8 pm including
Xi-Cheng Zhang, Thomas Koch, Bahaa Saleh, and Thomas Baer.

Registration required; RSVP by October 7, 2016.
https://emsregics.ur.rochester.edu/OpticsAlumniReception

Special celebration honoring Emil Wolf during the reception

Special opportunity to visit UR campus just prior to and during the reception

Explore the exhibition “City of Lights: Rochester and the History of Optics,” in celebration of the Optical Society's centennial,
 
on display in the UR Rush Rhees Library: Rare Books, Special Collections, and Preservation Department Tours for an in-depth look at the achievements and milestones of the optical professions, from its beginning in the early twentieth century through its height during the post-World War II era, with particular focus on Rochester's important contributions to the field.


Location: Radisson Riverside Rochester, Riverside Ballroom and Lounge, 120 East Main Street, Rochester, NY 14604.  Buses leave on the half hour (6 pm - 8 pm).  The Radisson is easily accessed from the Hyatt and Convention Center via the Skyway Bridge. Parking (self or valet) is complimentary at the Radisson for those attending our event.

A special reduced rate is available for our guests at The Radisson Rochester Riverside.  Email Zelma Collazo or call 585-546-6414 and ask for “The Institute of Optics discount.”  If you provide flight information, the hotel will track and send a shuttle to meet you at the airport; complimentary shuttle service to and from the airport and campus, on request.