TRLN Management Academy: The Business of Libraries

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the lodging options during the Academy?
The Marriott is a five minute walk to the training facility, but there are many other nearby hotels to choose from. Participants are responsible for making their own arrangements.

Which airport will I be flying in to?
Raleigh-Durham International (RDU) airport.

How do I get from the airport to Chapel Hill?
Several modes of transportation are available at the airport.

How do I get around in Chapel Hill?
Some of the hotels offer complimentary shuttle service within a five mile radius; you'll need to check with them for shuttle policies.

The Chapel Hill buses are free within Chapel Hill. Taxi service and car rentals are other options. Your hotel should have taxi and car rental information available.

Where will the Academy sessions be held?
The sessions will be held at The William and Ida Friday Center for Continuing Education, near the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

Are there any planned events outside of the class?
Two events have been planned during the Academy. The first is a wine and cheese social to be held on Monday, October 22nd immediately following the first day of class, and will be conveniently held at The Friday Center. The second event is the TRLN Academy Reception on Thursday evening, October 25th, and will be held at the Paul J. Rizzo Conference Center. Transportation will be provided from the Friday Center to the Rizzo Center.

Where do I eat and shop?
Meadowmont Village is across the street from the Friday Center, and has many shops and eateries. Chapel Hill offers a wide variety of restaurants to suit any craving.

What's going on in Chapel Hill while I'm here?
There are many things to see and do while you're here.

Will there be Internet access?
Check with your hotel for internet arrangements. At the Friday Center, wireless access is available at no charge, and there are several email stations available.

Is there homework to do prior to the class?
▪ Read the Datavision Case Study that was mailed to you. Please bring this document with you to the Academy.
▪ Complete the Change Readiness Assessments (2), and email them to Ted Baker by October 16th.
▪ Complete the Project Descriptions assignment, and email it to Lynda Aiman-Smith by October 15th.

What online courses are available?
The first online course associated with the TRLN Management Academy, "Motivation, Performance and Commitment" can now be accessed by going to http://www.lib.ncsu.edu/arl/motivation. The user name and password were emailed to participants. Please contact patti.pittman@unc.edu if you can't find them.

These courses were licensed by TRLN from the Association of Research Libraries and Southern Illinois University, Carbondale--the co-creators of the Online Lyceum. This course was licensed for this program because it does a good job covering foundational motivation theory and introducing some ideas for creating an environment n which your employees can do their best work.

We will not have a specific session on motivation during the in-person event, but will deal with managing group work, influence strategies, and effective communication. Our hope is that this course supplements the conversations we will have during the in-person sessions.

You do not need to submit the activities n this course. But please take time, before we meet in person, to go through the content. Our hope is that it will stimulate you to think about some of the challenges and opportunities you have as managers, and that you will be more ready to contribute to the group's discussions.

Where's the web page with this information?
http://www.trln.org/events/academy2007.htm

What's the address of our listserv?
2007_academy@listserv.unc.edu

Who is participating in the Academy?
http://www.trln.org/academy/2007%20Participants.pdf
 

Marriott Chapel Hill (next to the Friday Center)  919-883-0700
100 Marriott Way, Chapel Hill, NC
http://marriott.com/property/propertypage/RDUCH

 The Marriott has 139 rooms and 8 suites. Rates are $179/night. Amenities include a full service bar; restaurant open for breakfast and dinner (no lunch).

 The Marriott does not have shuttle service. The Marriott is on Chapel Hill Transit’s S route.

Hampton Inn  919-403-8700
6121 Farrington Road, Chapel Hill, NC
http://hamptoninn.hilton.com/

The Hampton Inn has 92 rooms. Rates are $114/night. They offer free shuttle service to the Friday Center (and other select locations). Shuttle service runs Monday through Saturday from 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. They have a breakfast bar, but no other onsite dining.

Holiday Inn  919-929-2171
1301 N. Fordham Blvd/Hwy 15-501, Chapel Hill, NC
http://www.ichotelsgroup.com/h/d/hi/1/en/hd/cphnc

The Holiday Inn has 135 guest rooms. The Holiday Inn is nearby Chapel Hill Transit’s D, F, & G routes. They have a ten passenger shuttle van. Shuttle service runs (on the hour and by request) Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Amenities of the hotel include an onsite restaurant and full service bar.

Standard rate $99.95 (can fluctuate depending on availability)

Holiday Inn Express  919-489-7555
6119 Farrington Road, Chapel Hill, NC
http://www.ichotelsgroup.com/h/d/ex/1/en/hotel/RDUFR/at-a-glance

 The Holiday Inn Express has 64 guest rooms. The rate is $119/night. They are not on the bus line, but the hotel does offer free shuttle service within a five mile radius. Shuttle service runs Monday through Saturday from 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. They have a breakfast bar, but there is no other onsite dining.

 **Please note: rates are estimates only. A more comprehensive hotel listing can be found on the Chapel Hill Visitor’s Bureau website listed below.

The Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitor’s Bureau provides an online listing of area attractions, dining, hotels, and upcoming events to enhance your visit. http://www.chocvb.org/

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None of the Chapel Hill hotels offer airport transportation.

Taxi, estimated at $34.75 (one way) by RDU airport http://www.rdu.com

Car rentals, available at RDU airport. http://www.rdu.com/groundtrans/rentalcars.htm

RDU airport has 8 car rental agencies.

Triangle Transit Authority (use the Chapel Hill Transit website) stops at RDU airport terminals, the fare is $2 with one transfer. The trip takes about an hour and a half to Chapel Hill. 

Chapel Hill Transit’s trip planner can be found online: http://www.gotriangle.org/  (free transportation within Chapel Hill).