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The Windy City
Chicago & Grambling, Louisiana — Where innovation meets heritage
Conference Venues
QASC 2026 spans two campuses — a primary venue in Chicago and a satellite session at Grambling State University.
Chicago State University
Chicago, Illinois
Chicago State University
Main conference sessions featuring keynotes, paper presentations, workshops, and networking events.
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Grambling State University
Grambling, Louisiana
Grambling State University
Parallel session for Louisiana and surrounding states, delivered online and concluding with the closing ceremony.
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Hilton Chicago
Near Chicago State University · Chicago, IL
720 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60605
(312) 922-4400Courtyard by Marriott Ruston
Near Grambling State University · Ruston, LA
1309 Maxwell Blvd, Ruston, LA 71270
(833) 311-9154Airports
Chicago O'Hare (ORD) for the primary venue; Monroe Regional (MLU) or Shreveport Regional (SHV) for Grambling
Accommodation
Various hotels available near each venue with special conference rates
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Contact our local arrangements team for visa letters and travel assistance