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Model Organism Genetics -- Human and Medical Genetics -- Genomics and Proteomics -- Computational Biology

Department Retreat

 

2024 Department Retreat

September 9-11
Location: IslandWood, Bainbridge Island
driving directions | property map

schedule | keynote speaker: Lynda Stuart, MD, PhD

Cole Mueth and Lizzie Plender have been awarded Parker Travel Awards for best poster at the 2024 department retreat.

 

Transportation:
You are responsible for getting to the ferry. Seattle to Bainbridge ferry sails at 9:35, 10:40 and 11:25. Please pay for your own ticket and you will be reimbursed, additional ticket information here.

The IslandWood resort is 3.7 miles from the Bainbridge ferry terminal. There will be vans to shuttle people from the ferry terminal to the resort. Bicycling is another good option. Carpooling or driving yourself are other options.

If you are driving, please arrive at IslandWood by noon.

Bainbridge to Seattle ferry sails at 1:15 and 2:05.

Additional Information:
Check-in will be after 5 p.m. Luggage will be stored at IslandWood until we're able to check-in. Tuesday afternoon is designated as free time. There are many activities in and around IslandWood, including an IslandWood canopy tower hike (bring hiking boots/shoes) and an IslandWood bird habitat hike (bring binoculars). Note that we do not provide transportation outside IslandWood on Tuesday. Now is a good time to plan how to make the most of your afternoon.

Past Retreats:

2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | 2014 | 2013 | 2012 | 2011 | 2010 | 2009 | 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | 2003 | 2002 | 2000 & prior