ALL THINGS AQUATICS ANNUAL EVENT
All Things Aquatics is a one‑day, small‑room experience intentionally capped at 100 attendees to keep the conversations real, the learning personal, and the connections meaningful. If you’re an aquatic professional who wants more than a lecture—this is for you.
Event Details
With only 100 spots available, the day stays intimate, energetic, and focused on meaningful interaction. You’ll hear from 16 speakers across four key topics, each offering a quick, high‑impact presentation meant to spark ideas rather than dominate the agenda.
After every segment, the room shifts into fast‑moving roundtable rotations—imagine speed‑dating, but for problem‑solving and idea‑sharing. Each table has a mentor who keeps the discussion grounded, productive, and inclusive so every attendee has space to contribute. The entire environment is intentionally comfortable and human, with sofas, soft seating, and a format built around genuine dialogue instead of a traditional lecture hall. It’s an event built for people who want to connect, collaborate, and walk away with real‑world solutions.
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travel recommendations
BY AIR:
- George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH): 25–35 minutes from campus
- William P. Hobby Airport (HOU): 15–20 minutes from campus
PARKING ON CAMPUS
UH has multiple visitor parking options:
- Welcome Center Garage (closest to central campus)
- East Garage
- Elgin Street Garage
- Metered visitor lots around campus
Daily rates typically range from $10–$20, depending on the garage.
accomodations
These properties are within 5–10 minutes of campus
- Hilton University of Houston (on campus; easiest option)
- Courtyard by Marriott Houston Medical Center
- Holiday Inn Houston Downtown
- Hampton Inn Houston Downtown
- Marriott Marquis Houston (downtown, resort‑style amenities)
nearby attractions
- Houston Museum District (10–12 minutes) One of the country’s most concentrated cultural zones, home to 19 museums including the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston Museum of Natural Science, and the Contemporary Arts Museum.
- Houston Zoo (10 minutes) A major regional zoo inside Hermann Park, great for a quick visit or a longer wander.
- Hermann Park (10 minutes) A huge urban green space with walking trails, gardens, a lake, and the McGovern Centennial Gardens.
- Discovery Green (12–15 minutes) A lively downtown park with art installations, food trucks, events, and plenty of space to relax.
- Downtown Houston (12–15 minutes) Dining, shopping, and entertainment—including the Theater District, Market Square, and the historic Main Street corridor.
- EaDo (East Downtown) (5–7 minutes) Trendy neighborhood known for murals, breweries, coffee shops, and the famous Truck Yard outdoor food‑truck park.