MAA MathFest

Thank you for coming to MAA MathFest 2023! See you next year in Indianapolis!

Note: Recordings for MAA MathFest 2023 will be available on the MAA YouTube Channel on September 26. Stay tuned for more!

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Every summer, MAA MathFest presents the latest in mathematical research and education to diverse audiences across the nation. As the largest community of mathematicians, students, and enthusiasts, MAA is proud to bring an interactive, accessible, and informative experience to you this year.

General Guidelines for Site Selection

Selection of sites for MAA national meetings requires that we balance a mix of complex issues. Site selection begins several years in advance of a national meeting.

We require facilities and transportation infrastructure that meet the logistical and financial requirements of the organization and our members. MAA MathFest requires a relatively large number of rooms for our number of participants due to our robust program of parallel sessions. We are too big for some sites and too small for others. Some sites are too costly in terms of space rental, lodging, and travel; others are unavailable during the time frame we need.

Regardless of where an MAA meeting is held, we expect meeting participants to observe the MAA Code of Conduct. For national meetings, we require the properties and vendors we contract with to agree to abide by MAA's Code of Conduct and, in particular, to commit to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment (as described in the Code of Conduct).

MAA members reside in every state and territory, and we are mindful of our obligation to serve our entire community. This includes providing support for Section meetings and selecting locales for MAA MathFest in a variety of geographic regions.

Our members are the heart of MAA. We intend to provide a meaningful, enriching, and celebratory meeting every summer at MAA MathFest. We look forward to seeing you at the next MAA MathFest.

Site Selection Process

Site selection begins several years before a given MathFest. MAA Meetings & Events department staff gather preliminary information from potential sites suggested by the Meetings Management Committee (MMC) and the staff’s own expertise. MAA staff and the Associate Secretary then conduct site visits. During these visits, they assess the venue, nearby hotels, availability of restaurants, etc. They have conversations with venue management and the local convention and visitor’s bureau regarding requirements pertaining to accessibility adhering to the MAA Code of Conduct, Welcoming Environment, and Code of Ethics Statements.

Findings from these visits are shared with the MMC to make the final selection recommendation. This is then shared with the MAA Board of Directors. Initial negotiations are completed, and contracts between providers and MAA are signed four to six years in advance of the event.