Frequently Asked Questions

There is no strict dress code for the event, but we recommend business casual attire. On the second day of the convening, we’ll take a group photo wearing Newman Civic Fellow t-shirts, so please plan to wear the t-shirt or something you can layer the t-shirt over for the photo.

On Friday, you can drop your luggage at the hotel bell stand. We'll also have a luggage area at EMKI on Friday. We'll be moving your luggage to JFK Library in the afternoon and you can pick up your luggage at the end of the reception at JFK (where the reception is). On Saturday we'll also have a luggage storage area at the JFK Library.

The hotel offers a complimentary airport shuttle available daily from 6AM to 10PM (last pickup 9:30PM). Please text the Guest Services team at 617-433-9800 to request. You can also Uber/Lyft. The fee is around $25. Lastly,  you can take the Silver Line (SL1)  to South Station then pick up the Red Line towards Braintree and get off at the JFK/UMass station. The hotel is across the street from the station.

On Friday, you can drop your luggage at the hotel bell stand. We'll also have a luggage area at EMKI on Friday. We'll be moving your luggage to JFK Library in the afternoon and you can pick up your luggage at the end of the reception at JFK (where the reception is). On Saturday we'll also have a luggage storage area at the JFK Library.

Friday: Lunch and dinner

Saturday: Breakfast and lunch

On Friday, lunch and registration is from 11:30 am - 12:40 pm. We end on Friday with the reception from 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm. Saturday, breakfast starts at 8:30 am and the program starts at 9:15 am. The program ends at 2:15 pm. Students can explore the JFK Museum from 2:15 pm - 3:30 pm.

At this time, masks are recommended, but not required, for all group members visiting.

Campus Compact will comply with all state and local guidelines at the time of your visit. These requirements may change between when your visit is booked and the day of your visit. The Institute will communicate with you as soon as possible if any requirements need to be adjusted for your visit.

Yes, parking is available at both the Edward M. Kennedy Institute and JFK Museum free of charge.

Self-parking is available at the DoubleTree Hotel - Bayside for a rate of $19 per day.