Arkansas Technology Student Association
2025 ARTSA
State Conference
Location
The Vines Center
1 Four H Way, Little Rock, AR 72223
Pre-Conference Schedule At-A-Glance
Tuesday, February 18
Portfolios & Pre-Submissions Due
11:59 pm
Monday, March 3rd
Preliminary round materials posted:
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CAD- Architecture
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CAD- Engineering
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Forensic Science
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Technology Bowl
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CAD Foundations
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On Demand Video
12:01 am
Friday, March 7
11:59 pm
Preliminary round closes:
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CAD- Architecture
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CAD- Engineering
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Forensic Science
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Technology Bowl
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CAD Foundations
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On Demand Video
On-Site
Schedule At-A-Glance
Monday, April 1
Early Check In
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Tuesday, April 2
Check In
Opening Session
Morning Competitions
Lunch A
Lunch B
Afternoon Competitions
Voting Delegates Meeting
Project Pickup
Awards Ceremony*
7:30 am – 8:30 am
8:30 am – 10:00 am
10:15 am – 12:30 pm
11:45 am – 12:15 pm
12:15 pm – 12:45 pm
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
3:30 pm – 4:00 pm
4:00 pm – 4:30 pm
4:45 pm – 6:00 pm
*Physical awards will not be mailed out after the conference. If a chapter leaves before the conclusion of the awards ceremony, their students will still be recognized and qualified for nationals, but they will not receive a physical award.
Registration
Registration Opens 01/14/2025
Registration Closes 02/11/2025
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Registration is $60 per person and includes lunch on 4/2.
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Lodging is available the night of 4/1 for $45. This includes a room and bathroom shared with up to four other people (linens and towels will be provided) and breakfast on 4/2.
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No changes may be made (including to team members) and no registrations will be accepted after 5:00 pm on 2/11.
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No refunds will be made after payment is received or after 5:00 pm on 2/11.
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A late fee of $100 or $10/student, whichever is higher, will be added to the Chapter Advisor's registration cost if registration is submitted or changes are made after 5:00 pm on 1/23/24 (per DCTE policy).
Dress Code: Business
Please note that we will be using pin-on nametags. It is recommended that you refrain from wearing fabrics such as silk, satin, leather, and pleather.
Dress code will be enforced at the entrance to the Opening and Closing Ceremonies as well as during competitions. Any student, advisor, or guest not adhering to dress code will be denied entrance to the ceremony/competition.
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Dress code is business, which includes:
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Slacks or business dress pants, khakis, chinos, or knee-length or longer skirts.
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Button-down shirts with a tie, sweaters, or blouses
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Knee-length or maxi dresses
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Optional cardigans, blazers, or sport coats
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Closed-toed shoes such as loafers, Oxfords, boots, pumps, or flats
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Simple, professional accessories such as scarves, belts, or jewelry
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Please refrain from wearing the following:
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Shorts
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Sweatpants
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Tank tops
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Crop tops
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T-shirts
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Athletic sneakers or tennis shoes
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Flip-flops
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Stained or wrinkled clothing
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Clothing with holes, such as distressed jeans
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Clothing that is too tight or short
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Clothing that is oversized or too loose
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Backless or low-cut tops
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Clothing with inappropriate logos or text
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Source: “Attire Guide: Dress Codes from Casual to White Tie.” Emily Post, www.emilypost.com