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to host the meeting at BU in the George Sherman Union. This is a facility fairly similar to The conference center used in Flagstaff.     The main hall is a 12,000 square foot ballroom which can be used for a large plenary with a balcony that overlooks and is connected to the ballroom). This great, flexible space can be split into 1/3 and 2/3 to provide space for additional breakouts/functions. There is an large lounge with an outdoor terrace/patio for the posters and breaks.   This location is not as ideal as the Cambridge location, but could be significantly less expensive. Most probable dates for this configuration are July 30-August 3.  %BU will provide dormatory space for about \$85. This are new facilities with 4 bedrooms off a common area and  %a share bathroom. If we were to use this option, the expectation is that we would contract with a nearby Hyatt to provide