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Engagement Scholarship Consortium International Conference Changing Lives and Improving Society: Data-Driven Engagement and Innovation
October 7-8, 2026
Pre-Conference: October 5-6
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Hosted by the University of Tennessee and the member institutions of the ESC South Region
Venue & Lodging
Venue Information
Knoxville Convention Center
Address: 701 Henley Street, Knoxville, TN 37902
Conference activities will be held at the Knoxville Convention Center on Oct. 7-8, 2026. The facility is perfectly positioned alongside the picturesque landscape of the World’s Fair Park and between the urban core of the city and the campus of the University of Tennessee. Knoxville’s vibrant and walkable downtown is home to a variety of hotels, a food lover’s paradise of local, authentic restaurants, award-winning festivals, exciting live entertainment, eclectic shopping, and a community dedicated to Southern hospitality.
University of Tennessee Student Union
Address: 1502 Cumberland Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37996
Facilities at the University of Tennessee will host the preconference sessions on Oct. 5-6.
Neyland Stadium
Our welcome reception on Tuesday, Oct. 6, will be held at one of the most iconic sporting venues in the world and home to Tennessee football for more than 100 years.
Conference Lodging
Crowne Plaza Knoxville Downtown
Stay in downtown Knoxville near the University of Tennessee and Knoxville Convention Center. Walkable, stylish, and made for modern travel. Indoor pool and fitness senter. Service animals and pets up to 50 lbs. permitted with restrictions for $40 USD/night.
Address:
401 West Summit Hill Drive
Knoxville, TN 37902
Phone: (865) 522-2600
Website
Conference group rates: $190 USD/night + taxes & fees
FREE Cancellation until 6:00 p.m. local hotel time on Sun. 04 Oct 2026
Distance to conference venue: 0.5 miles
11-minute walk / 2-minute drive
Parking: Self-Parking $25/night or Valet Parking $35/night.
Check-in: 3:00 p.m.
Check-out: 12:00 p.m.
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Hilton Knoxville
In the heart of downtown, Hilton Knoxville is steps away from the Knoxville Convention Center and easily accessible via covered skybridge. Enjoy our rooftop pool and an on-site Starbucks.
Address:
501 West Church Avenue
Knoxville, TN 37902-2591
Phone: (865) 523-2300
Website
Conference group rates: $195 USD + taxes & fees
Group code: Ut Engagement Scholarship or Click Here. Booking deadline is September 5, 2026 (Midnight EST on 9/4/2026), or until block fills.
Distance to conference venue: 0.1 miles
3-minute walk
Parking: Self-Parking: $37/night or Valet Parking $40/night.
Check-in: 4:00 p.m.
Check-out: 11:00 a.m.
Courtyard by Marriott Knoxville Downtown
Live like a local at Knoxville’s newest upscale hotel. You’ll be steps away from many of downtown's most prominent locales, such as the University of Tennessee Knoxville, Market Square, the Knoxville Convention Center and a variety of local restaurants.
Address:
210 West Church Avenue
Knoxville, TN 37902
Phone: (865) 566-9100
Website
Conference group rates: $169 USD/night + taxes & fees
Use group code: ESCESCA or CLICK HERE. Booking deadline is September 5, 2026, or until block fills.
Distance to conference venue: 0.4 miles
10-minute walk / 3-minute drive
Parking: $25 per car per night in private parking garage
Check-in: 3:00 p.m.
Check-out: 12:00 p.m.
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Residence Inn by Marriott Knoxville Downtown
Live like a local at Knoxville’s newest upscale hotel. You’ll be steps away from many of downtown's most prominent locales, such as the University of Tennessee Knoxville, Market Square, the Knoxville Convention Center and a variety of local restaurants.
Address:
210 West Church Avenue
Knoxville, TN 37902
Phone: (865) 566-9100
Website
Conference group rates: $209 USD/night + taxes & fees
Use group code: ESCESCA or CLICK HERE. Booking deadline is September 5, 2026, or until block fills.
Distance to conference venue: 0.4 miles
10-minute walk / 3-minute drive
Parking: $25 per car per night in private parking garage
Check-in: 3:00 p.m.
Check-out: 12:00 p.m.
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