Experiences

Can I get a schedule for the event?
Q will begin at 10:00 am on Wednesday, April 28th and conclude around 12:00 pm on Friday, April 30th. We will not be making a schedule for the event public until you arrive at Q. Lunch will occur around noon each day and dinner will occur around 6 pm. Please assume all other times will be filled with programming and collaboration. All times are tentative and subject to change.

Will participants have the opportunity to interact with the presenters?
Yes, most of our presenters join us as learners as well. Some can only be with us for their presentation, but many will be available for a Talkback discussion, which is intentionally smaller and more conducive for question and answer.

Is food included in the price?
Food will be largely on your own. There are numerous restaurants in the area. Coffee and water will be provided and available throughout the event.

Is there a need for volunteers at Q?
Yes, Q is dependent on a group of volunteers who are most interested in serving alongside the Q team in order to make the gathering a reality. Due to the nature of Q and working behind the scenes to ensure a quality gathering, we can’t guarantee much participation in the actual programming of Q, and in turn look only for those who are truly interested and willing to serve in making Q as excellent as possible.

If volunteering at Q interests you, please contact us at info@qideas.org and someone from the Q team will be in touch.


Registration

Who comes to Q?
As we shape all of the details and features of this unique gathering, we take into consideration who will be filling the seats and how, collectively, we can introduce and discuss ideas that can make a better world. There are a few key characteristics we believe all of our attendees possess. First, a desire to be informed and exposed to future culture; second, the potential and hope for influence that will shape the church today and in the future; and third, an eagerness to learn and gain knowledge from others with differing worldviews who share the same desire to shape our generation and culture.

Do I have to fill out information for all of the attendees in my group?
Yes. We like to personalize as much of Q as possible which requires as much accurate information about attendees as possible. We need to have all attendee information by March 1 to make the experience most personalized and accurate.

Are there any scholarships available?
For students and church planters interested in Q, we have a limited number of tickets available at a discounted rate. If you received a scholarship last year, you will not be eligible for a scholarship this year. For more information on this or to apply for a scholarship please email info@qideas.org and share your story.

What is your cancellation policy?
Transfers: Tickets are transferable at anytime. Please update your registration with information for new attendees should you choose to transfer tickets. You do not need to contact Q to transfer a ticket.
Cancellation: Full refunds less a $200 cancellation fee will be provided for anyone who chooses to cancel their registration on or before February 26, 2010. Refunds will not be provided for anyone canceling after February 26, 2010.


Transportation

Do I provide my own transportation to and from the event?
Yes, each participant is responsible for their own transportation to Chicago and to the event venue each day. We recommend lodging at a hotel downtown so that you can walk to the event and local restaurants easily. Due to Chicago’s extensive and affordable public transportation system, you may not need to rent a car at all. Each airport offers both subway and taxi service directly into the immediate downtown area with the same options readily available while staying within the city. We encourage everyone to take advantage of the public transportation system as much as possible. Please see the transportation and lodging sections for more details.


Contact

Please feel free to contact us at info@qideas.org for any further questions.