Casual dress: What that means is up to you

As you plan for your trip to Phoenix, keep in mind that dress for all institute events is casual. What constitutes casual is up to you.

The institute's agenda can be your guide to situations in which you might want to shake up your attire. But it's entirely your call.

That said, do note that air conditioning can leave you a little chilly, especially after being in the kiln-like temperatures outdoors. It might help to bring a light sweater if you get cold easily.

Also, if it does rain here in late June it will do so in buckets and with lots of blowing dust, at least for a few minutes. It doesn't hurt to bring an umbrella, but it's rained maybe once in the three years we've been doing the institute.

Steve Elliott
Arizona State University
Phoenix