2025 Summer Deans’ Institute FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
The 2025 Summer Deans’ Institute will take place Friday, Aug. 1 to Monday, Aug. 4 at Prince of Wales Hotel, Ontario, Canada.
Participation is by invitation only.
The Summer Deans’ Institute is an annual gathering of the deans of U.S. and Canadian dental schools for which ADEA manages the logistical arrangements.
Prince of Wales Hotel
6 Picton Street
Niagara-on-the-Lake
Ontario L0S 1J0
Canada
1-905-468-3246
Please register online through the link posted on the ADEA website.
Visit the hotel information page for all hotel-related information.
- Niagara Falls International Airport (IAG): Approximately 12 miles (17 km) from the hotel.
- Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF): Approximately 28 miles (36 miles) from the hotel.
Rideshare apps such as Lyft and Uber do not cross the border. If you plan to take a cab or taxi, it’s recommended to book in advance.
Ground Transportation from Niagara Falls International Airport
- Driving directions from IAG to Prince of Wales Hotel
- Estimated taxi fare: $100 USD (one way)
Ground Transportation from Buffalo Niagara International Airport
- Driving directions from BUF to Prince of Wales Hotel
- Estimated taxi fare: $160 USD (one way)
Attire for the meeting is business casual. Please dress in layers as temperatures in meeting rooms may vary.
The 2025 Summer Deans’ Institute is an interactive experience and participants are encouraged to attend all meal, reception and team-building activities.
Guest registration is limited to one adult guest (21 years or older) who is not a dental education colleague. The registered adult guest may attend all meal functions and evening receptions.
To provide an appropriate professional setting, ADEA does not allow children under the age of 21 to attend any conference functions. We request that you arrange for the supervision of children that accompany you.
CE credits are not being offered for this event.
For questions regarding registration changes, please contact:
ADEA Meetings Team
meetings@adea.org
For questions regarding housing and transportation, please contact:
Bridget Barnes
BarnesB@adea.org
(202) 597-2695
For questions regarding program content, please contact:
Tracy Beale
BealeT@adea.org
(202) 513-1195