Attendee Registration - Pennsylvania Drilling and Blasting Conference

2025 Registration

Registration for 2025 is expected to open on April 1. Information from 2023 is shown below for reference.

The conference fee covers all instruction, program materials, refreshment breaks, and Thursday’s lunch and evening reception. Registrants are responsible for all other meals and lodging.

$195 Early Registration (on or before October 6)
$245 Regular Registration (after October 6)
$275 Walk-in/on-site Registration (available during times/dates listed below)
$195 Pennsylvania State Government (must have “pa.gov” in email address; fee available via printable registration form only)

Online Registration Instructions

Log In or Create New User

New users will need to set up their profile. If you are registering someone other than yourself for this program, an account must be created for that person with their personal information (not yours). If you already have a Penn State account, you cannot use it to register someone else.
Required items in the system will be indicated by a red asterisk*

Date of birth – Select a date on the calendar to view the format requested
Security Question and Answer – Select your options from the drop down menu and enter your answer
User Information – Password must be at least 7 characters and contain both numbers and letters
Contact Information
Marketing Communication

Note: If you select to allow e-mail contact, helpful logistical information about the program you are registering for will be sent via e-mail.

Select your Registration Package

There is no “Promo Code” available for this program

Click “Continue” to Review and Pay
View the registration policies and confirm by checking the box
Click “Pay and Register” to be directed to PSUPAY
- Complete the credit card information and submit payment
After you check out, you may print a copy for your records

Registration Questions

If you have questions about registration, please contact:

Outreach Non-Credit Registration Office
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Monday–Friday
Phone: 814-867-4973
Email: noncredit@psu.edu

Other Registration Methods

Printable Registration Form

You may also register by completing and mailing or faxing the Printable Registration Form (PDF) and enclosing payment by check, money order, credit card, purchase order, or letter of authorization from your employer or sponsoring organization. Purchase orders or checks (payable to “Penn State”) must include registration forms for each individual. For reference, Penn State’s Federal ID Number is 24-6000376. Group rates are not available for this conference. The deadline for the registration office to receive the printable registration form is 5:00 p.m. (ET), Monday, November 13.

Walk-In Registration

Walk-in registration (additional $30 fee) is available at the on-site conference registration desk (conference wing of The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center) on Wednesday, November 15, 1:00–5:00 p.m.; Thursday, November 16, 6:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m., and Friday, November 17, 7:00 a.m.–noon.

Sponsor and Exhibitor Registration

If you would like to register as a sponsor or exhibitor, please visit our Sponsor and Exhibitor Registration page.

Confirmation

Penn State Conferences and Institutes will confirm your registration by email. If you do not provide an email address, you will receive confirmation by postal mail. You will be alerted promptly of any cancellations or changes. If some unforeseen event forces Penn State to cancel or postpone the program, you will receive a full refund of your registration fee; however, the University cannot be held responsible for any related costs, including cancellation fees assessed by airlines or travel agencies.

Refunds

If your request to withdraw is received at least 15 business days prior to the first day of the conference, we can issue a partial refund. Send your written request by email to PSUconferences@psu.edu or by fax to 814-863-5190. A $50 administrative fee will be charged for each withdrawal.

Substitutions

Anyone who is registered but cannot attend may identify a substitute. A full refund will be issued after the substitution registration has been completed. A registration form and full payment by the substitute are required. Substitutes are eligible to register at the same fee.

Access

Penn State encourages persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. If you anticipate needing special accommodations or have questions about the physical access provided, please contact the conference planner at 814-863-5100 at least two weeks prior to the conference.