Announcement

We are delighted to announce the 21st Workshop of the International Veterinary Biosafety Workgroup.

This year’s meeting is hosted by the IVBW in partnership with the USDA National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF). The meeting will be held in Manhattan, Kansas near the NBAF campus to encourage collaboration and engagement, including an opportunity to view a virtual NBAF tour.

Venue

1960 Venue at the K-State Office Park, 1960 Kimball Ave, Manhattan, KS 66502

usda.gov/nbaf

Transport

Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK) - Located approximately 5 miles southwest of Manhattan, KS, MHK is served by American Airlines, which offers nonstop flights to Chicago-O’Hare and Dallas/Fort Worth. The airport is also served by Hertz, Enterprise, and Fox Rental Car companies.

Kansas City International Airport (MCI) - Manhattan, KS, is located approximately 130 miles west of Kansas City International Airport (MCI), which is served by all of the major US airlines and car rental companies. I-70 is the primary connection between metro Kansas City and Manhattan, KS. Depending upon traffic, the approximate drive time is 2 hours.

https://www.manhattancvb.org/plan/transportation/

Accommodation

Holiday Inn Manhattan At The Campus
Room Rate: $109.95 (breakfast buffet included)
Last day to book: Saturday, May 24, 2025
Available from Saturday, June 21 - Friday, June 27
Reservations: (mention the group code: IVB)
Call Hotel directly at (785) 539-7531
or direct link: Holiday Inn Manhattan At The Campus

The Courtyard Manhattan Aggieville
Room rate: $119.00 (Parking and light breakfast included)
Last day to book: Wednesday, May 21, 2025
Available from Saturday, June 21 - Thursday, June 26
Reservations: Courtyard Manhattan Aggieville