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Unisys University Facilities Information Facilities Overview Unisys University maintains several training facilities, which are used to conduct classes. We also partner with hotels and/or conference centers to provide lodging and meals for employees attending Unisys Uni- versity classes. Information is provided here to help employees make arrangements to travel to and make reservations at these facilities, when planning to attend Unisys University sponsored training classes. Classroom reservation information for the training center in the Blue Bell corporate headquarters is also available. Malvern Travel & General Information Facility Contact Information Address: 1000 Cedarhollow Road Malvern, Pennsylvania 19355 Country: United States UU Contact for Enrollment & Travel Policy Questions Name: Francine Kopta E-mail: [email protected] Phone: 1-630-297-8294 UU Contact for Malvern Facility Name: Robert Kasche E-mail: [email protected] Phone: 1-610-648-4351 Note: If you are unable to reach Robert Kasche, contact Francine Kopta. Room Reservation Process Unisys University will make reservations at the Casino Tower / Valley Forge Casino Resort for all Unisys employees traveling from out of town to attend training at the Unisys University Training Center in Mal- vern. Each guest will receive a Unisys University package rate which will include transportation to/from the training center each day as well a voucher for breakfast. Unisys employees will have their ID badges/smartcards coded with temporary access to the Malvern building, Watch for an access confirmation e-mail and remember to bring your badge! Note: Standard reservations include check-in the night before class and check-out on the last day of class. If you attend more than one class over consecutive weeks, your reservation will be extended through the weekend. Please contact Francine Kopta (see above) if your travel dates differ from these standard arrangements. The Casino Tower / Valley Forge Casino Resort Address: 1160 First Avenue King of Prussia, Pennsylvania 19406 E-mail: [email protected] Phone: 610-354-8118 or 610-265-1500 The Casino Tower is connected to the Valley Forge Convention Center and the Radisson Valley Forge in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. It overlooks the vast green hills of the Valley Forge National Park, which consists of 3,600 acres of lush green land and historical monuments, and is minutes from King of Prussia Mall, the largest retail mall in America. Page 1 of 3 Unisys University Facilities Information You'll find local attractions such as golf courses, spas, art galleries, paintball, wineries and shopping, all located nearby. The Casino Tower is located only 18 miles outside of downtown Philadelphia and con- venient to the Philadelphia International Airport. All suites feature complimentary: • High speed and WI-FI internet access • Weekday USA Today • Microwave/Refrigerator • Iron/Ironing Board • Coffee maker • Individual climate control • Whirlpool • In room safes • Two telephones with dual lines Hotel and guest amenities include: • Complimentary wireless internet available in all public spaces and guest rooms • Complete Health & Fitness Center with sauna, steam room, and racquetball court • Outdoor Garden Pool • 24 Hour Business Center for all of your business needs: copies, faxes, or high speed internet Seven dining options are available: • Pacific Prime • Viviano • Valley Tavern • Nosh Deli • Asian Noodle • Italian Market • American Grill King of Prussia, PA Hotel near Philadelphia Attractions The Valley Forge Casino Resort is conveniently located near many popular Philadelphia attractions. The hotel is connected to the Valley Forge Convention Center and is directly across from Valley Forge Na- tional Historic Park. The Valley Forge Casino Resort offers complimentary shuttle service to the King of Prussia Mall, the East Coast's largest shopping mall. Downtown Philadelphia is only 19 miles away, and Philadelphia International Airport is an easy 30-minute drive from the hotel. The Valley Forge Casino Re- sort is easily accessible from the Pennsylvania Turnpike, I-76, I-476 and I-95. The nearby attractions include: • Center Ice (6.1 miles) • King of Prussia Mall (2.1 miles) • Liberty Bell (20.8 miles) • Philadelphia Premium Outlets (15 miles) • Philadelphia Zoo (17.3 miles) • QVC Studio (15 miles) • Valley Forge National Historical Park (0.6 miles) Complete information about the Valley Forge Casino Tower is available at: https://www.vfcasino.com/casinotower Information on Local Transportation If your travel plans to Philadelphia include flying or arriving by train, keep in mind that Unisys University does not reimburse the cost of rental cars. King Limousine is the approved transportation used to travel to your hotel. Reservations need to be made in advance by contacting King Limousine. King Limousine in- voices UU directly, so let them know you are enrolled in a Unisys University program; your cost center will be billed upon receipt of the invoice from King Limousine. Remember to include your return trip when Page 2 of 3 Unisys University Facilities Information booking your reservation. If you are departing on the last day of your class, provide King Limousine with the Unisys Malvern address as your pickup location. To make your limousine reservations, you must call: • Employees residing in the US: 1-800-245-5460 • Employees residing outside of the US: +01 610-265-3050, extension 1 Upon arrival at Philadelphia International Airport, look for the representative from King Limousine near the baggage claim area or call King Limousine directly for additional instructions. If you need to make changes to your ground transportation, contact King Limousine directly. Reminder: Please be sure to re-confirm your travel times with King Limousine before your travel. If for any reason you will not be attending your training, it is your responsibility to contact both the Valley Forge Casino Tower and King Limousine to cancel your arrangements. Charges for "no shows" will be billed back to your cost center. If you will not attend the training, you must cancel your hotel reservation or your cost center will be charged for the room. Driving Directions to the Valley Forge Valley Forge Casino Tower Click here for an interactive map of the local area and get directions to the hotel. Driving Directions to Unisys Malvern From Route 29 North (Great Valley), turn right at the first light (Swedesford Road). The Unisys Tredyffrin office at 2476 Swedesford Road will be on the right. Go past the Tredyffrin parking lot to the next inter- section which is Cedarhollow Road. Turn right on Cedarhollow Road and then enter the Malvern building parking lot on the right (1000 Cedarhollow Road). Park in the general parking area and then enter through the main entrance in the front. Note: Unisys employees will have had their ID badges/smartcards coded with temporary access to the Malvern building but non-Unisys attendees will be issued temporary site badges. You won't need a badge to enter the building but will need one in the classroom area. Once eve- ryone has arrived, additional logistical information will be provided including class times, lunch arrangements, etc. Please be certain to arrive at the building prior to 8:00 a.m. on the first day of class so that class can begin on time. From King of Prussia (North), take 202 South. Exit Route 29 North (Great Valley). Follow common directions above. From Pennsylvania Turnpike (I-276) (East/West), exit at Valley Forge/King of Prussia (Exit #24). Take the second right onto 202 South. Exit Route 29 North (Great Valley). Follow common directions above. From Philadelphia International Airport, take I-95 South to I-476 North. Follow I-476 North to I-76 West (Schuylkill Expressway). Exit Route 202 South. Exit Route 29 North (Great Valley). Follow common direc- tions above. From West Chester/Wilmington (South), take Route 202 North. Exit Route 29 North (Great Valley). Fol- low common directions above. Questions? Contact the Unisys University helpdesk at: http://iwww7.unisys.com/HRapps/remedy/needhelp.asp Page 3 of 3 .