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SIUC Discount Program

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Who is eligible?

When can I use the discounts?

How do I begin using the discounts?

Lodging Discounts
Automobile Rental Discounts

What discounts, other than lodging and automobile rentals, are available?

Are there any limitations and/or restrictions on the lodging discounts?

Other information

Who is eligible?

All current and emeritus employees with University ID's are encouraged to take advantage of the SIUC Discount Program.  The benefits of this program include a wide range of discounts.

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When can I use the discounts?

Travel-related discounts are generally not restricted to university business.   Most often, the discounts can be used for vacations and family outings.

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How do I begin using the discounts?

The SIUC Discount Program is very easy to use.   In most cases, it is simply a matter of presenting your valid SIUC employee ID card and the appropriate corporate identification number.  However, there are a few exceptions.  Listed below are the necessary procedures for using the discount rates at participating hotels, motels, and automobile rental facilities.

Printable Version of Lodging Discounts

LODGING DISCOUNTS

Company

Reservation
Number

Corporate ID Number

Employee Discount Procedure

Best Inns

(800) 237-8466

None required

Request the corporate rate when making the reservation.  

Best Western

(800) 528-1234

None required

Request the government rate program when making the reservation.  *Present the corporate sticker at check-in.

Choice Hotels****

(800) 258-2847

00704815

When making the reservation, identify yourself as a "Choice Business Rates" member. Present University ID

Club Quarters

(212) 575-0006

 

Reserve rooms by calling or visit web site www.clubquarters.com password is "siu" or "SIU".

Days Inn

(800) DAYS-INN

00020646

Request the "NESRA*** Member Benefit" discount when making the reservation.   

Drury

(800) 378-7946

315018

Reserve room www.druryhotels.com. ( Request State Government Rate) You can also call and present corporate ID.  Present University ID at check-in.

Howard Johnson

(800) 769-0939

00020646

Request the "NESRA*** Member Benefit" discount when making the reservation.   

Intercontinental Hotels Group**

(800) 465-4329

100018324

Request the corporate rate when making the reservation.                 

Ramada Inn

(800) 462-8035

00020646

Request the "NESRA*** Member Benefit" discount when making the reservation.   

Starwood Hotels/Resorts (Includes Four Points Sheraton, St Regis Luxury Collection, W Hotels, and Westin)

(800) 625-5144

40215CO

Enroll in Starwood Preferred Guest Program. Give Corp ID when making Reservation.

Shoney's Inn

(800) 552-4667

None required

Present University ID. Visit www.guesthouseintl.com for other discounts

Super 8 Motels

(800) 800-8000

26977

Discount available only at participating locations.  Call 800 number for availability.  Former discount program rolled over to new program called TripRewards, alllowing patrons to earn points.  Motels have the option to offer 10% discount with the former program to Super 8 corporate accounts.

Travelodge

(800) 545-5545

00020646

Request the "NESRA Member Benefit"*** discount when making the reservation. Present University ID or business card.  

AUTOMOBILE RENTAL DISCOUNTS

Avis

(800) 331-1212

A709200

Provide the AWD number when making the reservation.

Budget

(800) 527-0700

BCD#

T243708

Request the corporate rate and      provide the identification number.

Hertz

(800) 654-3131

162392

Request the corporate rate and provide the identification number when making the reservation.  Present University ID.

National

(800) 328-4567

5710540

Request the corporate rate and provide the identification number when making the reservation.  At the time of the rental, provide either the *corporate sticker or the National discount card. 

University employees are entitled to free membership in the National Emerald Club, a $50 value

*These items may be picked up at Human Resources, Miles Hall, 1255 Douglas Drive .

**Intercontinental Hotels Group includes:  Holiday Inn Hotels and Resorts, Holiday Inn Express, Hotel Indigo, Candlewood Suites, Inter-Continental Hotels and Resorts, Crowne Plaza, and Staybridge Suites

***NESRA = National Employee Services and Recreation Association.

****Choice Hotels includes:  Sleep, Comfort, Quality, Rodeway, Econo Lodge, MainStay, and Clarion Inns, Hotels, Suites, and Resorts.

The SIU Discount Program is not a guaranteed discount.  Individual hotels reserve the right to limit availability and/or refuse discounts at any time.  Blackout dates may apply.  Hotels that are not corporately owned may choose to refuse any corporate discounts. For discount, it is always best to call ahead for reservations.

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What discounts, other than lodging and automobile rentals, are available?

Please check with Human Resources for the correct procedure in obtaining the discounts at the following businesses: 

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Alltel Wireless

Heidi Webb

Business Solutions Representative
Cell: 618-525-1055

Email: heidi.webb@alltel.com

Contact Heidi Webb to get information on receiving 15% off your monthly wireless plan with Alltel Wireless,
My Circle and FREE FRIDAY'S.

AT & T Wireless

SIU employees are eligible for a 15% discount. 

On AT&T site an employee can get $25 off online order with a new service activation.

Details can be found at AT&T or contact Jeff Kyle at:

Jeff Kyle 
Account Manager - Southern Illinois                        
AT&T Mobility - Higher Education 

Mobile 815-685-5235
Fax 866-808-9423

Email: Jeff Kyle

Sprint/Nextel-Employee Value Program

ORDER ONLINE OR OVER THE PHONE
www.EVPdiscount.com/SIU

Lisa Smith

Phone: (888) 457-6294
Email: lisa@EVPdiscount.com

Ask for your SIU EVP Representative

IMPORTANT: When you activate new Sprint service through a source other than EVP, you will NOT be eligible to receive your discount for 90 days from the date of your activation. Directly contact (888) 457-6294 or email lisa@EVPdiscount.com to establish new service and receive your discount.

Verizon Wireless Government Accounts

As an employee of SIUC, you may receive an 18% discount on all current price plans $35 access or greater, plus a 25% discount on accessories. This is an exclusive offer through the Internet and Verizon's direct sales representative in the area only.  Enrollment forms are available at Human Resources, Miles Hall, 1255 Douglas Drive, Carbondale, IL 62901

If you are already receiving the discount and need other information or help please contact or visit your local Verizon store.

 

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Are there limitations any and/or restrictions on the lodging discounts?

The SIUC Discount Program is not a guaranteed discount. Rates may vary among hotel locations.  Individual hotels reserve the right to limit availability and/or refuse discounts at any time.   Blackout dates may apply.  Hotels that are not corporately owned may choose to refuse any corporate discounts.  It is always best to call ahead for reservations with a corporate discount.

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Human Resources will continue to add new accounts to this program as they become available.  If you have any questions or comments about the SIUC Discount Program, call 453-6689, or stop by Human Resources, Miles Hall, 1255 Douglas Drive


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