Human Resources
SIUC Discount Program
Commonly Asked Questions
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 southern
illinois
universtiy. |
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. |
Red Roof Inns |
(800) 843-7663 |
514137 |
Provide the VP+ number (514137) when making the
reservation. Present VP+ card* at check in. Directories
available at Human Resources. |
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. To enroll contact Human
Resources. 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 |
T243708 |
Request the corporate rate when making the
reservation. Provide the
identification number, *corporate sticker, at the time of rental. |
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,
805 S. Elizabeth Street
.
**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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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
Office 815-685-5235
Mobile 314-809-5817
Email: Jeff Kyle
Sprint/Nextel-Employee Value Program
ORDER ONLINE OR OVER THE PHONE
www.EVPdiscount.com/SIU
Phone: (888) 457-6294
Email: info@EVPdisount.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
info@EmployeeVa!ueProgram.com to establish new service and receive your
discount.
Verizon Wireless Exclusive Program
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. You may access the website at Verizon.
Sales rep for Central Illinois is:
Patricia M. Watson
Govt Sales Rep
Verizon Wireless
Phone: (314) 791-1205
Illinois Customers Dial (618) 521-9995
Fax (847) 706-7863
Email patricia.watson@verizonwireless.com
· To Register Your Line For Employee Discounts: www.verizonwireless.com/discount or call 866-456-7892
· Cust. Care Dept: (800) 922-0204 or *611 from handset
· Demo any Verizon Wireless Handset: http://dts.vzw.com or for Wireless Data Technical Support
· Additional Links and Information:
http://support.vzw.com/ Our Very Useful Support Site
· 1-866-406-5154 FRU Support Center - For any technical issues.
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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 the
Human Resources,
805 S.
Elizabeth Street.
Send
comments, suggestions, and requests for more information to:
Marge McFadden - margem@siu.edu.
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