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East and West Conference Rooms
The East and West Conference Rooms on the fourth floor are used for a wide variety of events. Mirror images of each other, the Conference Rooms are set up auditorium style with a lectern at the front of the room. Excellent spaces for meetings, lectures, receptions, meals, and as conference breakout rooms. Terrace access is available just outside of these rooms.
Group | No Food | Food |
---|---|---|
U-M Student Organizations | No Charge | $23 |
University Departments and Programs | $139 | $216 |
Non-university Organizations | $257 | $426 |
Room use rates are reviewed annually and are subject to change.
Seating Capacity
Setup Type | Max Capacity |
---|---|
Classroom Style | 24 |
Cleared Room | 50 |
Hollow Square | 32 |
Lecture Style without Reception | 50 |
Lecture Style with Reception | 50 |
Reception | 50 |
Rounds with 6 chairs | 36 |
Rounds with 8 chairs | 48 |
U-Shaped | 24 |
Equipment Available
- Ethernet Access
- Video Projector
- Slide Projector
- Document Camera
- DVD Player
- VCR
- CD Player
- Cassette Player
- Permanent Projection Screen
- Speaker phone (for campus, local, or calling card calls)
- Archival audio recording capabilities
Other Amenities
- New drapes
- Solar shades for light control
- New custom designed carpet
- Refurbished light fixtures
- New sound System
Room Limitations
- Per State of Michigan Fire Law the capacity of this room is limited to 50 for all events
- Perimeter furniture must remain in room
U-M Student Organizations
If a student organization fails to cancel a room reservation at least 14 days prior to the scheduled event (45 days for the Amphitheatre and/or Assembly Hall), the group will be charged for the University Department No Food rate.