Student Organizations

Alumni Memorial Union Facilities

General Pool Classroom paces are available for use by university departments and registered student organizations for non academic functions many of which are smart room capable.

A select number of restricted academic spaces are also available for campus use. Restricted spaces are Approved for use by the individual college/department housed in that building.

To make a reservation, call us at (414) 288-7202 or stop by room 245 of the the Alumni Memorial Union Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. A select amount of spaces can be reserved online.

The process for reserving Alumni Memorial Union facilities and academic space for non academic functions for student organizations is coordinated through the AMU Event Services Office. To make a reservation, call us at (414) 288-7202 or stop by room 245 of the the Alumni Memorial Union, Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. A select amount of spaces can be reserved online.

Your reservation remains tentative until you provide us with all setup information and obtain any necessary approvals. As soon as you do, we will send you a written confirmation. All reservations are subject to university operating and rental policies.

Once space is reserved, student organizations must have their event registered with the Office of Student Development. Please submit your registration request with AMU Student Engagement

For events that involve a fee, student organizations will be billed post event with payment being due within 15 days of the invoice date. Payment can be received in cash, check or credit card.

To ensure space availability, make your reservation early. Reservations are subject to space, room and equipment availability. Room assignments are subject to change.

Whenever possible, observe the following minimum guidelines:

Event/meeting needs	Lead time
Minor setup required	Two working days
Food service menu requirements	10 working days
Custom Menu Requests	15 working days
Guest Count Guarantee	Five working days
Ballroom, Weasler, Marquette Place, Varsity or major building areas	10 working days
Technical or non-technical personnel required including all program scripts, presentations, etc.	10 working days
Beyond stated operating hours	30 days (and approval of AMU director or designee)
Outdoor areas, rain sites	10 working days

If you must cancel, please let us know as soon as possible so your space can be made available for another group's use.

The Alumni Memorial Union Event Services team is available to assist with all of your room, equipment and catering needs. Sodexo Dining Services is the preferred provider for catering at Marquette University. We invite you to visit the Catering site to view the MCity Catering Guide which has been designed with student organizations in mind.

To ensure the success of your event the following guide should be followed:

Catering needs	Lead time
Food service menu requirements	10 working days
Custom Menu Requests	15 working days
Guest Count Guarantee	Five working days

Alumni Memorial Union Event Services Office
(414) 288-7202
AMU, room 245

Or contact your assigned Event Coordinator.

Alumni Memorial Union 2nd Floor Use Guidelines

Alumni Memorial Union Marquette Place Use Guidelines

Alumni Memorial Union Posting and Publicity Guidelines

Alumni Memorial Union Space Request & Facilities Usage Policy

Campus Food Provider Guidelines

Cancellation Policy

Dance Policy

Days and Hours of Student Activities

Food Truck Guidelines

General Pool Space Use Guidelines

Guidelines for Determining Marquette University Facility Usage

Marquette University Demonstration Policy

Practice Space and Show Policy

   >  Student Show Request Form

Student Organization policies

Student Development Policies & Procedures (Office of Engagement and Inclusion)

BBJ Linen is a preferred supplier of Sodexo Dining Services linens, chair ties, etc. While their website will provide you with the options available please know that additional service charges and ordering deadlines will apply.

Canopies Events With Distinction is one provider that AMU Event Services uses for tent, table, chair, etc. rental. Please work with your primary Event Coordinator to select items that are best suited for your event.

Event Checklist

Alumni Memorial Union Feedback Form

Food and Beverage Planning Tips

Food Waiver for Student Organizations Providing Their Own Food

Sodexo Catering Fund

To maintain compliance with Marquette’s tax-exempt status, event organizers are required to read Marquette’s speaker statement (below) at events that include a guest speaker, we ask that you, or an alternative university representative read the statement. 

The 500-year tradition of Jesuit education is grounded in the search for truth, the discovery of knowledge and the sharing of diverse viewpoints. As an institution of higher education in the Catholic, Jesuit tradition, Marquette University is committed to freedom of expression and open inquiry, deliberation and debate. The views expressed here today are those solely of the speaker and not of Marquette University. The use of Marquette’s facilities does not constitute an endorsement of the views expressed. Marquette University does not endorse any candidate for public office, political party, or referendum matters and no fundraising for these activities can take place at this event.