Find the policies that govern activities on the UW-Whitewater campus.
Room, Space & Equipment Requests
UC Building Operations is here to help make your event a success.
Whether you’re hosting a student organization meeting, planning a large campus event, or celebrating a special occasion, our team is ready to assist. We coordinate room reservations within the University Center and across campus, ensuring that your space, setup, and technology needs are met.
From projectors and microphones to complex audio-visual setups, we’ll handle the details so you can focus on creating a successful event experience.
Make a Reservation Today
Use the link below to review available spaces, read our policies, and submit your room request.
Reservation Criteria
Attendance and Space Fit
Events must be appropriate in size and scope for the requested facility.
Student Organization Preference
Registered student groups receive priority when reserving University Center spaces.
Catered Events Priority
Events with catering receive first consideration in designated dining areas.
Technical Needs
Events requiring significant audio/visual or production support are prioritized in spaces equipped for those needs.
Campus-Wide Impact
Recurring events that support student engagement, recruitment, or institutional initiatives are given scheduling preference.
Historical Use
Groups are evaluated based on past event history, including request changes, cancellations, no-shows, facility condition after use, and adherence to UC policies.
Reservation Request Periods
Room requests are accepted during specific reservation request periods each semester to ensure equitable access to campus spaces.
- Spring Semester Reservations: Open during the fall semester.
- Summer and Fall Semester Reservations: Open during the spring semester.
Requests received outside of these designated periods will be held until the appropriate request window opens. However, room requests for events occurring within the current semester may still be accepted pending room availability.
Priority scheduling is given to recurring campus programs, student organization events, and university-sponsored activities.
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Campus Policies
If your event is held during regular business hours and you are a recognized student organization or department on campus, there is no charge for custodial and student building managers. Otherwise, the customer will be billed for this labor in accordance with our meeting room specifications and prices.
Sponsor/User understands that no glitter, confetti, small Mylar cutouts, etc, or candles are to be used and taping/tacking to walls within the University Center is prohibited. Furthermore, no painting, use of liquid ink/dye, or glue will be allowed in rooms without prior approval of UC Reservations or an Event Advisor. If displays or signage are needed, talk with the Reservations Office to arrange a plan to execute. The room/area should be left in the same condition as it was found. Any evidence of use of the aforementioned items may result in charges to the group/department. Please distribute information to those assisting with events as well.
Parking permits are required on campus lots and may be purchased at the Visitor & Parking Services, 826 Starin Road or by calling (262) 472-1011. For the most up-to-date information about parking on campus, please visit: UW-Whitewater parking website.
Visitor and Guest parking permits are issued for periods of 24 hours. The cost is $5.00 per/day. These permits are issued for periods not to exceed one week. Permits may be purchased in advance from the Parking Services Office. Vehicles arriving after Parking Services office hours may obtain a permit from the vending machine located in the Visitor Center service drive.
All events and activities in the University Center must abide by campus alcohol policies. Alcoholic beverages may be served on a catered basis. Alcoholic beverages must stay in the beverage serving areas. Both open and cash bars are available through catering. Click the following for the campus Alcohol Beverage Policy.
Smoking is not allowed in the University Center. Smoking areas are available outside building entrances, 25 feet away from the building.
Though we are committed to ane ensuring of free speect, there are general guidance to UW- Whitewater’s community (students, faculty, staff, families, alumni and our governing bodies) concerning our response to protests and demonstrations consistent with our shared priorities and institutional values.
Any group or individual wishing to conduct a potluck on campus are required to follow the guidelines outlined in this policy.
There are several policies that apply to any individual or organization wishing to sell things on campus.
Any UW-Whitewater student organization that wish to show a movie on campus will need to follow the guidelines in the policy.
Any UW-Whitewater student organization that wish to show a movie on campus will need to follow the guidelines in the policy.
If you are holding an event that will include catering, this policy is important to understand.
If your Student Organization or University Department is holding an event, these are the policies that you will need to be aware of.
Find the specific policies that apply for usage of the University Center facilities.
Setting up a table in the UC is a great way to interact with students and everyone else on campus!
With as many people as there are going through the UC every day, it's a great place to advertise. Whether for student organizations, events, or campus departments, reach the UW-Whitewater community at the UC.
Contact Building Operations
Office Hours:
Monday-Friday: 8:00 am-4:30 pm
Saturday & Sunday: Closed
(262) 472-1175
For immediate technical assistance, please call a UC Building Manager at (262) 472-1439
University Center Rm. 253
190 Hamilton Green Way
Whitewater, WI 53190
