MU Event Spaces

MU South Patio and Smith Room

Please contact the Student Unions Event Venue Manager at 530-752-7282 or at [email protected] to discuss your upcoming event, to receive more information about the event spaces.

If you are planning a time-sensitive event where advanced planning was not possible (e.g. vigils, memorials, protests to recent events) please reach out to Jose Napoles, [email protected], who may be able to assist you with securing a reservation.

Reserving the Space

All event reservations must be made through Conference and Event Services (CES). The reservation process is dependent on if you are an On-Campus Client, Registered Student Organization (RSO), or Off-Campus Client. Please follow the appropriate instructions on how to reserve the Divisional Operations facilities on the CES website or as outlined below.

The Divisional Operations Event Venue Managers do not oversee the CES website or the event reservation form. All questions regarding the event reservation form should be directed to [email protected] for On-Campus Clients and RSO's or [email protected] for Off-Campus Clients.

Changes or cancellations must be submitted through this form or submitted in writing via e-mail to [email protected]. It is the client's responsibility to know the cancellation policies that go into effect upon entering a reservation. More information on cancellation fees and exceptions can be found on each facility's Facility Use Guidelines page.

Reaching out to the Facility Manager

Once your reservation is placed, please reach out to the Memorial Union facility manager to receive a cost estimate and finalize any additional needs for your reservation. Additional needs include, access to power, a table and chair setup, and speakers.

• Facility Manager Contact Information
  • Brianna Torres, 530-752-7282
  • [email protected] (preferred)

Rental Rates

Rental Rates for On-Campus Clients can be found on the CES website and reflect facility rental only. Additional charges may apply for staffing, audiovisual equipment, facility attendants, reservations outside building hours, etc. Rates listed are subject to change at any time without notice. Please reach out to the facility manager, Brianna Torres at [email protected], for an estimate specific to your event.

Audio-Visual & Equipment Rentals

The Memorial Union provides basic needs in terms of in-house audio-visual equipment, which must be arranged at least 2 business days prior to the event with the MU Event Venue Manager. The audio-visual equipment is available for an additional fee.

Memorial Union Meeting Room Amenities:
- Built-in LCD screen with sound
- Supports HDMI display connections

Memorial Union South Patio Amenities:
- Power access and setup
- Up to (2) speakers on stands with (2) wireless mics and aux cable. 
- Folding tables and chairs (limited quantity) 

Sound Permits

Campus policy requires a sound permit for any outdoor amplified sound. If you plan to have sound at your event, you must apply for a sound permit here. 

Pie-in-the-face Fundraisers (South Patio)

If you are hosting a "Pie-in-the-Face" Fundraising event, please follow the guidelines below:
         - Pie-in-the-face fundraisers are not permitted at the MU tables. Instead, reserve the MU South Patio. 
         - Submit an Application to Raise funds with CSI.
         - Use shaving cream rather than whipped cream, as whipped cream needs to be kept chilled.
         - Provide safety goggles for participants.
         - Have participants who are getting pied in the face sign a waiver.
         - Use paper plates.
         - Must place a tarp or trash bags on the ground to keep the area clean and slip-free.