Marquette Place Use Guidelines

Alumni Memorial Union Marquette Place Programming

The AMU Marquette Place is a visible, high traffic area, making it an ideal location to host an event. When using this space for programming, please adhere to the guidelines described below.

University Departments, recognized and approved Student Organizations, as well as approved off campus users may utilize the Marquette Place space. Student Organizations must have prior approval of the event from the AMU Student Engagement Office 10 working days prior to the event day. All requests for this space, as well as all event details, must be approved by and planned with a full-time event coordinator in the Alumni Memorial Union Event Services Office. Customers will be provided with a writing confirmation to confirm their reservation for this space.

Approval for use of the Marquette Place will be considered on a per event basis in consultation with AMU leadership, and may be limited to events beginning after 6:00 p.m. on Fridays and all day Saturday and Sunday until 6:00 p.m.

Guidelines for ALL Marquette Place Programming/Events

  • Up to six (6) stage risers (note: each riser is six feet by eight feet). This would allow for no more than eight people dancing or a 20-25 member chorus
  • Use of Space MUST be reserved no later than 10 working days from the event day to ensure space, staff, and equipment availability.

Guidelines During Regular Business Hours

  • Generally, the Marquette Place serving area regular business operating hours are Monday through Friday 7:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. The seating area is open during regular AMU buidling hours.
  • Set up of the event must not interfere with operating hours and/or services provided by the Marquette Place Dining Services Staff.

Guidelines Outside of Regular Business Hours:

  • Programming outside of regular business hours will be defined as any programming occurring Friday after 6:00 p.m. and all day Saturday and Sunday before 6:00 p.m.
  • Generally, Marquette Place is not available for programming on evenings (Sunday through Thursday) as it used for study space.
  • Additional set up fees may apply. Please inquire with an AMU Event Coordinator for more details.