Scheduling & Event Services

Grand Ballroom

Dimensions: 74' x 141'
Theater/Classroom: 1100
Workshop: 875
Conference/Open Square: various
Meals (Rounds of 8): 560

WIU Reservation Rate: $250
Non-WIU Reservation Rate: $300

Additional Fee Details

  • Registered student organizations are not charged for space for meetings or events that involve public, WIU students, faculty, and staff unless admission or participant fees (including donations) are charged or the event has non-WIU sponsorship.
  • University departments will be charged the WIU rate for space rental for events where admission or participant fees (including donations) are charged and/or event includes off-campus participants.
  • All wedding receptions are charged a $300 room rental fee regardless of room rental.
  • Room rental rates include setup of chairs, tables, stage.
  • Additional charges for equipment rental or labor may be made for excessive setup requests.
  • Room rental charges are for full days or any portion of time between 8 a.m. - close.
  • Discounts may apply to groups using multiple rooms. Contact Scheduling & Event Services at 309-298-2421 for details.

A crowded conference hall with attendees seated and a speaker on stage under a projected image and text.

A round dining table set with plates, pink and purple napkins, glasses, and a vase of flowers under purple lighting.

A banquet hall with purple lighting and tables set for an event.