Reserve & Request Space | Student Center | SIU

ONLINE REQUESTS: For the quickest response, consider requesting space online!

RSOs & University Departments:

For small events or re-occurring meetings, EMS online scheduling may be the best option.  Online scheduling of space must occur more than two (2) business days before the desired meeting or event date.     

EMS Online Scheduling Access

EMS Online Scheduling Instructions & Account Creation

**Major event space can’t be scheduled via EMS online scheduling.  Major event space includes Ballrooms, Auditorium, Renaissance Room, International Lounge, and Old Main Room/Lounge.

Off-Campus Organizations, University Departments, Major Event Space, or RSOs:  

For larger events, events in major event spaces, or for anyone not sure where to start, complete the form below.   After processing, one of our Event Coordinators will connect with you to discuss event details. 

Student Center Event Space Request Form

Solicitation Space or Donation/Collection Box:

Wanting to have a table in the Student Center?  Looking for a place to potentially sell your products?  Needing a space to host a collection drive? We have great solicitation and donation space within the Student Center! 

Solicitation & Donation/Collection Box Request Form

OTHER OPTIONS:

• Email: studentcenterscheduling@siu.edu
• Phone: 618-536-6633
• In-Person: Visit us in the Student Center Administrative Office (2^nd Floor) between 8am – 4:30pm weekdays.

For simple, routine events/meetings, average approval time is typically two (2) business days.  A request does not guarantee a confirmation.  Please do not start advertising your meeting/event until you have received a confirmed reservation from the Event Services office. 

While you await approval, review our policies and deadlines:

• Registered Student Organization (RSO) Scheduling Policies
• University Department & Off-Campus Organization Scheduling Policies
• Catering Policy
• Small/Pre-Packaged Food Policy
• Solicitation Policy
• Donation/Collection Box Policy

Hooray!  You have received approval for your event or meeting in the Student Center.  Depending on the complexity of the event, your Event Coordinator may send you the “Student Center Event Space Details” form.  It’s imperative this form is completed in its entirety. 

Also – it’s important to review all guidelines that pertain to your event.  It’s the customer’s responsibility to ensure deadlines are met and policies are followed.

• Registered Student Organization (RSO) Scheduling Policies
• University Department & Off-Campus Organization Scheduling Policies
• Catering Policy
• Small/Pre-Packaged Food Policy
• Solicitation Policy
• Donation/Collection Box Policy