We understand how much work it takes to execute a successful event to reach your goals, and we are here to make the entire process as easy as possible. By booking your next event at Seattle University, you will receive a dedicated event coordinator to assist with nearly all event logistics, a broad range of available add-on services, intuitively designed event technology systems, efficient and customer-focused parking arrangements, and so much more—all at affordable rates.
Click around to learn more about external events at Seattle University. If you have any questions or are interested in our campus as a potential venue for your next program, please submit a request or send us an email at rooms@seattleu.edu. We would love to hear from you!
External events are programs primarily created, organized, and led by external organizations or companies. If you work with an external organization or company, and you are looking for a venue for an upcoming program, you have come to the right place! For events being planned by an external organization in collaboration with a recognized Seattle University entity, please contact us to discuss how we can best support your program.
If you are an internal, Seattle University affiliate (student, staff, or faculty), and you are planning a program as part of your affiliation with the university, please visit our Internal Events page.
Seattle University is a great draw for the community. The university has hosted Destination Science day camps for over 8 summers for children ages 5-11. The rooms are spacious and the staff are very friendly and helpful. We look forward to returning year after year.
N. Conway, Director Destination ScienceWe host a large yearly festival at Seattle University that has a million moving parts and pieces and takes over most of the campus. CES and specifically Chris Lindsey have helped us shape and navigate this from the very beginning, growing it and making it better every year. It's not hyperbole to say that there is no way we could put this on without them, and they have been amazing partners throughout this entire journey.
Andrea O'Meara, Manager of Events Cascade Public MediaExcellent classrooms with top-notch technology, outstanding customer service from Chris and the team, and delicious lunches from Emerald Plate Catering!
John Sturtevant, Owner Sturtevant Communication Skills TrainingWe have used SU for a number of years to hold leadership conferences. The campus is beautiful, the buildings are elegant and the rooms have been very comfortable for our groups of 40+. I highly recommend the venue and the [CES] team.
Patrick O'Neill, President Extraordinary ConversationsWe are thankful to Seattle University and for CES. The professionalism and competence of CES and its outstanding service contributed in no small measure to the success of our program, both by making the hosting process and booking smooth for us and by offering the comfortable learning environment that our students need.
Giuseppe Tassone, Language Program Director Dante Alighieri Society of Washington StateWe feel so lucky to have worked with CES to run our programs at Seattle University's campus. Our program relies on having multiple classrooms available each week, and CES has been extremely helpful with communicating room layouts and capacities, and making adjustments to our bookings depending on the specific needs of our programming. CES staff communicate with us clearly and in a timely manner and are always willing to work with to accommodate our needs!
Melissa Hendershott, President Minds Matter SeattleWe have been working with SU CES for the past 10 years to coordinate our annual Lushootseed Language Conference and we have always received a high quality of customer service. Particularly in the last few years, prior to the pandemic, the events coordinator was very helpful and extremely supportive, helping to ensure we had a successful event.
Jill LaPointe, Director Lushootseed Research
Our current rental rates for all our available facilities are listed below, sorted by venue type. All rates include setup and teardown of standard event equipment -- along with the equipment itself -- and logistical support from a professional event coordinator. Additional charges may apply for additional services. Note that the capacities listed are the maximum and actual capacity may be less for your event.
| Venue Name | Building Name | Maximum Capacity | Half-Day (0 - 4 Hours) | Full-Day (4+ Hours) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boeing Room* | Lemieux Library and McGoldrick Commons | 140 | $290.00 | $390.00 |
| Campion Ballroom | Campion Hall | 700 | $1,900.00 | $1,900.00 |
| Casey Commons | Casey Building | 60 | $240.00 | $340.00 |
| Fr. LeRoux Conference Center* | Student Center | 220 | $620.00 | $845.00 |
| Stuart T. Rolfe Community Room* | Advancement and Alumni Building | 60 | $240.00 | $340.00 |
| Student Center 130* | Student Center | 60 | $220.00 | $275.00 |
| Student Center 210* | Student Center | 60 | $220.00 | $275.00 |
| *Restricted to 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations | ||||
| Venue Name | Building Name | Maximum Capacity | Half-Day (0 - 4 Hours) | Full-Day (4+ Hours) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casey Atrium & Patio | Casey Building | 80 | $220.00 | $275.00 |
| Engineering Gallery | Engineering Building | 80 | $220.00 | $275.00 |
| PACCAR Atrium | Pigott Building | 200 | $440.00 | $600.00 |
| Venue Name | Building Name | Maximum Capacity | Half-Day (0 - 4 Hours) | Full-Day (4+ Hours) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bannan Auditorium | Bannan Building | 84 | $150.00 | $185.00 |
| Pigott Auditorium | Pigott Building | 418 | $600.00 | $845.00 |
| Wyckoff Auditorium | Engineering Building |
98 | $290.00 | $390.00 |
| Venue Name | Half-Day (0 - 4 Hours) | Full-Day (4+ Hours) |
|---|---|---|
| Campion Tea Garden | $360.00 | $505.00 |
| Quadrangle | Contact for pricing | |
| Building Name | Capacity | Half-Day (0 - 4 Hours) | Full-Day (4+ Hours) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Administration Building | 18 - 35 | $95.00 | $125.00 |
| 36 - 56 | $120.00 | $155.00 | |
| Bannan Building | 24 | $95.00 | $125.00 |
| 82 | $120.00 | $155.00 | |
| Chardin Hall* | 24 | $110.00 | $145.00 |
| 40 - 52 | $150.00 | $185.00 | |
| Fine Arts Building | 20 - 28 | $110.00 | $145.00 |
| Garrand Building | 20 | $110.00 | $145.00 |
| 30 - 42 | $150.00 | $185.00 | |
| Harding Building | 70 | $220.00 | $275.00 |
| Hunthausen Hall | 24 - 30 | $150.00 | $185.00 |
| Pigott Building | 24 - 35 | $110.00 | $145.00 |
| 36 - 48 | $150.00 | $185.00 | |
| 49 - 72 | $180.00 | $235.00 |
*Restricted to 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations
| Venue Name | Capacity | Half-Day (0 - 4 Hours) | Full-Day (4+ Hours) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Casey 220, 520 | 10 | $80.00 | $105.00 |
| Casey 515, 525 | 20 | $165.00 | $200.00 |
| Chardin 124, 138* | 10 - 15 | $80.00 | $105.00 |
| Garrand 314 | 9 | $80.00 | $105.00 |
| Hunthausen 150, 160 | 11-15 | $80.00 | $105.00 |
*Restricted to 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations
Seattle University offers state-of-the-art technology in venues across campus. Choose from a pre-built, venue-specific technology package or create your own custom request from our many à la carte options. All rates include equipment setup and a brief consult with a technician prior to your event beginning to ensure your needs are met.
| Technology Package | Description | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Boeing Room | Includes one computer, three screens, three projectors, one podium microphone, two wireless microphones, and house sound. | $220.00 |
| Campion Ballroom #1 | Includes one computer, one screen, one projector, three wireless microphones, and house sound. | $365.00 |
| Campion Ballroom #2 | Includes one computer, two screens, two projectors, six wireless microphones, and house sound. | $465.00 |
| Casey Commons | Includes one computer, three flat screen displays, and house sound. | $165.00 |
| Classrooms | Includes one computer, one screen, one projector, and house sound for computer audio. | $130.00 |
| Fr. LeRoux Conference Center | Includes one computer, one projector, one screen, one podium microphone, two wireless microphones, and house sound. | $220.00 |
| Pigott Auditorium | Includes one computer, one projector, one screen, one podium microphone, two wireless microphones, and house sound. | $220.00 |
| Standard In-Room Equipment | Includes one computer, one screen, one projector, and house sound for computer audio. Available in select venues with existing built-in technology. | $130.00 |
| Wyckoff Auditorium | Includes one computer, one screen, one projector, one wireless microphone, and house sound. | $165.00 |
| Equipment | Description | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Sound System | Includes one speaker and one wireless microphone | $105.00 |
| Additional Speaker | $85.00 | |
| Wireless Microphone | $42.00 | |
| Lavalier Microphone | $42.00 | |
| Media Cart and Screen | Includes one computer, one projector, and one screen | $130.00 |
| Media Cart | Includes one computer and one projector | $85.00 |
| Projection Screen | $65.00 | |
| Projector | $65.00 | |
| Basic Video Conferencing | Includes one USB microphone and one webcam | $35.00 |
| Video Recording | Includes one camera, one tripod, and one DVD copy | $125.00 |
| On-Site AV Technician | Includes one technician to support university-owned equipment. Technicians are unable to advance slides or perform cues. | $30.00/hour |