Event Spaces
The Morris University Center, located at the center of Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, is a premier venue used by students, university departments and off-campus clients. Its convenient location and welcoming environment make the Morris University Center perfect for anything from small meetings to weddings. Our flexible spaces are perfect for any event, large or small, and the dedicated staff at Event Services will make planning a breeze.
Meridian Ballroom
At 11,868 square feet, the Meridian Ballroom is the Morris University Center’s largest venue. With its high ceilings, wood molding, wall accents and floor-to-ceiling windows, the Meridian Ballroom is an elegant venue ideal for a variety of large special events. This versatile space can be divided into two ballrooms and is equipped with its own green room, pre-function room, service kitchen and tech booth.
In-Room AV:
- Tech booth
- 3 projectors and screens
- LED lighting
- Basic lighting
- Profile spot lights
- Speakers
Cougar Lanes
Bowling and billiards may just be the fun that your event is looking for! Rent out a lane or table or even catch a few games of table tennis. Cougar Lanes will surely take your event to the top.
Board Room
This smaller conference room showcases portraits of University Center Board members dating back to 1963. It features a large window that overlooks the Engineering Building, Dunham Hall, Art and Design East, as well as Art and Design West and would be perfect for a small meeting or luncheon
Conference Center
The Conference Center features sophisticated light fixtures and two large walls of floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the Stratton Quad. Perfect for large receptions, parties, and conferences, this space is sure to impress your guests. Featuring air walls, the Conference Center is very versatile in that it can be transformed into three medium sized rooms.
In-Room AV:
- 3 projectors and screens
- Speakers
Goshen Lounge
At the heart of the Morris University Center lies the Goshen Lounge. Typically featuring soft seating, furniture can be removed and a wooden dance floor can placed in the sunken area, making it a perfect place for public events such as festivals, ceremonies, presentations or dances.
In-Room AV:
- Speakers
Hickory/Hackberry Room
The Hickory/Hackberry room is one of three rooms created by splitting up the Conference Center. This space features one wall of floor-to-ceiling windows and boasts proximity to an elevator and staircase.
In-Room AV:
- Projector and Screen
- Speakers
International Room
Featuring a gas fireplace and a full wall of floor-to-ceiling windows, this beautiful room is decorated to reflect the diverse culture found on campus. The International Room would be ideal for small to medium sized meetings or social events.
Madison & St. Clair Rooms
The Madison Room is one of two ballrooms created when the Meridian Ballroom is divided. This large space has access to a pre-function room and tech booth and would be perfect for conferences, banquets or large meetings.
In-Room AV:
- 1 projector and screen
- LED lighting
- Basic lighting
- Profile spot lights
- Speakers
As the other half of the Meridian Ballroom, the St. Clair Room has access to a green room and would be great for any large event or meeting
In-Room AV:
- 2 projectors and screens
- LED Lighting
- Basic Lighting
- Speakers
Magnolia Room
The Magnolia room is equipped with a large conference table with seating for 20 people and several comfortable arm chairs, making it an ideal space for smaller meetings or conferences.
In-Room AV:
- Wireless TV Connectivity
Maple/Dogwood Room
The Maple/Dogwood room is part of the Conference Center when it is split into thirds. This room in particular has 2 full walls of floor-to-ceiling windows, giving the room an airy and relaxed environment.
In-Room AV:
- Projector and Screen
- Speakers
Mississippi/Illinois Room
This medium sized venue boasts two full walls of floor-to-ceiling windows and can be divided into two smaller rooms. This space would be perfect for meetings, presentations, or small conferences.
The Mississippi Room makes up one of two rooms created by dividing the Mississippi/Illinoi Room. This room in particular has one full wall of floor-to-ceiling windows and would be ideal for small to medium sized meetings or social events.
Having two full walls of floor-to-ceiling windows, the Illinois Room makes up the second half of the Mississippi/Illinois Room. This comfortable space is a favorite for groups who enjoy a scenic view.
In-Room AV:
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Screen
Missouri Room
While smaller in size, this space feels open and airy due to having two walls of floor-to-ceiling windows. This room is perfect for small meetings or presentations.
In-Room AV:
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Screen
Oak/Redbud Room
The Oak/Redbud room makes up the center third of the Conference Center when split. This room features an entire wall of floor-to-ceiling windows and would be ideal for medium sized meetings or conferences.
In-Room AV:
- Projector and Screen
- Speakers
University Club & Restaurant
Open to the public for full-service dining during the day, the University Restaurant is available for large conferences, meetings and luncheons during weekends and weeknights. Two walls of floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the rooftop garden and a relaxing environment make this space perfect for events up to 150 people
Willow Room
This modern meeting space is equipped with classroom seating for 24 and is great for lectures, meetings or small conferences.
