Rates for University Departments
Room Rates
Room rentals do not include audio/video rates. See below for a complete list of audio/video rates.
| Coffman Union Facilities | 0-5 hours | Each Additional Hour |
|---|---|---|
| Conference Rooms | $75.00 | $15.00 / hour |
| Board Room | $75.00 | $15.00 / hour |
| Mississippi Room | $300.00 | $60.00 / hour |
| Great Hall with Annex (0-8 hours) | $800.00 | $100.00 / hour |
| Riverbend Plaza | $75.00 | $15.00 / hour |
| Front Plaza | $75.00 | $15.00 / hour |
| President's Room | $150.00 | $30.00 / hour |
| Fountain Terrace | $300.00 | $60.00 / hour |
| Theatre with Annex | $400.00 | $80.00 / hour |
| The Whole | $150.00 | $30.00 / hour |
| Contact Tables (flat rate) |
$50.00 | |
| Display Cases (one week minimum) |
$25.00 / week | |
| St. Paul Student Center Facilities | 0-5 hours | Each Additional Hour |
|---|---|---|
| Conference Rooms | $25.00 | $5.00 / hour |
| MN Commons | $75.00 | $15.00 / hour |
| Cherrywood Room | $100.00 | $20.00 / hour |
| Dexter Room | $25.00 | $5.00 / hour |
| Harvest Room | $75.00 | $15.00 / hour |
| North Star Ballroom (0-8 hours) | $500.00 | $62.50 / hour |
| With NSB Patio (0-8 hours) | $580.00 | $78.50 / hour |
| Theater | $250.00 | $50.00 / hour |
| Rehearsal Rate with Performance Package | $125.00 | $25.00 / hour |
| Terrace | $250.00 | $50.00 / hour |
| Terrace North | $125.00 | $25.00 / hour |
| Terrace South | $125.00 | $25.00 / hour |
| Garden Terrace | $75.00 | $15.00 / hour |
| Paul Whitney Larson Gallery | $75.00 | $15.00 / hour |
| Larson Gallery Lounge | $50.00 | $10.00 / hour |
| Underground Lounge | $75.00 | $15.00 / hour |
| Contact Tables (flat rate) |
$15.00 | |
| Display Cases (one week minimum) |
$25.00 / week | |
Event Staffing
Certain events may require the use of our event staff at the rates listed below. All staff costs are assessed for a minimum of 4 hours, except where otherwise noted. Please contact (612) 624-9954 or (612) 624-0936 if you have a question regarding our staff policies.
| Event Staff | Hourly Rates |
|---|---|
| ID Checker | $12.00 |
| Police Officer (2 officers required, 3 hour minimum) | $77.00 |
| Event Supervision Staff | $12.00 |
| Technician (Minimum 2 Hours) | $25.00 |
| CMU Additional Building Hours | $75.00 |
| SPSC Additional Building Hours | $50.00 |
Audio/Video Packages
Student Unions & Activities offers four basic packages designed to meet the needs of the majority of our customers. See our A/V Tech Services for tech sheets on some of our larger venues. Inquiries should be directed to our A/V Manager at (612) 625-1966.
Please note MN State Sales Tax will be charged on all Audio/Video Equipment for student groups and guest reservations at the current rate of 7.775% in CMU and 7.125% in SPSC.
Basic Systems
| Package | Rate |
|---|---|
| Lecture Sound System | $20.00 |
| Basic sound system designed for voice amplification. System includes podium, microphones, amplifiers, and speakers. | |
| Presentation System | $140.00 |
| Includes data projector and the lecture sound system. Please note this system does not include laptop rental. | |
Advanced Systems
| Package | Rate |
|---|---|
| Concert Sound System | $140.00 + $25 / hour* |
| Designed to amplify musical performances and more complicated events. Includes microphones, amplifiers, speakers, mixers, and monitors.
*SUA technician required. |
|
Miscellaneous Equipment
| Equipment | Rate |
|---|---|
| Built-in Data Projector | $120.00 |
| Portable Projector/Flat Panel Tv | $120.00 |
| Wireless Microphone | $40.00 |
| Conference Call Unit | $40.00 |
A/V Personnel
| Personnel | Rate |
|---|---|
| SUA Technician | $25.00 / hour* |
| *All events with a technician require a minimum of 2 hours for set-up and take down. | |