You will work side by side with a professional event manager to ensure your space is prepared and all arrangements are handled according to your specifications. An event managment staff member will be at your event the entire time to make sure all runs smoothly. The Conference and Facility Services staff takes pride in customer service and provides each client with unique and incomparable service. As soon as you enter your event, all the preparation before hand will be complete and to your satisfaction.
Room Arrangements
Our event management staff would be more then glad to recommend a room set-up based upon your indivuals needs. For examples on how rooms can be set-up, please click here.
A/V and Technologies
CFS takes pride in providing up to date technology and audio visual equipment for our clients. The Charles L Sewall Center has wireless internet throughout the entire building. Many of our rooms are equipped with house sound systems; in addition we have portable sound systems that can be utilized. There are cable TV, ethernet and phone connections available in many locations. For presentations we utilize smart-carts which include an LCD projector, resident computer, DVD/ VHS player, speakers, with the ability to connect auxiliary components. In addition we also can provide flip charts, easels, podiums, overhead projectors, and microphones. For a complete listing please contact us directly. If we do not have the equipment needed for your event, we will work with you to get it.
Registration Services
Computerized registration, badging, and attendee lists can be entered in advance or during event. Please inform us if you need assistance in collecting tickets or staffing registration and information tables.
Professional Staff
Our professional staff works year round for the Conference and Facility Services Department. All professional event staff have a minum of a bachelors degree, with most having a master's degree. Along side our Event Managers we have a crew of Event Assistants that are comprised of RMU students and area interns. Our event staff aims at molding our operation and facility so that your event is an extension of your organization. During events, there is an onsite staff memeber to assist with any last minute needs. Our attention to detail is phenomenal.
Overnight Accommodations & Travel Directions
Several of the major hotels/motels are located nearby, less than five minutes away from the University. We can also provide Campus Maps and Directions.
During the summer months, we can utlize RMU Campus housing for groups. Please contact the Sales Department to look at availability and pricing. For more information on campus housing click here.
For Hotel accomadations please visit our partner hotel's websites
Holiday Inn Pittsburgh Airport
Hampton Inn Pittsburgh Airport
Menu Selection & Guarantee
RMU Dining Service has a qualified staff, dedicated to providing excellent food and service. If you are unsure as to menu specifics for your special event, they are pleased to put their expertise at your disposal. After you have reserved a room through Conference and Facility Services, if you have catering specific questions please contact the Catering Director. To view our catering guide book please click here.
RMU Dining Service offers a wide variety of linen colors with beautiful coordinating centerpieces of fresh flowers. *(May require modest fee).
Tax is 7% and will be added to all applicable accounts. If an organization is tax exempt, CFS must be provided with the Tax Exempt Certificate. In addition, a gratuity of 17% will be charged on food and beverage service.
FAQ's
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