Special Events

UMD's Conferencing and Function Office is available to help plan and implement most on-campus events. They can:

• help book a space
• provide access to technical support
• provide access to catering
• provide access to beverage services
• provide access to security services

Gain assistance planning and conducting on-campus through the Conference and Events Coordinator, Elizabeth Martin (X8143).

Scheduling Spaces

If you want to use a room during the academic semester for a specific event (whether instruction related or not), contact Colleen Wetterland (X8614) of the Registrar's Office for assistance and information about availability.

To schedule an event in the Library Browsing Area, contact Diane Gomes at x8879.

To request Audio/Visual equipment for a current room, please contact the Scheduling Desk at x8688. This line goes directly to voicemail, so to order equipment, you must leave a message.
For more information regarding Audio/Visual equipment and standards please visit http://www.lib.umassd.edu/policies/av.html.

Technical
For information about Technical Equipment and/or Tehnical Support visit http://www.umassd.edu/campusservices/technical.cfm

Hotels

Make sure your out-of-town guest speaker has a comfortable, close-by place to stay.
The following hotels accept UMass purchase orders.

Residence Inn by Marriott International:

Contacts (Sales Department):
(508) 984-5858
Keri L. FitzGerald (Director of Sales) ext. 174
E-Mail: Keri@residenceinn-ma.com

Monica Gouin (Sales Coordinator) ext. 173
E-Mail: monicag@residenceinn-ma.com

Guest Room Amenities/Facilities and Services:

• Oversized studio
  • one or two bedroom suites including separate living and sleeping areas
• Fully equipped kitchen with full-size appliances
• Free High Speed Internet Access in every room
• Hairdryer, iron and ironing boards
• Complimentary hot buffet breakfast every morning
• Complimentary Manager's Reception (Mon-Thurs)
• Indoor Heated Pool and whirlpool
• Exercise room
• Laundry facility (coin-operated)
• 24 hour convenience store on premises with ATM
• Meeting Room available for groups up to 50 people
• Pet friendly (with fee).

Comfort Inn:

Contact (Sales Department):
(508) 441-5268
Keri L. FitzGerald (Director of Sales)
E-Mail: Keri@comfortinndartmouth.com

Guest Room Amenities/Facilities and Services:

• Spacious guestrooms
  • 2 double beds, King or Queen beds (with sofa bed pullout)
• Free High Speed Internet Access
• Hairdryer, iron and ironing boards, coffee makers in every room
• Complimentary breakfast every morning
• Outdoor Pool (seasonal)
• Free admission to Bally's Full Fitness Gym
• Laundry Service available
• Pet friendly (with fee).

Publicity

Don't forget to publicize your event. Get the Word Out!