Venues

Event Spaces

FOSS CENTER

Hoversten Chapel
The Hoversten Chapel is a multi-denominational facility that can seat up to 650 guests theater style. The multi-use space is perfect for weddings, lectures, presentations or general sessions.  The pre-function (Arnold Atrium) space just outside of the main entrance is perfect for pre-event registration or mid-mee

ting breaks. Three large dividers separate the concourse from the main chapel space. The concourse can be used as a breakout space, as a standalone event space, or additional seating for the chapel. The chapel also features an organ and 9′ Steinway grand piano.

  • Built in large concert audio system
  • In-room data projector and screen
  • In-room PC
  • Additional services available at request. Please see the Technical Services page

 

Ailene Cole Green Room

The Ailene Cole Green Room is the perfect space for a small reception or gathering of approximately 30-40 people.  The room features a full wall of mirrors, an attached small kitchen and beautiful hardwood floors.

Technology:

  • Television
  • Other technology by request

MUSIC BUILDING

Sateren Auditorium

Sateren AuditoriumSateren Auditorium is a stadium seating auditorium that can seat up to 224 guests theater style.  The space features:

  • A large performance stage
  • Acoustically treated walls and ceilings
  • Lighting and sound controls
  • A beautiful Steinway 9′ grand piano

There is also a small foyer outside of the auditorium that is usable for pre-event registration or for an intermission/break.

Technology:

  • Fully wired for microphone use
  • In-room data projector and screen
  • Additional services available at request. See the Technical Services page for more details

CHRISTENSEN CENTER

Commons

Able to accommodate 400 banquet style (including the East Commons). The Commons doubles as the cafeteria for the college and so availability is dependent on student meal plans. The air-wall connecting the east commons can be removed for additional seating or event space. Pipe and drape partitions are also available to accommodate small to large banquet groups. Staging, event decor, and specialty linen options available.

Technology:

  • Fully wired for microphone use
  • Full sound and lighting options available with adequate notice
  • Data projector and screen capabilities
  • Additional services available at request. See the Technical Services page for more information

East Commons

Located on the 2nd level of the Christensen Center, the East Commons can accommodate up to 100 people banquet style.

Technology:

  • Fully wired for microphone use
  • Full sound and lighting options available with adequate notice
  • In-room data projector and screen
  • In-room PC with wireless mouse and keyboard
  • Additional services available at request. See the Technical Services page for more information

Meeting Rooms:

Cedar Room

Located on the 2nd level of the Christensen Center, the Cedar Room can accommodate up to 15 people boardroom style.

Technology:

  • In-room data projector and screen capabilities
  • In-room PC with wireless mouse and keyboard
  • Conference phone

Riverside Room

Located on the 2nd level of the Christensen Center, the Riverside Room can accommodate up to 25 people in a hollow square style.

Technology:

  • In-room data projector and screen
  • In-room PC with wireless mouse and keyboard
  • Conference phone

Augsburg Room

Located on the 2nd level of the Christensen Center, the Augsburg Room can accommodate up to 30 people.

Technology:

  • Data projector and screen available by request

Marshall Room

Located on the 1st level of the Christensen Center, the Marshall Room can accommodate up to 56 people banquet style, 50 people theater style, or 30 people in a hollow square.

Technology:

  • In-room data projector and screen
  • In-room PC with webcam
  • Up two 3 microphones (1 built in, 2 by request)

SI MELBY HALL

Si Melby Hall

Si Melby Hall is the gymnasium at Augsburg University.

With bleachers used on both sides, capacity for the gymnasium is approximately 2,000, if floor seating is used, capacity increases to roughly 2,750. If only one set of bleachers is needed, the north-side bleachers are pulled out for a capacity of about 1,000, with two courts available for event use.

Technology:

  • Fully wired for microphone use
  • Full sound and lighting options available with adequate notice
  • Data projector and screen capabilities
  • Additional services available at request. See the Technical Services page for more details

KENNEDY 303/305

Kennedy 303/305

Primarily used as two separate classrooms, Kennedy 303 and Kennedy 305 can be used as two separate spaces (seating for 30), or the air-wall can be pulled to utilize them as one large room with seating for 60 classroom style or 80 people banquet style.

Located on the upper level of the Kennedy Center, Kennedy 303/305 overlooks the Edor Nelson Field and is equipped with full audio and video technology. The classrooms feature wheeled tables and chairs making for easy conversion for a variety of uses, from classes to special events.

Technology:

  • Fully wired for microphone use
  • Full sound and lighting options available with adequate notice
  • In-room data projector and screens on both ends
  • Additional services available at request

OREN GATEWAY CENTER

Oren Gateway 100 (Adeline Johnson Conference Room)

Located on the corner of 22nd Avenue and Riverside Avenue, the Oren Gateway Center is the Gateway to Augsburg University from the Cedar-Riverside neighborhood.  Oren Gateway 100 is a 32 person conference room located just inside the main entrance on the ground level.  T
Technology:

  • Fully wired for microphone use at the lectern
  • In-room data projector and screen
  • Additional services available at request.
  • Adjacent servery for ease of service during catered events

Oren Gateway 103

Oren Gateway 103 sits immediately behind Oren Gateway 100 and is a 14 person conference room. Ergonomic chairs and tables make this a great place for a small meeting.

Technology:

  • Conference phone
  • In-Room data projector and screen
  • In-room PC

 

 

Oren Gateway Center Lobby

The Oren Gateway Lobby is a public space that can also be utilized for sit down dinners, pre-function space, press conferences or other high visibility events.

Technology:

  • Full sound and lighting options available with adequate notice
  • Additional services available at request
  • Wired for conference phone use if requested

VARIOUS LOCATIONS

Classrooms

Various classrooms are located throughout campus, the majority of which seat approximately 25-30 people.  Most have easily movable furniture, built in whiteboards and data projectors.

Technology:

  • Technology varies from room to room, but most have an in-room data projector and screen available for use

 

Non-Traditional Event Spaces

  • Augsburg University also has non-traditional event spaces. These include outdoor locations such as the lawns, public areas like the Einstein area coffee shop and more. Contact the University Events office for more information.