ABOUT THE ALUMNI CENTER

Opened in 1989, the Alumni Center is a 25,000-square-foot showpiece facility that is one of the most magnificent buildings on the UConn Storrs Campus.

Dedicated on Homecoming Day 2001, the Alumni Center includes the Great Hall, Alumni Hall of Excellence, J. Robert Donnelly Husky Heritage Sports Museum, meeting rooms, alumni relations staff offices, and the Alumni Lounge.

 


RENTAL RATES

The Alumni Center’s stunning, state-of-the-art event and meeting spaces offer the ideal location for every social or business gathering.

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View our rental policies and guidelines.

  • Great Hall

     

    Rates

    UConn Departments and Organizations 

    Monday through Friday, 8AM to 9PM,  
    $300 for the first 4 hours and $50 for each hour after that.
    Saturday through Sunday, 9AM to 7PM  
    Please note, we do not permit alcohol in the building on Sundays – NO ACCEPTIONS 
    $300 for the first 4 hours and $50 for each hour after that

    UConn Affiliate Groups 

    Monday through Friday, 8AM to 9PM,
    $400 for the first 4 hours and $50 for each hour after that.
    Saturday through Sunday, 9AM to 7PM
    Please note, we do not permit alcohol in the building on Sundays – NO ACCEPTIONS 
    $400 for the first 4 hours and $50 for each hour after that

    UConn Alumni 

    Monday through Thursday, 8AM to 9PM,
    $400 for the first 4 hours and $50 for each hour after that
    Fridays and Saturdays, 9AM to 9PM,
    $600 for the first 4 hours and $75 for each hour after that
    Sunday, 9AM to 7PM
    (please note, we do not permit alcohol in the building on Sundays – NO ACCEPTIONS),
    $500 for the first 4 hours and $75 for each hour after that

    Rates
    Non-Profit or state/government organizations – see UConn Alumni hours and rates
    General Public – not currently available

  • Conference Rooms

    Rates applicable to:

    FIP Room

    Capacity:7

    Board Room:

    Capacity: 20

    President’s Room

    Capacity: 8

    Alumni Lounge

    Capacity: 25

     

    Please call 860-486-2240 or email tfelder@foundation.uconn.edu and facilitiesevents@foundation.uconn.edu to learn more about these spaces and their rental rates.

  • Foundation Board Room

    Please email tfelder@foundation.uconn.edu and facilitiesevents@foundation.uconn.edu to learn more about this space rental rates.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • What is the location of the Alumni Center?

    The Alumni Center is located on the University of Connecticut’s main campus in Storrs. The address is 2384 Alumni Drive, Storrs, CT 06269-3053.

  • How many people can the Alumni Center accommodate?

    Our largest space, the Great Hall, accommodates 120 seated or 250 standing.

  • What about alcohol and caterers?

    Any licensed and insured catering company is allowed. The venue does not hold a liquor license, so all alcohol is required to be provided by a licensed entity such as a caterer or bartending service. We have a small catering kitchen on the premises. We do not permit alcohol in the building on Sundays.

  • What tables and chairs do you provide?

    The Alumni Center provides chairs and a combination of tables, including tall and/or short cocktail tables, eight-foot buffet tables, and six-foot round tables. All in-stock quantities are included with your rental.

  • Do I need to be a UConn alum to rent the Alumni Center

    The UConn Alumni Center may be available to rent if you are not a UConn Alumni.  Please email  tfelder@foundation.uconn.edu and facilitiesevents@foundation.uconn.edu with your event details and we will get back to you on whether or not you are able to book with us.

  • How do I book a reservation?

    Want to Book with us; here’s how:

    For University Group/ Departments/ or Student Organizations:

    1. Go to FMX.com
    2. Click University Login with SSO
    3. Login with your UConn email and password
    4. You will have access to view the calendar and reserve the room within FMX.

    For Outside Members:

    1. Email frontdeskandfacilites@foundation.uconn.edu and request a login link.
    2. Open email from FMX and create a username and password.
    3. You will have access to view the calendar and reserve the room within FMX.

OTHER EVENTS

The UConn Alumni Center is the perfect location for retirement parties, birthdays, baby showers, celebrations of life, business conferences, board meetings, and more.

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Photos of the UConn Alumni Center decorated for a wedding event taken Friday, September 13, 2019 in Storrs. (G.J. McCarthy / UConn Foundation)
Photos of the UConn Alumni Center decorated for a wedding event taken Friday, September 13, 2019 in Storrs. (G.J. McCarthy / UConn Foundation)
Photos of Alumni Center Weddings and Events
Photos of Alumni Center Weddings and Events
Photos of the UConn Alumni Center decorated for a wedding event taken Friday, September 13, 2019 in Storrs. (G.J. McCarthy / UConn Foundation)

TESTIMONIALS

It was love at first sight! We visited and inquired at many locations to host Melissa and Shawn’s baby shower, but our search quickly ceased when we laid eyes on the Alumni House at UConn. How appropriate to host it at a location which was home to Melissa and Shawn during their years as students at UConn. We were excited, not only about the location, but the tasteful and simple decor as well as the service we would receive during the planning process and the event alike. The staff was friendly and accommodating. The food was delicious. The ice cream bar was the talk of the party. We will definitely host another event there in the future. Keep up the good work!

-Stephanie Famiano

As an event planner and wedding designer, I have had the pleasure of working with some of the best event venues in Connecticut and beyond. The UConn Alumni Center is uniquely special. The Great Hall, with its modern design and magnificent columns, is truly a designer’s dream. It was the perfect venue for my daughter’s winter wonderland themed sweet sixteen party. We could not have picked a better place! The imposing high ceilings, grand staircase, and architectural designs allowed me to create the perfect ambience for her dream party. Julie Sweeney, the Alumni Manager, was AMAZING! She made sure everything we needed was taken care of. We had access to the entire facility. The Husky Heritage sports room was a guest favorite. In spite of last-minute weather challenges, our daughter’s sweet sixteen party was PERFECT! Our guests still rave about how beautiful the event was.

-Atonye Ake (Event Planner & Designer)

We’re Here to Help You

If you would like additional information regarding renting the UConn Alumni Center, we are happy to assist you.

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Aimee Corcoran
Director of Facilities
Tianna Felder
Assistant Director of Facilities
Alumni Center Event
Alumni Center
BOOK NOW FOR YOUR NEXT EVENT!
The Alumni Center’s Great Hall, with its distinctive staircase and charming layout, is a stylish and sophisticated site: the perfect location for your next event.