Meet at the Union
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Contact
- Location
- Second floor
- Room
- Director's Office
- Phone
- 785-532-6591
Hours
- We closed at 5:30 p.m.
- Today
- 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
- Fri 05/24
- 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
- Sat 05/25
- Closed
- Sun 05/26
- Closed
- Mon 05/27
- 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
- Tue 05/28
- 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
- Wed 05/29
- 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Our recently renovated 270,000 square foot facility is comprised of five ADA-compliant levels plus the 90,000 square foot outdoor Bosco Student Plaza (formerly Union Plaza) that can be reserved to support your activity. “Host to the Campus” of Kansas State University, the K-State Student Union is a multipurpose center that employs more than 500 staff members and is used by thousands of people daily. More than 11,000 meeting reservations are processed by the Union’s reservations staff annually.
Facilities
The Union offers complete, professional reservations, conference, and catering services, as well as modern audio/visual aids with downlink satellite programming capabilities.
Technical capabilities
Cutting-edge technology can enhance your meeting and help you achieve important objectives for your event. The K-State Student Union provides quick, easy access to high-speed Internet network connections and wireless transmission options. Other equipment is available for use in many rooms, including:
- AV cart
- Bar–Portable Sico
- Camcorder
- Cassette player
- CD player
- Direct box
- Dry erase boards
- Easels
- LCD projector
- LCD sound system
- Movie screens
- Overhead projector
- Phone instrument & speaker
- Pianos
- Podiums
- Portable spotlight
- Portable sound systems
- Projectors–35mm slide
- Satellite Downlink/Teleconferencing
- Screens–various sizes
- Smart Cart
- Stage section 18”h, 6’ x 8’
- Stage section 36”h, 6’ x 8’
- Telephone/speaker phone
- TV/DVD/VCR
- Videoconferencing
- Wireless and wired microphones
- Wireless and amp; Ethernet internet connections
Reservable rooms
The Union has rooms to meet nearly every group’s conference needs. This includes two auditoriums, six dining rooms, a spacious ballroom with seating for up to 1,000 people, a courtyard, and several lounges. The Little Theatre offers the latest in conference technology. To find a room to fit your needs, we have listed our reservable rooms, along with their dimensions and capacities in a number of arrangements, below. Click on a room to view even more information, including maps and photos.
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Your K-State Student Union has been the “Host to the Campus” for more than 50 years. The completion of the K-State Parking Garage and connecting skywalk enables us to become the “Pathway to Campus”. The parking garage, at the south entrance of the Union, has tripled the amount of parking with more than 1300 parking spots. The additional parking capacity for our Union visitors and the added convenience of the connecting skywalk allows easier, direct access to your Union’s great facilities, services, and programs. Visit the Parking Services website at www.k-state.edu/parking/ or contact our reservation specialists for current parking guidelines and information.
K-State Parking Garage Perks
- Prepaid conference rates
- ADA compliant elevators
- 5 pay-on-foot stations
- On-site staff 24/7
- Surveillance system
- Emergency contact phones
Catering
K-State Student Union Catering welcomes the opportunity to serve you. We pride ourselves on offering an outstanding array of food and beverage selections designed to meet a variety of needs. We are dedicated to providing you with the highest quality of catering services, from a simple coffee break to extravagant receptions and dinners. Our catering staff strives to develop and produce customized menus. We invite you to contact our experts to assist you in planning your next event.
Our featured services include:
- Served breakfast, lunch, or dinner
- Buffets for breakfast, lunch, or dinner
- Specialty/theme buffets
- Hors d’oeuvre reception
- Passed hors d’oeuvres
- Boxed lunches
- Fresh baked breads and desserts
- Full bar service
- Refreshment/beverage service
Guidelines
- Room Reservations: All room reservations are made through the K-State Student Union Director’s Office by calling (785) 532-6591. Please do this prior to contacting the catering office. There is no Room Rental Fee for groups with catering.
- Attendance Guarantee: Union Catering requires a confirmed number of attendees on all catered events. Your designated representative must confirm the number 48 hours before your event. Unless the final count is higher, your confirmed number is what you will be billed.
- Confirmation and Billing: Groups requesting tax exemption must provide necessary forms and their ID number before the event. A copy of your final arrangements will be mailed to you, upon request.
- Service Fees: There is a service fee attached to catered orders. There is no service fee on pick-up orders.
Catering Menu
Wedding Menu
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Catering
Whether your rehearsal dinner or wedding reception is an intimate party or larger gathering, Union Catering will deliver an unparalleled food experience… with caring, personalized service, chic, sophisticated cuisine, and an ever-present emphasis on style, creativity, and quality.- Buffets and Sit Down Creations - Allow us to add an elegant flair to your rehearsal dinner or wedding reception. Our plated and buffet entrees are not only delectable, but also exquisitely appointed.
- Hors d’oeuvres - From exotic light hors d’oeuvres to hearty heavy hor d’oeuvres, our Executive Chef will craft an incomparable selection to delight your guests’ palates.
Wedding Bill of Fare
- Featured Services - The following options are available as an all-inclusive package, or you can combine the elements you want for a custom package.
- Room Rental - Elegant and affordable rooms suitable for rehearsal dinners, weddings, and receptions of any size. Contact the Assisstant Director of Operations at 785-532-7499.
- Catering - Custom creations that make a statement. We offer full service catering to meet the needs and expectations of your guests. Contact the Catering Sales Coordinator at 785-532-6068.
- Gift Ideas - The K-State Student Union Bookstore offers a variety of gift ideas that range in all prices. Located on the Ground Floor of the K-State Student Union.
- Recreation Center - A night your guests will surely remember. Surprise them with a fun evening of bowling and billiards. Contact the K-State Student Union Recreation Center at 785-532-7389.