Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) | University of Houston

When can we setup for our event?

Events in large event spaces will be given access to the room 1 hour prior to the event start time. Events in small to mid-size rooms will be given access to the room 30-minutes prior to event start time.

Can we come in before building business hours?

Access to the building before business hours must be requested at least 2-weeks in advance of the scheduled event. There is an early opening fee of $100.00 per hour, for each hour prior to normal building hours.

Can we stay late after building business hours?

Groups that would like to stay past normal building hours must submit their request for a late close at least 2 weeks in advance of the scheduled event. There is an late closing fee of $100.00 per hour, for each hour past the normal building hours.

How do we rent out the Game Room?

Reservation Requests for the Games Room can be made in person or online. If submitting online, please complete required Reservation Request and return using the following email: gmreserv@central.uh.edu.

How do I get food approved for my event?

Registered student organizations should apply for permits through UH Get Involved. Visitors, 3rd-party vendors, and any other group(s) wishing to serve food to the UH community or the public on campus must apply for a permit through the Food Safety Office. Please email the completed form and applicable documents to foodsafety@uh.edu.

What are the restrictions on food for my event?

Review the low-, medium-, and high-Risk categories (located on pages 2 -3) within the Temporary Food Dealer's policies and procedures. Your menu must be on the list of approved foods. If you need further guidance on whether or not certain food items can be served on campus, please email foodsafety@uh.edu.

Where can I advertise in the Student Centers? (this includes asking how to get their advertisement on the TVs)

Registered Student Organizations, Campus Departments and 3rd-party vendors may reserve an Information table where they can actively advertise upcoming events to Student Center visitors. Campus Departments can submit a Digital Signage Request via the Student Centers. Request must be submitted at least 1 week before the desired posting date.

Where's the Deans Office?

The Dean of Students Office is located on the 2nd floor of the Student Center South, Room 256.

When will my event be approved by CSI?

Registered Student Organizations' events submitted through UH Get Involved must be reviewed and approved by all stakeholders. Some events require a consultation meeting with the Center for Student Involvement prior to approval. RSO Leaders can track the status of their event registration in Get Involved.

What's the layout/capacity for my room?

Meeting Room Capacities can be found on the Student Center website in the Forms Section.

Questions about classroom reservations?

Registered Student Organizations may submit event request to reserve General Purpose Classrooms. General Purpose Classrooms are not available to reserve until after the official reporting day (ORD), which is typically the 12th business day of the Spring/Fall semester.

Numbers/emails to different managers/directors

View the directory.

What's the cost of AV and is it included?

View the pricing information guide.

Fundraiser information for Student Orgs

RSOs are limited to four (4) fundraisers per month, including food or beverage sales, material and non-material sales. Sales tax may be applicable for more than four fundraisers held per month. Contact the Center for Student Involvement for additional information and State of Texas sales tax requirements that may be applicable.

Reservations