SUNY Potsdam is committed to meeting the logistical needs of the surrounding community by coordinating services and facilities essential for successful events.
When scheduling conferences, workshops, receptions, seminars, etc. for the public, the Director of Student Life Facilities issues a facility permit, ensures appropriate support services and provides facility-fee billing according to College policies and procedures. When providing services, it is necessary to make the most efficient use of the campus resources while not compromising the academic mission of SUNY Potsdam.
Reservations
Reservation requests must follow proper procedures for form/document submission. Please contact Casey Nelson at (315) 267-4809 or nelsonca@potsdam.edu to reserve a space on campus. Please be ready to provide the following information:
- Name of Organization
- Event Description
- Date/Time of Event
- Size of Event
- Requested Setup Needs (tables, chairs, layout, etc.)
- Audio/Visual Needs (microphones, projection, sound)
Once you have secured a space, please complete the Request for Revocable Permit (PDF) below and return to nelsonca@potsdam.edu.
Barrington Student Union
| Description | Cost |
|---|---|
| Meeting Room | $30 / day |
| MPR | $300 / day |
| Fireside Lounge / Forum | $75 / day |
Classrooms
| Description | Cost |
|---|---|
| Classrooms | $35 / day |
| Presentation Room | $70 / day |
| Computer Lab | $150 / day |
Crane
| Description | Cost |
|---|---|
| Crane Rehearsal Room | $35 / hour |
| Bishop 101, 107, 119, 123 | $75 / hour |
| Hosmer Hall | $75 / hour |
| Snell Theatre | $75 / hour |
| Wakefield Recital Hall | $50 / hour |
Dunn Hall (Dance Space)
| Description | Cost |
|---|---|
| Dance Studio | $50 / hour |
| Dance Theatre | $150 / day |
Conference Rooms
| Description | Cost |
|---|---|
| Kellas | $70 / day (room) $35 / hour (additional teleconference fee if needed) |
| Knowles | $300 / day |
| Knowles (first floor only) | $150 / day |
Maxcy Hall (Athletic Facility)
| Description | Cost |
|---|---|
| Athletic Field | $35 / hour |
| Field House | $75 / Hour |
| Ice Arena | $125 / hour |
| Main Gym | $250 / event/game $75 / hour $375 / day |
| Pool | $250 / event or game $75 / hour $25 / hour (additional fee for Lifeguard) $375 / day |
| Turf | $105 / hour $250 / game |
| Dance Studio | $50 / hour |
| Classroom | $50 / hour |
Merritt Hall
| Description | Cost |
|---|---|
| Small Gym | $50 / hour |
| Big Gym | $75 / hour |
| Dance Studio | $50 / hour |
Lounge/Dining Areas
| Description | Cost |
|---|---|
| Raymond 8th Floor Dining Room/Lounge | $65 / day |
| Thatcher Dining Hall | $150 / day |
| Lehman Dining Hall | TBD |
Any individual or group that wishes to host an event on the SUNY Potsdam campus should be familiar with, and abide by, the institution's policies and procedures:
- The SUNY Potsdam Policy and Building Use Polices and Procedures
- Board of Trustees Rules - Maintenance of Public Order (8NYCRR Part 535)
- SUNY Policy 3653: Rules for the Maintenance of Public Order
- SUNY Policy 5603: Use of Facilities by Non-Commercial Organizations
- SUNY Potsdam Policy on Maintenance and Public Order
- SUNY Potsdam Policy on Assembly Procedures