University Center Administration

THANKS FOR VISITING! COME ON IN!

Thank you for visiting the official homepage of the Office of University Center Administration! Here you will find a myriad of tools and information to assist with guiding you through the reservation and event planning process here at Widener! Our office focuses on some of our campus’ core programming spaces: Alumni Hall, Lathem Hall, the University Center, and major outdoor spaces.

OUR MISSION AND GOALS

Our mission is to make the reservation and event planning process an easy, seamless experience for anyone! As a team, we strive to provide a people-centered approach to reservations, space usage, and design and execution of programs, both large and small, in any of our spaces on campus.

Our role in the University Center is to build community amongst students, faculty, staff, alumni, and campus guests  while celebrating and embracing the diversity of our campus constituents. By engaging with our office, the campus community will:

• Develop and demonstrate competencies in program design, development and implementation
• Gain an understanding of the space reservation system, 25Live Pro, and feel comfortable and confident reserving spaces on campus that meet their needs for meetings, events, traditions, and more
• Utilize gathering spaces, both formal and informal, that encourage interactions with the campus community that are meaningful, vibrant, and impactful
• Collaborate across functional areas and demographics to engage in meaningful programming, leadership development, and community building that fosters pride for our campus and institutional connections for years to come
• Increase satisfaction with the reservation process and overall experience with event planning within our spaces

WHAT SERVICES DO WE OFFER?

Our services are available to the Widener campus community. We offer the following services to the Widener campus community:

• Program design & development
• Facilities & reservation system management through 25Live Pro
• Student engagement & programming strategy
• Leadership training & education
• Rental programs for commuter lockers, Pride Den game equipment, volleyballs, and various technology needs

OUR COMMITTMENT & VALUES

• Impact – We are committed to making a difference in the campus community, in ways both big and small, to ensure the best experiences for every part of the Widener Pride community
• Innovation – We are committed to forward thinking and implementing creative solutions to enhance the environment within the University Center
• Optimism – We choose joy and work to create positive energy within all aspects of interacting with our office
• Advocacy – We listen and promote the experience of our students within the Widener Community to ensure a transformational experience and sense of belonging