Ern Commons is located at 567 McCormick Road in between Balz-Dobie and Watson-Webb houses. Named after former Vice President for Student Affairs, Ernie Ern, the facility is able to accommodate a variety of events including dances, banquet-style dinners, and performances.

Ern Commons Map

Setups & Audio-Visual Technology

Theater: 200 max 
Banquet meal: 120max
Hollow Square: 60 max
Standing Reception: 350

Microphones:

• wireless handheld mics*
• wireless lapel mics*
• corded handheld mics

*only 3 wireless mics can be used at one time

Projection:

• Projector
• Screen
• DVD/Blu Ray Player

Other Amenities

• 8 foot tables
• 5 foot round tables
• Chairs
• Podium
• Stage
• Storage room with sink for caterers (Note: this space can be catered by any catering company)
• Outdoor reception patio

If you have a question about the space, please call Event Planning Services at 434-924-7225, or email us at [email protected]

Sample diagrams of events at the Ern Commons: