Ern Commons
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.
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: