Welcome to the Warch Campus Center & Bon Appétit Conference and learning center. Gathering space for corporate meetings, community organizations and private events. Impeccable cuisine. Superb views. Nearly 20 years in the making, the $35 million, 107,000-squarefoot Richard and Margot Warch Campus Center opened in September 2009. The building embraces the beauty of the surrounding Fox River with its open spaces and high ceilings, amazing views, natural stone, green roof and access to a river walk. Offering 10 magnificent informal and formal gathering spaces for groups of all sizes, the Warch Campus Center truly has something for everyone. Designed for versatility, each room provides flexible setups depending on individual needs. This LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design)- certified Gold facility was awarded the 2009 Best Building in Wisconsin by The Daily Reporter and Wisconsin Builder Magazine. The Warch Campus Center was designed, built, and is operated in an environmentally responsible way. Onsite catering managers and chefs, paired with the superb capabilities of Bon Appétit Management Company, ensure all food, beverage and bar details are expertly managed. Event planners have a wide range of catering options that are sure to exceed the expectations of guests. Customized & Special Events Breakfast meetings Breakout rooms Corporate summits Conference rooms Educational conferences Employee celebrations Formal or informal receptions & banquets Lunch & Learns Memorials New product launches Nonprofit events and fundraisers Sales meetings Workshops Wedding ceremonies & receptions* Birthday and anniversary celebrations Bridal showers Private parties Retreats See separate rate sheets for Wedding Ceremonies & Receptions WCC_ & Special Events_010317_1 of 6
Extraordinary signature spaces The Somerset Room is one of the most soughtafter meeting venues in the Fox Cities View of the Somerset Room from the Nathan Marsh Pusey Room The Nathan Marsh Pusey Room provides an elegant setting for meetings or business receptions These formal gathering spaces of the University can be utilized individually or combined to accommodate larger meetings and banquets. Both rooms are equipped with state of the art A/V inputs and lighting. The Somerset Room features a maple floor, vaulted ceiling and a wall of floor-to ceiling windows overlooking the Fox River. The Nathan Marsh Pusey Room is adorned with a rich quarter-sawn cherry interior, a cozy fireplace and breathtaking views and can be reserved for small meetings, receptions, recitals and intimate dinners. WARCH CAMPUS CENTER LEVEL THREE MEETINGS & SPECIAL EVENTS SOMERSET ROOM (100 x 50 ) Capacity: Banquet-320/Classroom-120/Theatre-340 Rental Fee: Rate: $1,600/day* PUSEY ROOM (47 x 46 ) Capacity: Banquet-96/Classroom-60/ Theatre-144 Rental Fees: Rate: $500/day Capacities vary based on room configuration STIEHL TERRACE Complimentary access *Separate rates apply to weddings. Nonprofit discounts and half-day rates are not available on these rooms. See separate rate sheet for wedding ceremonies and receptions. WCC_ & Special Events _010317_2 of 6
Unique versatile venues Esch Hurvis Studio/Esch Hurvis Room conference setting Esch Hurvis Studio, Esch Hurvis Room and Mead Witter reception with chair upgrade (upgrade involves a fee and is dependent upon availability) Esch Hurvis Studio/Esch Hurvis Room lecture venue The Esch Hurvis Studio is an ideal venue for meetings, receptions and banquets, lectures, performances, recitals and dance instruction. Special design features include built-in performance sound and lighting, a sprung dance floor and a modern open and unfinished ceiling. A portable stage is available upon request. Two walls of floor-to-ceiling windows provide an airy and welcoming atmosphere. The Esch Hurvis Room, adjacent to the Esch Hurvis Studio, also includes floor-to-ceiling windows with an abundance of natural light. The Esch Hurvis Studio and Esch Hurvis Room can be utilized individually or combined to accommodate nearly 300 guests or more if the Mead Witter Room is opened. The Mead Witter Room provides an ideal space for breakout sessions and small cocktail receptions. WARCH CAMPUS CENTER LEVEL TWO MEETINGS & SPECIAL EVENTS* ESCH STUDIO (50 x 40 ) HURVIS ROOM (50 x 40 ) MEAD WITTER (50 x 40 ) Rental Fees for each individual room on this level: Rate: $400/day*, $250/half day* Capacity: 142 Banquet-96/Classroom-60/Theatre-142 Capacity:129 Banquet-96/Classroom-60/Theatre-129 Capacity: 134 Banquet-80/Classroom-60/Theatre-120 Room capacities for individual rooms on this level are dependent on room configuration Room dividers can be removed to create larger spaces for events and gatherings * Half-day rates apply to events four hours or less and include set-up and tear-down time. Nonprofit 501c(3) organizations receive a 25% discount on the rooms indicated. Separate rates apply to weddings. WCC_ & Special Events _010317_3 of 6
Corporate, nonprofit & community meeting spaces Spaces Event Types Capacity Rental Fees Special Features Somerset Room Corporate summits Conferences Nonprofit events and fundraisers Sales meetings Workshops Celebrations Private parties Retreats 320 Banquet 120 Classroom 340 Theatre when opened to the Nathan Marsh Pusey Room $1,600/day One of the most sought after venues in the Fox Cities, the Somerset Room features a maple floor, vaulted ceiling and a wall of floor-to ceiling windows overlooking the Fox River providing an airy and welcoming atmosphere. Nathan Marsh Pusey Room Receptions & dinners Lunch and Learns Memorial Services 96 Banquet 144 Theatre when opened to the Somerset Room $500/day Named for the 10th president of Lawrence University, Nathan Marsh Pusey, this room is the formal living room of the campus. A coffered ceiling, custom inlaid carpet, Fond du Lac stone fireplace and quarter sawn cherry walls make this is a comfortable place to relax and view the river and campus garden. The room has full built-in audiovisual capabilities and a Yamaha C6 piano. Esch Hurvis Studio Ceremonies Performances 96 Banquet 142 Theatre 142 - Capacity when opened to the Esch Hurvis Room $400 Full Day* $250 Half Day* The studio is adjacent to the Esch Hurvis and Mead Witter rooms on the second level of the campus center. Room dividers can be removed to create larger spaces for events and gatherings. Special design features include built-in performance sound and lighting, a sprung dance floor and a modern open and unfinished ceiling. A portable stage is available upon request. Two walls of floor-to-ceiling windows provide an airy and welcoming atmosphere. Esch Hurvis Room Ceremonies Performances 96 Banquet 129 Theatre 129 - Capacity when opened to the Esch Hurvis Studio or Mead Witter Room $400 Full Day* $250 Half Day* The Esch Hurvis Room includes many of the amenities of the Esch Hurvis Studio with a full south wall of floor-to-ceiling windows providing an abundance of natural light. Room dividers can be removed to create larger spaces for events and gatherings. * Half-day rates apply to events four hours or less and include set-up and tear-down time. Nonprofit 501c(3) organizations receive a 25% discount on the rooms indicated. Separate rates apply to weddings. WCC_ & Special Events _010317_4 of 6
Corporate, nonprofit & community meeting spaces Spaces Event Types Capacity Rental Fees Special Features Mead Witter Room 80 Banquet 134 Theatre 134 - Capacity when opened to the Esch Hurvis Room. This room is typically used in conjunction with the Esch Hurvis Room. $400 Full Day* $250 Half Day* Considered the recreation room of the Warch Campus Center, this room includes a fireplace flanked by large panoramic windows, carpeted floors, soft furniture arrangements, a pool table, a ping pong table and a 42-inch flat screen television. Room dividers can be removed to create larger spaces for events and gatherings. The room can easily be arranged to serve as a reception, meeting or banquet area. Equipment: A/V inputs. This room does not have built-in A/V equipment. A portable screen and projector can be furnished upon request. Cinema Movie screenings Workshops Performances 134 Fixed Seating 140 - Maximum $625 Full Day* or $90/hour* The 134-seat cinema is a multi-faceted room that features a large screen, surround sound, and complete audiovisual capabilities and stage lighting. The fixed seating is comfortable and includes individual cup holders. Gallery Receptions New product showroom Information fairs Performance art Vendor space Variable $250 Full Day/Floor* $150 Half Day/Floor* The third floor gallery is a large, open area adjacent to the Nathan Marsh Pusey and Somerset rooms and provides an ideal venue for product displays. For special events and during the summer months the space is often used in combination with the Stiehl Terrace (outdoor patio). A/V is not provided or permitted in the gallery. Available on the second and third levels Gallery space is also available on the second floor. Informal Social Gatherings 250 $300 beverage minimum The Viking Room, the University s bar located in the lower level of Memorial Hall, can be used to compliment events held at the Warch Campus Center subject to availability. The bar also offers an outdoor patio area overlooking the Fox River. The Viking Room * Half-day rates apply to events four hours or less and include set-up and tear-down time. Nonprofit 501c(3) organizations receive a 25% discount on the rooms indicated. Separate rates apply to weddings. WCC_ & Special Events_010317_5 of 6
Corporate, nonprofit & community meeting spaces Spaces Event Types Capacity Rates Special Features Kraemer Conference Room Private Private 24 $200 Full Day* $125 Half Day* The Kraemer Conference Room is ideal for meetings and presentations requiring privacy given its windowless interior and dedicated catering service entrance. The room is equipped with state-of-the-art A/V and communication technology, with a mounted projector, computer, and call conferencing. Executive-style adjustable seating provided. Equipment: Projector, Computer, Clicker, Whiteboard, DVD & VCR, Call Conferencing System (advance reservations required) Arthur Vining Davis Conference Room 16 $150 Full Day* $100 Half Day* Offering panoramic views of Boldt Plaza on one side and Main Street of the Warch Campus Center on the other, the Arthur Vining Davis Room is best suited for small group meetings and presentations. North-facing exterior windows offer an abundance of natural light. Executive-style adjustable seating provided. Equipment: Projector, Computer, Clicker, Whiteboard, DVD & VCR, Call Conferencing System (advance reservations required) 16 $150 Full Day* $100 Half Day* Located on the fourth floor of the campus center, the Runkel Room is an executive meeting room overlooking the lobby of the Center. A generous amount of natural lighting is provided. Runkel Conference Room Equipment: Projector, Computer, Clicker, Whiteboard, DVD & VCR, Call Conferencing System (advance reservations required) * Half-day rates apply to events four hours or less and include set-up and teardown time. Nonprofit 501c(3) organizations receive a 25% discount on the rooms indicated. Separate rates apply to weddings. WCC_ & Special Events _010317_6 of 6