In order to have a registered event on campus, it must be sponsored by a student organization or department. The following steps are for student organization-sponsored events only.

Below you will find many useful resources for planning events at Wellesley. Student Activities staff are also available to meet with you to discuss your upcoming event logistics such as the space request and set-up, possible funding sources, how to invite a speaker or artist and the contract process, as well as other event-related questions you may have.

Request Space for an Event or Meeting
Resources for Planning Any Type of Event
Resources for Planning Events with Alcohol
Training Sessions

Request Space for an Event or Meeting
Student Activities has prepared general space use guides for student organizations as they prepare to host events on campus. Please consult these guides as you begin the space request process.

Scheduling an Event On Campus
Performance Space Guide
Lecture Space Guide
Classroom Use Guide
Additional Considerations for On Campus Events

Use this form to submit a first request for space, as well as to begin the process for an event with alcohol. Please allow at least 10 business days for your request to be processed.

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Resources for Planning All Events

Steps in Planning Great Events
Programming Survey
Inclusive Programming
Programming Blotter
Event Budgeting
Advertising Ideas
Local Caterers
Event Set Up Needs
Event Planning Checklist

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Resources for Planning Events with Alcohol

Policy for Alcohol Service at Student-Sponsored Events in Common Space
Event Manager Job Description
TIPs Event Staff Job Description
Check-List for Planning an Event Where Alcohol will be Served
Event Authorization Form
Event Summary Form

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Training Sessions
Throughout the year, Student Activities provides workshops on effective event planning and TIPS/Event Manager Training. Spring training session dates will be announced in December, 2006.

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