Who is authorized to make reservations at the Graham Center?
How early do I need to reserve space at the Graham Center?
What is included when I reserve space?
May alcohol be served or consumed at my event?
How can I reserve academic space (classroom) or non-academic space outside GC?
Is there a designated place at GC where student organizations may have a party serving alcoholic beverages?

Who is authorized to make reservations at the Graham Center?
Student Organizations: Reservations must be made by the event chair or by a member of the organization’s executive board.
Departments: FIU staff and faculty are authorized to make reservations.
General Public: Reservation must be made by person in charge of the event and responsible for payment.

How early do I need to reserve space at the Graham Center?
Event venues: Rooms are booked on a first-come, first-serve basis, so it is best to reserve the space as soon as you know the date of your event. Annual events may be reserved 2, 3, 4 years in advance.
GC meeting rooms: Meeting rooms may be reserved one or two semesters ahead.

What is included when I reserve space?
For recognized student organizations and University departments, all furnishings, such as: tables, chairs, stage, and dance floor. Basic AV equipment and services, such as: microphones, podium, screens, projectors, TV/DVD/VCR, DJ system and lighting system, (DJ and lighting systems are extra for University departments). On weekends, there is an additional charge for personnel, and overtime. It does NOT include tablecloths, decorations, plants and other accessories.

May alcohol be served or consumed at my event?
GC provides clear guidelines and procedures to ensure that the use of alcohol within our premises is conducted within safe and healthy parameters and in compliance with Federal, State, Local laws and University regulations.

Some requirements and restrictions:
Student functions may only offer beer and wine. Event organizers must disclose intent of offering alcohol at the time of reservation. No individual under the legal drinking age of 21 years of age may possess, serve, sell, consume, or distribute alcohol at any Graham Center event/location. Proof of age (valid photo ID) is required. Student functions must use the University’s food service contractor. University Departments and the general public will plan with their respective GC event coordinator to ensure guidelines are followed. Graham Center is committed to the responsible use of alcohol by all members of the FIU community and their guests. University Departments and general public wishing to sell alcoholic beverages at their event must secure a one-day license.

Please click here to view/download our Alcohol Policy and Procedures

How can I reserve academic space (classroom) or non-academic space outside GC?
Student Organizations: Please contact us at (305) 348-2297 or stop by the GC Reservations office.
Departments: Please contact Academic Space and Scheduling office at (305) 348-1762.

6. Is there a designated place at GC where student organizations may have a party serving alcoholic beverages?
Yes. At Gracie’s Grill (Thursdays until 2am)