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Event services

The Mike Ilitch School of Business building is a beautiful contemporary space that is well-suited to hosting a variety of events.  The event services department serves as a resource for those planning an event hosted within its building. Our team can assist with event consultation, planning and management services. We are committed to excellence, diversity and community impact.

Planning your event

From catering to parking and even dean participation, a range of resources are available for events hosted at the Ilitch School to help make your event seamless and successful.

Catering services

Wayne State Dining Services is the exclusive on-campus caterer for events where university funds exceeding $200 are used. For non-university funded events over $200, a waiver is required through Ilitch School Event Services. Please note that food and beverages are not permitted inside the auditorium. Contact Aramark Catering at 313-577-2400.

Dean participation

To request the dean's presence at your event, please email the Office of the Dean at ilitchbusinessdeansoffice@wayne.edu with the following details:

  • Requestor's contact information
  • Event description
  • Dean’s role in the event

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Space requests

Rental requests for conferences, meetings, and special events from both alumni and external organizations are welcomed. Events should align with Wayne State University's mission, as determined by the Ilitch School. Reservations may be requested only for the current semester, with priority given to Mike Ilitch School of Business classes and events. Space may be requested for events that take place on Monday through Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 10 p.m.; this is inclusive of setup and teardown time.

To request event space:

Please allow 7-10 business days for us to process your request and confirm availability. Requests are handled on a first-come, first-served basis, and you'll receive confirmation and an estimated invoice via email.

If the University closes unexpectedly (e.g., due to weather), all events will be canceled and we will contact the event sponsor to reschedule and inform attendees.

Event spaces

Lear Auditorium
Lear Auditorium

Features

  • Capacity – 256
  • Fixed theater seating
  • Stage area
  • Vehicle lift (extra fee)
  • Projection system
  • Registration space
  • Up to 8 microphones (1 podium, 1 hands-free, 6 handheld)
  • Wireless internet

Pricing

  • Reservation cost per hour
  • University units $150
  • External organization $300
Skywall multipurpose rooms
Skywall multipurpose rooms

Features

  • Capacity – 48-96
  • Flex seating
  • Projection system
  • Registration space Up to 2 microphones (1 podium/handheld, 1 handsfree)
  • Wireless internet
  • Room divider option
  • Glass overhead doors

Pricing

  • Reservation cost per hour
  • University units $100
  • External organization $200
Pierce conference room
Pierce conference room

Features

  • Capacity – 8
  • Monitor
  • Wireless internet
  • In-house web cam

Pricing

  • Reservation cost per hour
  • University units $50
  • External organization $100
Flex classrooms
Flex classrooms

Features

  • Capacity – 22-54
  • Flex seating
  • Projection system/monitors
  • Wireless internet

Pricing

  • Reservation cost per hour
  • University units $60
  • External organization $110
Executive multipurpose room
Executive multipurpose room

Features

  • Capacity – 42
  • Fixed seating
  • Projection system/monitors
  • Wireless internet

Pricing

  • Reservation cost per hour
  • University units $90
  • External organization $140
Case classrooms
Case classrooms

Features

  • Capacity – 50-73
  • Projection system/monitors
  • Wireless internet
  • Electrical outlets per seat

Pricing

  • Reservation cost per hour
  • University units $60
  • External organization $110
Boardroom
Boardroom

Features

  • Capacity – 28
  • Preset conference room
  • Projection system/monitors
  • Conference phone
  • Electrical outlets per seat
  • Wireless internet

Pricing

  • Reservation cost per hour
  • University units $90
  • External organization $140
Courtyard
Courtyard

Features

  • Capacity – up to 60
  • Outdoor space
  • Can be tented
  • Fixed picnic tables
  • Wireless internet (light browsing only)

Pricing

  • Reservation cost per hour
  • University units $125
  • External organization $250

Contact Events Services

Pamela William

Director, Events and Operations
313-577-9346
plwilliam@wayne.edu