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Policy WEDDING/PRIVATE PARTY POLICIES

Many companies plan receptions or information sessions in Tresidder Union for interested Stanford students. In order to help you plan an event that will be successful and that will meet your specific needs, the following information is provided.

General Information

SCHEDULING
Although we will be happy to check on potential availability for you, all room requests must be submitted in writing for scheduling.

Requests may be faxed to the Tresidder Meeting Services Office at (650) 725-7713 or made online. Office hours are M-F, 8:00am - 4:00pm. One time events may be booked up to one year in advance.

WEDDINGS AND PRIVATE PARTIES
The bride, groom, or one of their immediate family members must be directly affiliated with Stanford University (i.e., faculty, staff, student, alumni). That individual must initiate scheduling with Meeting Services and will be liable for any charges or damages not honored by the identified billing party. Payment of room fees will be required in advance for confirmation.

CATERING
Stanford Catering provides a full range of food. For detailed menus and prices, contact the Catering Manager at (650) 725-1503. Skirting for non-catering tables at Tresidder is available with advance ordering through Stanford Catering or Events & Labor services at (650) 723-2285.

FURNITURE
Room fees include complete room setup using in-stock tables and chairs. Audio-visual, special items, electrical or telephone hookups, etc., will have additional fees assessed.

PAYMENT OF FEES
Half of the room fee is due at the time of booking. The remaining cost is due prior to the event.

CANCELLATIONS
When scheduling Oak lounge or Cypress lounge you have 30 days from the date you reservation was confirmed to cancel your reservation. If you do not cancel your reservation after 30days, you will be charged

FULL ROOM FEES
If you make the request within 30 days of your event, full fees will apply. When room fees apply to the other rooms, as $40.00 processing fee will be assessed if the event is canceled after tentative booking has been made. If you do not cancel WITHIN 30 days of your event, full room fees will apply.

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SPECIAL FEES AND SERVICES


AUDIO-VISUAL EQUIPMENT
Audio-visual equipment is available for rental. Equipment is provided on a first request basis. Equipment rental costs are $25.00 each for any of the following items.

  • Podium with Microphone
  • VCR and 25" Monitor
  • Slide Projector and Screen
  • Overhead Projector and Screen
  • Flipchart
  • Easel
  • 6' x 8' Riser

For additional needs contact University Events and Services at (650) 723-2285
Costs for special needs such as electrical or telephone hookups are the responsibility of the client.

EARLY OPENING/LATE CLOSING
For access to a room before or after daily meeting room hours, a $20/hour fee (for any part of an hour thereof) will be assessed. Advance approval from Meeting Services is required.

LATE REQUESTS
If needs requiring personnel response from Meeting Services is received less than 24 hours in advance of the event, a fee of $20 per request may be assessed in addition to other applicable fees.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

AIR CONDITIONING
Although Tresidder Union is usually air conditioned, meeting room temperatures may vary. We suggest you wear layered clothing just to make sure you will be comfortable, particularly in the summer.

LOADING
A ramp is located at the southwest corner of the building on Lagunita Drive for easy loading. An elevator is also available from the back patio and loading dock area. Arrangements for use of the area must be made at the time of scheduling.

PARKING
A metered parking lot is available on Lagunita Drive, adjacent to Tresidder Union. It is patrolled M-F, 7:00am - 4:00pm. If you forget to bring quarters, there is a change machine in the Recreation Center, located on the first floor.

ELECTRICAL SERVICE
Any large or specialized electrical needs must be discussed well in advance with Meeting Services. It is the responsibility of the client to pay all charges directly.

SECURITY
Although all rooms can be locked, the security and safety of equipment of materials while on the premises is the liability of the user.

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