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1. Reserving on-campus spaces INSIDE Hariri Building (Classrooms & Conference Rooms, Fisher & Lohrfink, PwC Plaza)
2. Reserving on-campus spaces OUTSIDE Hariri Building (Locations, GradGov Members vs Non-members)
3. Reserving off-campus spaces
All Georgetown spaces are reserved via the online Event Management System (EMS).
In a nutshell, MBA Student Organizations can book MSB Hariri Classrooms. If clubs are GradGov-recognized, they can also book outside Hariri.
To book Fisher & Lorhfink, MBA student leaders must email the MBA Program Office at least 30 days in advance. More info below.
Not sure where to start? Check the Event Space Guide created by the MSB Events Team.
This guide provides you with some items to consider as you determine the best format and space for your event(s).
1. Reserving on-campus spaces INSIDE Hariri Building
1. Reserving on-campus spaces INSIDE Hariri Building
Hariri Classrooms & Conference Rooms
Hariri Classrooms & Conference Rooms
Hariri Building
37th and O Streets, NW
Washington, DC 20057
MBA Student Organizations Leaders can reserve Classrooms and conference Rooms available on 2nd, 3rd and 4th floor at the McDonough School of Business (MSB) Rafik B. Hariri Building.
Each MBA Student Organization may create up to three future bookings on EMS.
Each booking can last up to 5 hours.
Food and Drink are NOT permitted inside classrooms.
Exceptions must be requested to the MBA Program Office mbaprogramoffice@georgetown.edu at least 15 days in advance
Audiovisual Services: Student leaders must contact the MSB Tech Team at msbhelp@georgetown.edu at least 15 days in advance,
Which classrooms and conference rooms can MBA student organizations reserve in Hariri?
Which classrooms and conference rooms can MBA student organizations reserve in Hariri?
MBA Club Leaders can self-book classrooms on the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th floors at McDonough School of Business - Hariri Building without Staf help.
(230 Lecture (Cap: 62), 240 Case (Cap: 72), 250 Case (Cap: 72), 265 Lecture (Cap: 36), 310 Conference (Cap: 12), 340 Case (Cap: 72), 350 Case (Cap: 72), 360 Lecture (Cap: 53), 370 Lecture (Cap: 61), 415 Conference (Cap: 47))
Click here to view seating charts as a reference.
What is the process for booking Hariri's classrooms as an MBA Student Organization?
What is the process for booking Hariri's classrooms as an MBA Student Organization?
1- Go to EMS and click "Log into Georgetown University Space Request System," then log in using your student organization's username and password.
We suggest logging into EMS in a separate browser profile or an ignocnito window.
Please note you'll need your student org email and unique password that was sent privately to Presidents and EVPs.
If you don't have access to your student org email via SSO, you won't be able to access EMS. Please contact your President and/or EVP.
Click here to view the list of e-mails used to create EMS accounts.
If your president can't access the email listed on this file, please contact mbaprogramoffice@georgetown.edu
Click here to view seating charts as a reference.
Click here to view the Tutorial on how to book rooms on EMS
2- On the left side of the screen, select the button "Create a reservation".
Then, on the Reservation Templates Page, select "book" near the template named "MSB / MBA Hariri Classroom Reservations"
3- Select the date and the time that you would like to reserve, and click "search".
If the room is available during that time, click on the green plus sign near the room, define the number of attendees, and select set up type. Then click "next step"
4- Add your event information, including your contact information (Name, Email and Phone).
This step is important because if anything changes in the availability of the room, they will reach out to you directly. You can choose to add a 2nd contact as well. Then click on "create reservation".
5- You'll receive an e-mail from EMS with your confirmation, and then you are all set.
Please note that academic events have priority on using campus spaces, so if any changes are needed, student leaders will be notified in advance. Ensure your MBA Student organization is following all the Georgetown & MSB Policies, including minor protection and alcohol.
How many rooms can MBA Student Organizations reserve, and what are the restrictions?
How many rooms can MBA Student Organizations reserve, and what are the restrictions?
Each MBA Student Organizations may create up to three future bookings on EMS.
Each booking will require its own reservation (ie may only reserve one space per reservation submission)
If you need more than 3 rooms, please contact mbaprogramoffice@georgetown.edu at least 15 days in advance
Student Orgs will not be able to save individual reservations if:
A booking lasts more than 5 hours
A contact name and email address are not included
Exceptions must be requested to the MBA Program Office mbaprogramoffice@georgetown.edu at least 15 days in advance
Please note that academic events have priority on using campus spaces, so if any changes are needed, student leaders will be notified in advance.
STUDENT LEADERS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR SETTING UP AND CLEARING THE SPACES BEFORE AND AFTER EVENTS. STUDENTS ARE NOT ALLOWED TO MOVE FURNITURE AROUND THE HARIRI BUILDING WITHOUT APPROVAL FROM MBA PROGRAM OFFICE. FEES WILL BE APPLIED.
Fisher Colloquium
Fisher Colloquium
Fisher Colloquium
37th and O St., NW
20057 Washington, DC
Hariri Building – 4th Floor
To book Fisher & Lorhfink, MBA student leaders must email the MBA Program Office at least 30 days in advance.
When reserving Fisher, student leaders are responsible for contracting all additional items (extra tables, linens, trash service, etc) and request A/V support.
The student leaders are responsible for setting and clearing the room and/or working with their vendors to do so.
Audiovisual Services: Student leaders must contact the MSB Tech Team at msbhelp@georgetown.edu at least 15 days in advance,
Click here to view Fisher's website & learn more about the space
Click here to view Fisher Sample Floorplans (for examples of how to set up the room)
Room capacities:
250 - Standing room
200 - Theater style, no stage
150 - Theater style with small stage
180 - Banquet rounds, no stage
140 - Banquet rounds with small stage
Items included with reservation:
(175) audience chairs included with the venue, along with (4) quality speaker chairs
(4) 6 ft tables provided (no linens)
(1) lectern/podium in the room
(4) screens for projection built into the ceiling in the room
Kitchen space built into the room for catering support
Rental fees:
Free for MBA & McDonough Students.
For campus partners outside of the McDonough School of Business:
$200 per hour (4 hour - $800 charge minimum) will be charged to your department work tags
What is the process for reserving Fisher as an MBA Student Organization?
What is the process for reserving Fisher as an MBA Student Organization?
1- Check Availability:
Log in to your MBA student organization EMS account and review Fisher Colloquium's availability.
(From the login page, on the left under Browse, select Locations => Add/Remove Locations => Views => select MSB Hariri Complete => Update Locations)
2- Reservation Request:
Email the MBA Program Office (at least 30 days in advance) with these details:
a. Event Name
b. Event Description
c. Involved Student Organization(s)
d. Event Date
e. Event Start and End Time (excluding setup time)
f. Desired Reservation Start and End Time (including setup time)
g. Expected Number of Attendees
h. Additional Equipment Needed (if any): (extra chairs, tables, linen, trash bins). Be specific on the numbers and types of items you'll need. (E.g., 10 round tables that fit 10 chairs. Check examples on Fisher Floor Sample Plans).
i. Will your event involve VIPs (dignitaries, anyone that requires a security detail)? If yes, send more detailed information.
We'll notify the Protocol Office (Jackson Menner and Mary Haines) and fill up GUPD Event Security request form - Lt. Joyce Pearson
j. Will food be served during the event? If yes, what vendor will you hire? (Please note that student leaders are responsible for ordering food).
k. Will you need A/V Support?
Once information is received, the MBA Program Office Team will send a request to reserve the space on your behalf.
3- Reservation Confirmation:
The McDonough Event Team will review the request and inform you via email if the reservation is confirmed.
4-Post-Reservation Actions:
- Once confirmed, follow the steps on the MBA Event Planning Page.
Ensure your MBA Student organization is following all the Georgetown & MSB Policies, including minors protection and alcohol.
- If food will be served during your event, MBA Students are responsible for contacting/managing vendors for catering.
(Click here to view a list of vendors used by MBA Students)
- For Audio/Video support, contact the MSB Tech Team at msbhelp@georgetown.edu with at least 15 days prior to the event.
(Be specific on what type of support you'll (E.g. Set up screen and audio, microphones, zoom capabilities, someone on-site to help set up)
Review MSB Tech Center Page for AV Support in Events: https://msbtech.georgetown.edu/services/av-events
- If involving major Donors, connect with MSB Advancement.
- If your event involves VIPs (dignitaries, anyone that requires a security detail), inform your MBA Program Office Advisor.
We'll notify the Protocol Office (Jackson Menner and Mary Haines) and fill up GUPD Event Security request form - Lt. Joyce Pearson
5- After the Event:
MBA Student leaders are responsible for room setup, clearing, or coordination with vendors.
Students must take all the trash outside Fisher and take the to the dumpster on the second floor.
The room should look the exactly way that you found it.
What's the difference between "Reservation Requested" and "Confirmed"?
What's the difference between "Reservation Requested" and "Confirmed"?
When the MBA Program Office asks to book Fisher or Lohrfink rooms, you'll first get an email confirming your request details, labeled as "Web Request." But this isn't the final confirmation. The actual confirmation, marked as "Confirmed," will arrive once either the McDonough Events or Georgetown Event Management Services Teams approve your request. This "Confirmed" email means your reservation is officially approved and secured. Please note that academic events have priority on using campus spaces, so if any changes are needed, student leaders will be notified in advance.
How can I get additional equipment? (tables, chairs, trash bin etc)
How can I get additional equipment? (tables, chairs, trash bin etc)
If additional Equipment Needed (extra chairs, tables, linen, trash bins), the MBA Program Office will have to make a request for your club to the Georgetown Events Team.
Be specific on the numbers and types of items you'll need. (E.g., 10 round tables that fit 10 chairs. Check examples on Fisher Floor Sample Plans and be specific.
Please note the student leaders are responsible for request trash and trash bins before the event. After the event, they are responsible for dropping the trash on the dumpster on the 2nd floor. The room should look the exactly way that you found it.
Lohrfink Auditorium
Lohrfink Auditorium
Lohrfink Auditorium
37th and O St., NW
20057 Washington, DC
Hariri Building – 2th Floor
Lohrfink Auditorium is located in the Hariri Building. This space is only available to internal clients. It has capacity for 396. The room includes fixed auditorium seating, a fixed podium, and a green room (by request).
Hours of Operation: May be reserved Monday through Saturday between the hours of 7:30am – 11:30pm. It is not available for use on Sundays.
Food and Drink is NOT permitted inside Lohrfink Auditorium. Violation of this may result in additional fees to cover any and all damage or clean-up. A small reception area is available by request.
Audiovisual Services: Student leaders must contact the MSB Tech Team at msbhelp@georgetown.edu at least 15 days in advance,
Directions to the Hariri Building's Lohrfink Auditorium at Georgetown University
What is the process for reserving Lorhfink as an MBA Student Organization?
What is the process for reserving Lorhfink as an MBA Student Organization?
1- Check Availability:
Log in to your MBA student organization EMS account and review Lohrfink Auditorium's availability.
(From the login page, on the left under Browse, select Locations => Add/Remove Locations => Views => select MSB Hariri Complete => Update Locations)
2- Reservation Request:
Email the MBA Program Office (at least 30 days in advance) with these details:
a. Event Name
b. Event Description
c. Involved Student Organization(s)
d. Event Date
e. Event Start and End Time (excluding setup time)
f. Desired Reservation Start and End Time (including setup time)
g. Expected Number of Attendees
h. Additional Equipment Needed (if any)
i. Will your event involve VIPs (dignitaries, anyone that requires a security detail)? If yes, send more detailed information.
j. Would you like to reserve the green room and/or reception area at Lohrfink?
Once information is received, the MBA Program Office Team will send a request to reserve the space on your behalf.
3- Reservation Confirmation:
The Georgetown Event Management Services (GEMS) Team will review the request and inform you via email if the reservation is confirmed.
4-Post-Reservation Actions:
- Once confirmed, follow the steps on the MBA Event Planning Page.
- For Audio/Video support, contact the MSB Tech Team at msbhelp@georgetown.edu with at least 15 days prior to the event.
(Be specific on what type of support you'll (E.g. Set up screen and audio, microphones, zoom capabilities, someone on-site to help set up)
Review MSB Tech Center Page for AV Support in Events: https://msbtech.georgetown.edu/services/av-events
- If involving major Donors, connect with MSB Advancement.
- If your event involves VIPs (dignitaries, anyone that requires a security detail), inform your MBA Program Office Advisor.
We'll notify the Protocol Office (Jackson Menner and Mary Haines) and fill up GUPD Event Security request form - Lt. Joyce Pearson
5- After the Event:
MBA Student leaders are responsible for room setup, clearing, or coordination with vendors.
Food and Drink is NOT permitted inside Lohrfink Auditorium. Violation of this may result in additional fees to cover any and all damage or clean-up. A small reception area is available by request.
What's the difference between "Reservation Requested" and "Confirmed"?
What's the difference between "Reservation Requested" and "Confirmed"?
When the MBA Program Office asks to book Fisher or Lohrfink rooms, you'll first get an email confirming your request details, labeled as "Web Request." But this isn't the final confirmation. The actual confirmation, marked as "Confirmed," will arrive once either the McDonough Events or Georgetown Event Management Services Teams approve your request. This "Confirmed" email means your reservation is officially approved and secured. Please note that academic events have priority on using campus spaces, so if any changes are needed, student leaders will be notified in advance.
PwC Plaza (Hariri First Floor Patio)
PwC Plaza (Hariri First Floor Patio)
PwC Plaza is the first floor patio located on the east side of the Hariri Building fronting Regents Lawn.
Tent: PwC Plaza is fitted with a tent structure during specific times of the year to provide additional event/reception space during peak times (typically September - October and April - May). Please inquire if the tent will be up during your requested date(s) to plan accordingly:
50'x55' tent structure over a brick patio
Covered walkway extension to building entrance
Side-walls can be left open, or tied shut
No equipment (incl. A/V) - there is an external outlet if you contract outside A/V
* There are light pylons running through the space that cannot be removed, so please be aware of these in your setup/usage plan. **Catering vendors can set up a service area in the corner of the tent, or just outside the tented space utilizing their own cover as needed.
Tent capacities:
250 - Standing room
130 - Banquet rounds, no stage area
120 - Banquet rounds with small stage/presentation area
Fees: Free for MBA and McDonough School of Business organizations. For campus partners outside of the McDonough School of Business:
$200 per hour (4 hour - $800 charge minimum) will be charged to your department work tags
If a reservation is cancelled within two weeks prior to the event, McDonough Events reserves the right to charge a cancellation fee up to the amount of the estimated invoice
2. Reserving on-campus spaces OUTSIDE Hariri Building
2. Reserving on-campus spaces OUTSIDE Hariri Building
On-Campus Spaces
On-Campus Spaces
MBA Student Organizations can reserve on-campus spaces. Fees might be applicable. Before requesting to reserve the spaces, review the pages below:
(1) Reserving Student Centers Spaces on Campus Page
(2) Event Spaces at Georgetown University Campus
Non-GEMS Spaces
(3) Space Rental Fees & Pricing
(4) Graduate Student Spaces
(Designated spaces for graduate student meetings, collaborative work, and studying.)
(Student center with common area meeting spaces and rooms, and coffee shops).
(Small meeting and study rooms available in the Lauinger and Bioethics Research Libraries)
What is the process for reserving on-campus spaces outside Hariri as an MBA Student Organization?
What is the process for reserving on-campus spaces outside Hariri as an MBA Student Organization?
1- Check Availability and pricing:
Log in to your MBA student organization EMS account and review spaces availability.
(From the login page, on the left under Browse, select Locations => Add/Remove Locations => Views)
If you can't see it, ask the MBA Program Office to review it for you.
Make sure to review the pricing / cost for each location: https://eventmanagement.georgetown.edu/spaces/pricing/
2- Reservation Request:
Email the MBA Program Office (at least 30 days in advance) with these details:
a. Event Name
b. Event Description
c. Involved Student Organization(s)
d. Event Date
e. Event Start and End Time (excluding setup time)
f. Desired Reservation Start and End Time (including setup time)
g. Expected Number of Attendees
h. Additional Equipment Needed (if any): (extra chairs, tables, linen, trash bins). Be specific on the numbers and types of items you'll need. (E.g., 10 round tables that fit 10 chairs. Check examples on Fisher Floor Sample Plans).
i. Will your event involve VIPs (dignitaries, anyone that requires a security detail)? If yes, send more detailed information.
We'll notify the Protocol Office (Jackson Menner and Mary Haines) and fill up GUPD Event Security request form - Lt. Joyce Pearson
j. Will food be served during the event? If yes, what vendor will you hire? (Please note that student leaders are responsible for ordering food).
k. Will you need A/V Support?
Once information is received, the MBA Program Office Team will send a request to reserve the space on your behalf.
3- Reservation Confirmation:
The Georgetown Events Team (GEMS) will review the request and inform you via email if the reservation is confirmed.
4-Post-Reservation Actions:
- Once confirmed, follow the steps on the MBA Event Planning Page.
Ensure your MBA Student organization is following all the Georgetown & MSB Policies, including minors protection and alcohol.
- If food will be served during your event, MBA Students are responsible for contacting/managing vendors for catering.
(Click here to view a list of vendors used by MBA Students)
- For Audio/Video support, contact the MSB Tech Team at msbhelp@georgetown.edu with at least 15 days prior to the event.
(Be specific on what type of support you'll (E.g. Set up screen and audio, microphones, zoom capabilities, someone on-site to help set up)
Review MSB Tech Center Page for AV Support in Events: https://msbtech.georgetown.edu/services/av-events
- If involving major Donors, connect with MSB Advancement.
- If your event involves VIPs (dignitaries, anyone that requires a security detail), inform your MBA Program Office Advisor.
We'll notify the Protocol Office (Jackson Menner and Mary Haines) and fill up GUPD Event Security request form - Lt. Joyce Pearson
5- After the Event:
MBA Student leaders are responsible for room setup, clearing, or coordination with vendors.
Students must take all the trash outside Fisher and take the to the dumpster on the second floor.
The room should look the exactly way that you found it.
MBA Clubs that are GradGov-Recognized
MBA Clubs that are GradGov-Recognized
Self-booking for GradGov-recognized clubs:
MBA Student Organizations that are recognized by GradGov can book rooms OUTSIDE Hariri without staff help. Log in to your MBA student organization EMS account and make the reservation.
Interested in becoming recognized by GradGov? Complete the Prospective Group Interest Form. As a bonus, GradGov-recognized clubs receive an additional $500 per semester from GradGov.
MBA Clubs that are NOT GradGov-Recognized
MBA Clubs that are NOT GradGov-Recognized
Non-GradGov Recognized: How to reserve on-campus spaces outside Hariri?
Non-GradGov Recognized: How to reserve on-campus spaces outside Hariri?
1- Check Availability:
Log in to your MBA student organization EMS account and review spaces' availability.
(From the login page, on the left under Browse, select Locations => Add/Remove Locations => Views => select MSB Hariri Complete => Update Locations)
2- Reservation Request:
Email the MBA Program Office (at least 15 days in advance) with these details:
a. Location desired & Event Name
b. Event Description
c. Involved Student Organization(s)
d. Event Date
e. Event Start and End Time (excluding setup time)
f. Desired Reservation Start and End Time (including setup time)
g. Expected Number of Attendees
h. Additional Equipment Needed (if any): (extra chairs, tables, linen, trash bins). Be specific on the numbers and types of items you'll need. (E.g., 10 round tables that fit 10 chairs. Check examples on Fisher Floor Sample Plans).
i. Will your event involve VIPs (dignitaries, anyone that requires a security detail)? If yes, send more detailed information.
We'll notify the Protocol Office (Jackson Menner and Mary Haines) and fill up GUPD Event Security request form - Lt. Joyce Pearson
j. Will food be served during the event? If yes, what vendor will you hire? (Please note that student leaders are responsible for ordering food)
Once information is received, the MBA Program Office Team will send a request to reserve the space on your behalf.
3- Reservation Confirmation:
Theteam responsible for the space will review the request and inform you via email if the reservation is confirmed.
4-Post-Reservation Actions:
- Once confirmed, follow the steps on the MBA Event Planning Page.
Ensure your MBA Student organization is following all the Georgetown & MSB Policies, including minors protection and alcohol.
- If food will be served during your event, MBA Students are responsible for contacting/managing vendors for catering.
(Click here to view a list of vendors used by MBA Students)
- For Audio/Video support, contact the MSB Tech Team at msbhelp@georgetown.edu with at least 15 days prior to the event.
(Be specific on what type of support you'll (E.g. Set up screen and audio, microphones, zoom capabilities, someone on-site to help set up)
- If involving major Donors, connect with MSB Advancement.
- If your event involves VIPs (dignitaries, anyone that requires a security detail), inform your MBA Program Office Advisor.
We'll notify the Protocol Office (Jackson Menner and Mary Haines) and fill up GUPD Event Security request form - Lt. Joyce Pearson
5- After the Event:
MBA Student leaders are responsible for room setup, clearing, or coordination with vendors.
3. Reserving off-campus spaces
3. Reserving off-campus spaces
MBA Student Organizations can organize spaces off-campus, and for that, student leaders are responsible for reserving venues.
Review MBA Event Planning Page.
Ensure your MBA Student organization is following all the Georgetown & MSB Policies, including minor protection and alcohol.
Contracts or agreements?
If signing an agreement is needed, please contact the MBA Program Office at least 15 days in advance.
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