Reserve a space for your occasion

From meetings and presentations to banquets and weddings, we've got you covered. The IMU offers the tech, customizable room layouts, and a welcoming, knowledgeable staff to make your next event a success.

Check out our Meetings and Events page to learn how we can help plan your next events.

Meetings and Events

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Banquet and ballroom spaces

Our banquet and ballroom spaces can accommodate everything from small groups to 1,200-seat lectures

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Outdoor and campus spaces

Outdoor spaces at the IMU and around campus are available for departmental and student organization events.

History and renewal

hawk shop cafe seating and coffee

Hawk Shop Café and Market

The Hawk Shop Café and Market is connected to the Iowa Hawk Shop bookstore in the ground floor of the IMU and sells everything from snacks to toiletries and includes a Starbucks.

first floor lounge looking west

IMU Renovation Project

The Iowa Memorial Union will undergo renovations starting summer 2025 to modernize social spaces, dining, and student resources while preserving its historic role as the heart of campus.

Upcoming Events at the IMU

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2026 UISRM Symposium

Monday, September 14, 2026 9:30am to 3:30pm
Iowa Memorial Union (IMU)

Students interested in pursuing a career in sport and recreation are encouraged to attend this professional development event. Attendees will hear from keynote speakers and panelists working in professional sports, intercollegiate athletics, and recreation. The networking session will allow attendees to introduce themselves to prospective employers.

Registration for the 2026 UISRM Symposium is required. Visit the UISRM Symposium website and visit the Registration page to ensure your participation...

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Study Abroad Fair

Tuesday, September 15, 2026 11:00am to 3:00pm
Iowa Memorial Union (IMU)

Ready to take your UI education beyond Iowa City?

The University of Iowa Study Abroad Fair takes place Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. (CDT) in the Iowa Memorial Union (IMU) International Ballroom.

Whether you're just curious or already planning, this is your opportunity to discover what studying abroad can look like for you.

At the fair, you'll discover:

Short-term, semester-long, and faculty-led programs in over 40 countries

Internship and research opportunities that count toward...

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Dept. of Computer Science - CS Meet and Greet

Tuesday, September 15, 2026 3:30pm to 5:00pm
Iowa Memorial Union (IMU)
Have you just declared or are you considering a major or minor in computer science, informatics, data science, or computer science and engineering? Come learn more about our programs and what to expect.
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