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 event.

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.

Building community

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Food Pantry at Iowa

The Food Pantry at Iowa provides free nutritious food and basic necessities for University of Iowa students, faculty, and staff in need. Food accessibility and affordability is very important for college students to survive, maintain a healthy lifestyle, and to concentrate in classes.

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Clothing Closet

Each semester, a student can get free professional clothing to be used for interviews, jobs, class presentations, and more. Professional attire in good condition, including shoes and accessories, can be donated at the Clothing Closet any time during its open hours.

Upcoming Events at the IMU

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Grandparents University® 2025

Thursday, July 17, 2025 8:00am to 4:30pm
Iowa Memorial Union (IMU)
Grandparents University® is an intergenerational learning program that allows grandparents — or honorary grandparents — to spend a day of discovery with their grandchildren (ages 8–14).This campus event will offer hands-on educational opportunities with UI experts. You can make lasting memories while exploring engaging topics in everything from the arts and humanities to medicine and science.Learn More!Registration will remain open until Tuesday, July 1 — or until we’ve reached capacity.For more...

Research Supplier Vendor Expo

Thursday, July 17, 2025 11:00am to 1:00pm
Iowa Memorial Union (IMU)
UPCOMING IN-PERSON EVENT - Research Supplier Vendor ExpoFor Researchers at:University of IowaIowa Memorial Union, 2nd Floor125 North Madison StreetThursday, July 17, 2024 • 11:00AM - 1:00PM25+ Lab Suppliers | Free Lunch | T-Shirts, Gifts & Raffles!Pre-Register & Avoid Registration Line: Click HereFree T-Shirt for the First 50 Attendees!Bring your lab to enjoy the upcoming event and visit with the vendors we have listed below. Everyone will have a chance to play to win free door prizes, the new...
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Student Employment Job Fair

Wednesday, August 27, 2025 11:00am to 2:00pm
Iowa Memorial Union (IMU)
This is an excellent opportunity for students to learn about the variety of student hourly and Work-Study jobs available on the UI campus & at qualified off-campus nonprofit Work-Study sites.The University is excited to have students consider campus employment. Research shows that students who are connected to campus are more successful and more likely to continue enrollment and do well academically. Many first-year students choose student employment as their Pick One.Typically more than 30...
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