To schedule space on campus you will need to work with the University Events & Conference Services Office (uecs@kent.edu; 330-672-3202). All meetings and events need to be scheduled through the UECS Office for resource and safety purposes.
Below is a list of tips that can be useful in properly planning for your student organization to host an event. For all events taking place on campus, please make sure to reserve space through University Events and Conference Services.
Establishing goals and objectives for your event/meeting can be made easy by asking yourself/group the following questions: (Note: These should be measurable)
Establishing a budget early on provides a solid foundation for any event or meeting. Consider the following with establishing your event/meeting budget:
Informing your intended audience of your event/meeting is one of the most important elements of planning. Be sure to consider the following:
Planning how your event/meeting will run prior to the event is the best way to ensure success. Be sure to plan the following:
Tie-up any last minute details and loose ends at least one week prior to your event/meeting date.
Double check, triple check, and look over your checklist one more time to ensure no detail has been overlooked. Check it one more time for good measures.
Evaluate how your event/meeting went. Ask yourself/your team the following questions: