Reservations
Inquiries and reservations for use of the Dr. Leland and Dorothy Olson Atrium and William H. Northwall, M.D. Plaza must be made through the Event Coordinator by completing the request form. For general information or questions about the spaces, contact 402-559-5192 or eventscenter@unmc.edu.
Inquiries and reservations for use of the John A. Aita, M.D. Family Balcony must be made through the Chancellor’s Office by calling 402-559-4200.
Costs/Capacity
Dr. Leland and Dorothy Olson Atrium
A modern connection between UNMC’s past and present, this space offers natural light, gorgeous views, and is a unique gathering location for theater-style and smaller special events.
- Seated Lunch/Dinner: up to 88 guests
- Auditorium/Lecture: up to 100 guests
- Cocktail Reception: up to 100 guests
Costs*
- Monday-Friday daytime events (7 AM-5 PM): $350
- Monday-Sunday evening and weekend events: $450
William H. Northwall, M.D. Plaza (outdoor space)
This beautifully manicured outdoor space featuring Convergence, a sculpture by the Jenny Sabin Studio, is the perfect location for a pre-event reception.
- Cocktail Reception: up to 100 guests
- Note: the Olson Atrium will also be reserved as a backup location in the event of inclement weather
- No audio/visual services are available outdoors
Costs*
Monday-Friday daytime events (7 AM-5 PM): not available
Monday-Sunday evening and weekend events: $450
John A. Aita, M.D. Family Balcony
The balcony provides a versatile meeting and collaborative environment with great views of the original façade of University Hospital, the Northwall Plaza and other campus buildings. This space includes a MultiTaction video wall with Zoom capabilities.
- Inquiries and reservations for use of the John A. Aita, M.D. Family Balcony must be made through the Chancellor’s Office by calling 402-559-4200.
*Rental rates include tables, chairs, set-up, and tear-down. Additional charges apply for catering, linens, audio/visual equipment, valet parking, additional tables or chairs beyond what is available in the space, or after hours labor to move furniture. The Event Coordinator can assist in providing an estimate and ordering items and services for the event. Cost center numbers will be charged for event-related expenses after the event.
Parking
UNMC provides free parking on campus. Temporary parking assignments and shuttles for special events are coordinated through UNMC Parking Services at parking@unmc.edu. Please discuss your parking needs with them at least 30-days prior to the event date.
Parking space for the event is not guaranteed. UNMC assumes no liability or responsibility for damage to any vehicles parked in or on UNMC parking facilities, nor for injury to any persons using the parking facilities. No liability or responsibility is assumed for any vehicle or owner when it becomes necessary to tow or immobilize any vehicle which is in violation of these parking regulations.
Valet service is also available at an additional cost. The event coordinator can assist with making these arrangements.