Types - Oakland Center - Oakland University

User Groups

The policies and procedures that apply to the Oakland Center are listed among Oakland University's Administrative Policies and Procedures.

Student groups receive priority, to the extent possible, over other university and off-campus groups in scheduling facilities at the Oakland Center. In each case, the policies and procedures for reserving meeting rooms and informational tables must be followed. Fees for facility and equipment rental and set up also may apply as prescribed in this policy.

User Group A

Recognized University groups including faculty and staff groups, all University departments, and registered student organizations associated directly with the University.

Sponsored meetings and events must be directly related to conducting official University business for a University audience which consists primarily of University participants. Set-up and clean-up fees may be charged to department and organization accounts.

User Group B

Recognized University groups including faculty and staff groups, all University departments, and registered student organizations associated directly with the University.

User Group B is different because they charge admission or registration fees, collect donations, generate funds in any manner, promote business products or services, or include event and or meeting participants primarily from off-campus but are related to University business. Those in User Group B must have a sponsoring department or organization that lists a University department employee or student organization officer as the main contact person for event planning, coordination and decision making.

This group includes all regional and national conferences affiliated with University departments and/or registered student organizations. All User Group B fees and charges shall be billed directly to a University account. A facility service agreement is required.

User Group C

Non-recognized groups (Group C) include all off-campus profit and non-profit organizations, groups, corporations, businesses, religious organizations, churches, clubs and individuals.

User Group C also includes University departments and individually sponsored organizations, events, programs, conferences, camps and meetings which are not directly related to University business. A facility service agreement is required.

Special Events, Conferences and Weddings

Let the quality and personal attention of the Oakland Center staff help to make your wedding reception, special event or conference everything that you have dreamed of!

Event or conference coordination
Exceptional on-site catering with specialized menus, linens and experienced chefs
Room set up and tear down, including tables, chairs, dance floor and stages
A full range of audio-visual equipment
Full service scheduling of campus services to include golf, meeting space, receptions, recreation center, and off-site activities.
Housing for overnight conferences

Ground Events

Runs and Walks

The associate director will guide you step-by-step, coordinating the necessary departments and personnel to ensure an efficient and successful one-stop experience.

Film Productions

The film liaison will guide you step-by-step, coordinating the necessary departments and personnel to ensure an efficient and successful one-stop experience.

Law enforcement and fire services are provided by the University and nearby Auburn Hills and have the capacity and flexibility to provide any and all necessary safety required for filming locations. On-site catering for the cast and crew during production is also available.

Oakland County offers a talented crew base, affordable office and studio space, established production support companies and desirable housing for cast and crew all in a great location.

Student Orgs

Miscellaneous