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Welcome to University Life Space & Events

We are your Student Center.

The oldest operating student center in the country, the Student Center @ Houston Hall was built in 1896 as a private club space for Penn students. Today, this historic building remains at the center of campus life – a place where students, faculty, staff, alumni and guests gather for social, cultural, recreational, and educational activities. It provides a welcoming environment where students can interact with each other, support their community, and find a home away from home.

Student Center @ Houston Hall

Space and Events is proud to maintain and support the Student Center @ Houston Hall , the nation’s oldest operating student center. Our spaces are the central home for the Penn community.
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Our Venues

Space and Events is equipped with numerous customizable spaces to meet your needs, whether you are looking to accommodate a large conference or an intimate meeting.
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Space and Events COVID Updates

Space and Events Response to Covid Operations

Student Center @ Houston Hall: Access is for specific purposes including COVID testing:

  • Entry for the COVID testing sites is through the tents located on the Spruce-street side of Houston Hall
  • Insomnia Cookies and University Copy Service are open for remote ordering
  • Meetings and event spaces may be requested using the reservation system and will be approved in accordance with state and local guidance
  • Additional remote resources and activities for students

Space and Events Staff is here to help during this time. Please address any questions you may have about existing or future reservations, as well as those concerning building operations, to reserve@pobox.upenn.edu. It may take up to two business days to receive a reply.

Irvine Auditorium: Access is for specific purposes including COVID testing

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Spring 2022 Semester Building Hours

Student Center @ Houston Hall

Monday – Friday
8:00 am – 6:00 pm

summer hours

 

The Arts, Research, and Culture House (ARCH)

Monday – Friday
9:00 am – 5:00 pm

summer hours

Irvine Piano Practice Room

 

Penncard holders can sign out a practice room key at the Houston Hall Front Desk.

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