Our Mission
At the heart of Pittsburgh, Duquesne University's lush, hilltop campus provides a distinctive setting for conferences and special events of varying magnitude. Our campus offers meeting rooms, classrooms, lecture halls, and spacious ballrooms to host your one day event, multi-day conference, or elegant wedding reception! Our seasoned coordinators will provide hands-on assistance in every step of the planning process.
In accordance with the University's Mission, Conference & Event Services executes official university functions, provides professional event solutions, and maintains event spaces for university constituents, alumni, friends and affiliates. Exceeding customer expectations is at the heart of all of our services, which include:
- Creating, coordinating and/or supporting a variety of events for internal and external audiences, including social and academic University functions of varying scale, as well as wedding receptions, conferences and overnight housing for alumni and university affiliates.
- Ensuring efficient service, scheduling and maintenance for a variety of campus event spaces.
Event Planning Resources
Audio / Visual Services
Additional services and equipment can be added - please consult our Technology Services team for more details!
Parkhurst Dining & Catering
Parkhurst serves as the exclusive food service provider on campus. Their food is skillfully
made by expert chefs and served by a caring team. Duquesne guests will have their
choice of a wide variety of delicious and healthy meals, featuring local and sustainable
food sources and accommodations for every diet.
Cafeteria Meals & Dining Plans
Meals are an important component to any event or conference. A meal plan will afford conference guests a variety of menu options, with flexible dining times and ample seating. Meal plans can be customized to meet your conference schedule and event needs.
Typical meal service times:
Monday-Friday
Breakfast: 7:30am-9:00am
Lunch: 11:30am-1:00pm
Dinner: 4:30pm-6:00pm
Saturday & Sunday
Brunch: 11:30am-1:00pm
Dinner: 4:30pm-6:00pm
Catering Services
The Parkhurst catering team will work closely with you to create a menu that will
impress your guests! From a continental breakfast to an elegant plated dinner, all
menus can be customized to meet your event style.
Parking Management
Though every effort is made to accommodate parking for your event, on-campus parking is unavailable during peak garage hours (from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday during the academic year.)
Whether you are looking for a small conference room, lecture hall for 200, or banquet
facility, Duquesne University has a variety of meeting and event spaces available
throughout the year. Classrooms can be used for formal instruction and informal break-out spaces. Rooms
are equipped with tablet arm chairs or tables & chairs. Each room has integrated audio-visual
equipment. Classroom availability is subject to academic schedule. Duquesne University offers a variety of different meeting facility spaces. Meeting
facilities are subject to availability based upon the academic schedule. A dedicated
event staff member will work with you to plan a successful event from start to finish. Integrated AV includes use of projector, screen, desktop computer, and sound system. Located on the top level of the Power Center, the Charles J. Dougherty ballroom features
expansive, customizable event space for various sizes and types of functions. The
silver certified LEED space features a spectacular view of downtown from floor to
ceiling windows and two outdoor decks. The ballroom can be configured to accommodate large scale banquets of 350 and lectures
of 800, to mid-sized gatherings, wedding receptions or intimate cocktail receptions. The Fides Shepperson Suite, conveniently located adjacent to the ballroom, is ideal
for pre-dinner receptions and event registration. Location: 3rd Floor, Duquesne Union Accommodates lecture seating for 250 or banquet seating for up to 150. Ideal location
for a Breakout Session, Banquet, or large group meeting space. Location: 4th Floor, Duquesne Union The Union Ballroom features windows on the north and south side of the building, allowing
for lots of natural light. Hardwood floors line the center of the room, with new carpet
spanning the space. Glass windows enclose the upper portion of the room. If your event would be better executed with additional microphones for a detailed
panel discussion, a confidence monitor to aid your presenter, or livestreaming your
event - we've got you covered! Union Ballroom: Features a lectern with built-in microphone, laptop computer, presentation remote,
and HDMI input for connection of personal devices; up to 6 wireless lapel or handheld
microphones. The projector, screen and speakers are ceiling-mounted. Around the perimeter
of the room are 8 flat panel monitors to enhance visibility. Africa Room: Features two ceiling-mounted projectors, two screens and speakers; a lectern with
a microphone, desktop computer, monitor, presentation remote, HDMI input for connecting
personal devices (cable not provided); up to four wireless handheld microphones. Rooms 109, 119 and 613: Each room feature a ceiling-mounted projector, screen and speakers; a height adjustable
- ADA accessible - lectern with built-in desktop computer, monitor, presentation remotes,
Blu-ray players and HDMI inputs for connection of personal devices (cable not provided). Room 607: This small meeting room offers a display with HDMI connection to connect personal
devices. Facilities & Venues
Africa Room
Union Ballroom
Enhanced Audio-Visual Equipment
Contact Us
Please contact us for more information or to schedule your event!
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