Regulations
In order to make a reservation, the following information must be supplied: preferred
date of the event, time and duration of event, expected number of persons in attendance,
if food and/or beverage service are needed, and audio visual or other set up needs.
A 60 day notice is required for cancellation of reservations for the multi-purpose
room. Cancellations received after that time and no shows are subject to a fee or
loss of deposit.
Room reservations may not be transferred to another organization/group.
A 48 hour notice is required for cancellation of reservations in all other event spaces
in the David L. Eisler Center for Registered Student Organizations, faculty, and staff.
All non-profit and commercial organizations must cancel seven days in advance. Cancellations
received after that time are assessed a $25.00 fee per room reserved. Non-University
affiliated organizations will forfeit their deposit.
Misuse or chronic cancellations may result in a set-up fee or termination of future
reservation privileges.
Customers holding large events that require a large, detailed, or unusual set up are
required to meet with the David L. Eisler Center staff a minimum of three weeks prior
to the event to ensure clients are aware of all policies regarding the use of space.
In addition, at least one person who is responsible for the event, must attend and
stay throughout the duration of the event.
If damage occurs in a room and/or there is a loss of equipment, the responsible group/party
is assessed a fee reflective of the cost for replacement/repair.
Any group leaving an excessive amount of garbage is assessed a cleanup fee.
Any request for building hours past 12:00am may require Public Safety. Public Safety
costs are the responsibility of the sponsoring organization.
The use of glitter or confetti is prohibited in the David L. Eisler Center. No tacks,
nails, pins, staples, etc. may be used on any papered, paneled, or painted surfaces
or on any walls, mirrors, windows, curtains, or doors.
Due to the demand on space, requests for rehearsal times and client set-up are limited
to four hours at a time in coordination with the operation staff. Request for additional
time will be evaluated on an individual basis if space is available.
Laptops, IPad, CD players and IPods may be used in conjunction with the David L. Eisler
Center sound equipment. External groups requesting the use of laptops, LCD, or sound
equipment is charged a fee.
Customers requesting labor/tech services are charged an additional fee. The fee will
be determined at time of request and based on needs.
Candles and other flammable materials for use in the David L. Eisler Center must be
requested and approved in advance with the David L. Eisler Center Office.
All movies shown in the David L. Eisler Center must be approved in advance and have
copyright approval.
Registered Student Organizations requesting special events/dances in the David L.
Eisler Center should refer to the Registered Student Organization Handbook.
All non-university affiliated events are required to submit a completed Ferris State
Facility Use Agreement and make a deposit.
David L. Eisler Center Facility Guidelines
The David L. Eisler Center reserves the right to move meetings or events to maximize
the use of the facility.
e may not be rearranged in the rooms without prior approval of the David L. Eisler
Center staff.
Users agree and understand that during their event other events may be taking place
in the David L. Eisler Center and shall conduct its activities so as not to interfere
with other events. Users are expected to be courteous to other facility users.
The University accepts NO liability for property damage or injury to persons in connection
with their event.
The University reserves the right to require proof of adequate insurance coverage
from the user.
David L. Eisler Center building hours may be extended to accommodate events for a
fee which will be determined at the time of request. A minimum 10 day notice is required
to request extended hours.
David L. Eisler Center Dining/Catering Guidelines
Any food or beverage ordered for all conference and meeting space must be purchased
through Ferris Dining/Catering Services. No food or beverage may be brought into the
David L. Eisler Center. A fee will be assessed and/or future reservations may be cancelled
if food or beverages are brought into the David L. Eisler Center.