The University Center, Kent State University at Stark

The University Center, Kent State University at Stark, is Northeast Ohio's most technologically advanced conference center. Accredited under the stringent guidelines of the International Association of Conference Centers (IACC), it is among a few elite in the area to receive this distinction. Strategically located between Columbus and Cleveland, The University Center is served by the Akron-Canton Airport, just a short, three-mile drive, and Cleveland-Hopkins Airport. Our complete day meeting packages offer all-inclusive, per-person, per-day rates, making the booking process simple for our clients.

The University Center is an ideal venue for:

• Corporate meetings and events
• Social events
• Computer training
• Videoconferencing
• Employee education
• Trade shows
• Elegant cuisine

Meeting Space

With seating for up to 400 people in a banquet setting or 645 in a theatre setting, the Timken Great Hall is the ideal venue for business gatherings, trade shows, weddings and social events. The hall offers flexibility for large groups but can also be divided into three sections to accommodate smaller meetings or events.

Quality technical support in all audiovisual presentation media including computer graphics and video, interactive technology, high-tech lighting, cameras, multiple projection screens and sophisticated sound systems are available.

Additionally, state-of-the-art meeting rooms are available for groups ranging from 10 to 100 people. Our dining room features a daily chef's choice executive buffet luncheon that is included in our daily meeting packages.

• Number of Breakout Rooms: 14
• Total Square Footage: 14,355
• Maximum Capacity in Largest Room Banquet Style: 400