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Event and Conference Services

Host Your Next Event With Us

St. Edward’s University is home to multiple venues that can host your meeting, conference or event for your external organization.

Venues Map Venue Reservation Fees Reserve Using 25Live (For Internal Use Only)

Venue Directory

BuildingRoomCapacityAudioVisualImage GalleryRates
Ragsdale Center101 – Jones311Microphones (4x), House PAFront projection, House video camerasJones Images

FULL DAY (4+ hours): $2,300

HALF DAY (Up to 4 hours): $1,350

John Brooks Williams South186 – Carter128Microphones (4x + podium), House PAFront projection (retractable screen), House video camera + doc camCarter Auditorium Images

FULL DAY (4+ hours): $1,100

HALF DAY (Up to 4 hours): $700

BuildingRoomCapacityAudioVisualImage GalleryRates
Ragsdale Center326 – Mabee (Full)Seated: 400, Standing: 750Microphones (4x), House PA

Rear projection

Stage

Mabee Full Images

FULL DAY (4+ hours): $2,200

HALF DAY (4+ hours): $1,400

Ragsdale Center326A – Mabee ASeated: 100, Standing: 140Microphones (4x), House PA

Rear projection

Stage

Mabee A Images

FULL DAY (4+ hours): $900

HALF DAY (4+ hours): $600

Ragsdale Center326AB – Mabee A+B Combo (wall removed)Seated: 300, Standing: 400Microphones (4x), House PA

Rear projection

Stage

Mabee A+B Images

FULL DAY (4+ hours): $1,500

HALF DAY (4+ hours): $900

Ragsdale Center326B – Mabee BSeated: 96, Standing: 130Microphone inputs
House PA		Front projection (optional)
Retractable screen		Mabee B Images

FULL DAY (4+ hours): $700

HALF DAY (4+ hours): $450

Ragsdale Center326C – Mabee CSeated: 96, Standing: 140Microphone inputs
House PA		Front projection (optional)
Retractable screen		Mabee C Images

FULL DAY (4+ hours): $700

HALF DAY (4+ hours): $450

Ragsdale Center326BC – Mabee B+C Combo (wall removed)Seated: 180, Standing: 400Microphone inputs
House PA		Front projection (optional)Mabee B+C Images

FULL DAY (4+ hours): $1,400

HALF DAY (4+ hours): $800

BuildingRoomCapacityAudioVisualImage GalleryRates
John Brooks Williams South18018House speakers and recording micLarge display monitor, WebcamJBWS 180 Images

FULL DAY (4+ HOURS): $200

HALF DAY (Up to 4 HOURS): $125

Ragsdale Center301 – Lucas16House speakers and recording micFront projection WebcamLucas Images

FULL DAY (4+ HOURS): $200

HALF DAY (Up to 4 HOURS): $125

Ragsdale Center319 - Rice16House speakers and recording micLarge display monitor, WebcamRice Images

FULL DAY (4+ HOURS): $200

HALF DAY (Up to 4 HOURS): $125

Ragsdale Center321 – Herndon10House speakers and recording micLarge display monitor, WebcamHerndon Images

FULL DAY (4+ HOURS): $150

HALF DAY (Up to 4 HOURS): $115

Ragsdale Center322 – Ikard10House speakers and recording micLarge display monitor, WebcamIkard Images

FULL DAY (4+ HOURS): $150

HALF DAY (Up to 4 HOURS): $115

Ragsdale Center328 – Winstead10House speakers and recording micLarge display monitor, WebcamWinstead Images

FULL DAY (4+ HOURS): $150

HALF DAY (Up to 4 HOURS): $115

Ragsdale Center329 – Bodine10House speakers and recording micLarge display monitor, WebcamBodine Images

FULL DAY (4+ HOURS): $150

HALF DAY (Up to 4 HOURS): $115

BuildingRoomCapacityAudioVisualImage GalleryRates
Main BuildingMain 320 – Maloney49Microphones (2x), House PAFront Projection (optional) Retractable ScreenMaloney Room ImagesFULL DAY (4+ HOURS): $700 

HALF DAY (Up to 4 HOURS): $400
St. André Apartments PVLE 031 – St. André Multipurpose Room80Microphones (2x), House PAFront Projection (optional) Retractable ScreenSt. André Multipurpose Room ImagesFULL DAY (4+ HOURS): $400 

HALF DAY (Up to 4 HOURS): $200
BuildingsCapacityAudioVisualImage GalleryRates
JBWS, Moody, Trustee, Equity32House PAFront projectionClassroom Images

FULL DAY (4+ hours): $250

HALF DAY (Up to 4 hours): $165

Campus Venue Building Map

A day time photo of the front of Ragsdale Center, a building on the campus of St. Edwards

Ragsdale Center

Mabee Ballroom

Jones Auditorium 

Lucas, Rice, Bodine, Herndon, Ikard, and Winstead Conference Rooms

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John Brooks Williams - South (JBWS)

Carter Auditorium 

JBWS 180 Conference Room

Classrooms 

Scenic photo of main building at st Edwards

Main Building

The Maloney Room 

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St. André Apartments

St. André Multipurpose Room 

External Events and Summer Conferences

From corporate meetings to educational and community gatherings, we offer the perfect combination of professional facilities and a welcoming atmosphere.

Our campus features:

  • Over 40 indoor and outdoor event spaces to accommodate a variety of needs.
  • Advanced audio/visual technology and on-site support.
  • Ample parking, convenient access to downtown Austin, and a short drive from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport.
  • On-site dining options with customizable meal plans from Bon Appétit.

2025 Conference Dates: June 1 – August 1, 2025

Every summer, St. Edward’s University hosts a wide variety of groups and organizations for our Summer Conference Program. By hosting a variety of camps, conferences, and programs organized by our clients, we are your one-stop destination for both conference housing and event needs. Our campus offers comfortable housing accommodations across multiple residence halls, with over 450 rooms available each summer.

To check availability and review our venue reservation fees chart, or contact Kel Brigance at kbrigan@stedwards.edu. 

When reaching out, please provide the following information:

  • A brief description of your event and organization.
  • Your preferred event dates (1st, 2nd, and 3rd choices).
  • Details about your venue needs.
  • Audio/Visual requirements.

To check availability and pricing, please contact Kel Brigance, Assistant Director of Event & Conference Services, at kbrigan@stedwards.edu. 

Please be prepared to provide the following information:

  • A brief description of your event, organization, and expected headcount.
  • Your preferred event dates (1st, 2nd, and 3rd choices).
  • Details about your meeting room needs.
  • Audio/Visual requirements.
  • Any additional details to help us tailor our services to your event.
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Contact Us

Hours

Monday–Friday: 8:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m.
Saturday: 9:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.
Sunday: CLOSED

Location

Ragsdale Center 
2nd floor, Room 206

Get in Touch

Event and Conference Services
events@stedwards.edu
512-448-8796

External and Sponsored Events Inquiries
Kelly Brigance
512-416-5896

Internal Events Scheduling and Questions
Laurent Williams
512-448-8456

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