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Reserve a Space on Campus

Reserve a Space on the Zanesville Campus

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Ohio University Zanesville offers a variety of meeting rooms, promotional spaces, multi-purpose event area, and outdoor venues that can be reserved for meetings, conferences, banquets, galas and much more.

All users of Ohio University Zanesville's facilities must adhere to university rules, regulations, and policies, as well as applicable state and federal laws, including fire and police department regulations.

During the academic year, Ohio University Zanesville's facilities prioritize events and activities for students, faculty, and staff. All requests (both university-affiliated and non-affiliated) will be considered on a case-by-case basis, provided there is available space, staffing, and resources.

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Available Spaces & Rates

Classrooms

Classroom Commercial Non-Profit Seating Capacity
Standard
$110.00 $55.00 14 to 30
Large
$140.00 $70.00 32 to 54

Conference Room

Space Commercial Non-Profit Seating Capacity
Standard Conference Room
$150.00 $75.00 13 to 30
Space Room Seating Capacity
Elson Hall | Conference Room
W112 16
Elson Hall | Conference Room
186 20

Auditorium

Space Commercial Non-Profit Seating Capacity
Standard Auditorium
$350.00 $175.00 101 to 300
Space Room Seating Capacity
Elson Hall | Auditorium
120 295

Campus Specific Space

In addition to general classrooms, conference rooms, and auditorium space, Ohio University Zanesville provides a campus-specific space for rental on a limited basis to individuals or outside organizations.

Space Seating Capacity Commercial Non-Profit
Rogge Pavilion*
24 $200.00 $100.00

*Note: Restrooms will be closed October 15 - April 15. Normal open days/times are Monday-Friday (7 am - 8 pm). For events held after hours and weekends, where there are more than 50 participants, organizers need to arrange for portable restrooms to be placed in the Elson Hall parking lot near the trail for use on the day of the event. 

Events on Collegial Woods Trails

Muskingum Valley Park District (MVPD) owns and operates the gravel perimeter trail, the wooded area with natural surface trails, and Joe’s Run Recreational Trail. 

Please contact Michelle Illing with MVPD at 740.455.8237 or mlilling@muskingumcounty.org to use the perimeter trail for 5K’s or any organized events. 

Event requirements:

  • You will need to request a Special Use Permit by visiting our website HERE .
  • If you want restroom facilities, you will need to rent portables for your event.
  • Every 5K participant needs to sign a Waiver and Release form prior to the event or day of. We have digital forms that can also be printed for your use.
  • You will need to add Muskingum Valley Park District on your Certificate of Liability Insurance policy. Contact your insurance company and ask that they list us as additionally insured. This protects the park district should an accident occurs on our property. Your insurance company should provide this service at no additional cost.

In addition, you must alsocontact Tracey Humphrey at 740.588.1434 or  humphret@ohio.edu  and complete the OHIO Zanesville Facilities Use Request Form for events on the Collegial Woods Trails that use the Cora E. Rogge Pavilion.

Park Overview Waiver and Release Form Request a Permit Form

Rules and Regulations

Additional Fees

There are additional maintenance and IT fees applied when outside of normal business hours.

Weekend, Evening and Holiday

Commercial ($300) and Non-Profit ($150)

Normal Business Hours

Monday - Friday | 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Saturday | Closed
Sunday | Closed

Additional Considerations

During peak academic times, university holidays and other high-demand periods, event spaces may have limited availability. Please contact the Dean's Office to discuss your needs, and we will do our best to accommodate them. The following are times when space may be unavailable:

  • Winter Break Closure (typically occurs around December 25 - January 1)
  • Spring Break (typically occurs in March)
  • Week of Spring Graduation Recognition Ceremonies (typically held in May)
  • First full week before Fall Semester (typically occurs in August)
  • First week of Fall and Spring Semesters (typically occurs in August and January
  • Official holiday include:
Holiday Date
New Year's Day January 1
Martin Luther King Day Third Monday in January
*President's Day *Third Monday in February
Memorial Day Last Monday in May
Juneteenth June 19
Independence Day July 4
Labor Day First Monday in September
*Indigenous Peoples'/Columbus Day *Second Monday in October
Veteran's Day November 11
Thanksgiving Day Fourth Thursday in November
Christmas Day December 25

Contact Us

Tracey Humphrey | Interim Executive Assistant, Dean’s Office
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