UC Building Hours and Updates to AV Services Fees

Fall 2025-Spring 2026 University Commons Hours of Operation

Monday – Thursday: 7:30AM to 11:00PM
Friday – 7:30AM to 10:00PM
Saturday – 8:00AM to 10:00PM
Sunday – 8:00AM to 11:00PM

The University Commons Operations team is committed to hosting and helping you execute events in the building. Should you want to host an event that falls outside of our operating hours, we ask that you provide at least two weeks’ notice so that we can secure appropriate staffing for your event.  All requests for an extension of hours should be submitted with your 25Live room request. Note: student organizations are not charged a fee for extension of hours.

Updated Fees as of 7.1.25

• Audio/Visual Services - $20.00/hour - for the duration of the event. Minimum charge - $40
  • Charge is based on the event hours listed in 25live
  • 30 minutes for set-up time and troubleshooting, 30 minutes for event breakdown is added to the cost
  • Set-up and testing time may vary depending on the extent of the set up
  • Lead time for scheduling – 4 business days
  • Large setups and breakout rooms, if scheduled, will require additional staffing at $16.75/hour
• Extension of Hours Staffing
  • Extension of hours will be required for all events that take place outside of the University Commons operating hours. (please note hours change based on the University calendar)
  • UC Operations staff will be scheduled 30 minutes* prior to the event start time or client arrival time, whichever time is earlier.  *If an event has multiple event spaces that require audio/visual services, arrival time may be earlier to ensure enough time to set up spaces.
  • UC Operations staff will be scheduled 30 minutes after the event end time or anticipated clean-up/break down time.  If the break down time exceeds the time scheduled, the estimate of fees for staffing will change based on when the staff is able to secure the building.
  • Lead time for scheduling – 14 days
  • Fees
    • Building Manager - $16.75 per hour
    • Staff Assistant - $15.75 per hour

More Information

• For more information, please email UC-Ops@wpunj.edu
• Summer Training - Hosting an event in the University Commons?   Consider attending the training session we are leading during the Wednesday HR Summer Learning titled "How to Have a Successful Event in the University Commons." L