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College of Liberal Arts and Sciences University of Florida

Rules of Use

If it is determined that your department/group did not adhere to these guidelines, you will not be able to use the space again in the future. If damage is incurred as a result, you may be required to pay for repairs.

Set-Up

  • There are tables and chairs available for use. We have 80 chairs, six 8ft tables, two 6 ft tables, and a podium.
  • There are no microphones or additional technical equipment, though the electrical outlets do work. You will need to provide your own tech and tech support if your event requires it.
  • Be very careful about the wood floors – do not drag the furniture. The floors are thin and cannot be refinished again. They scuff and scratch very easily. Please lift all chairs and tables when setting up. The podium has two wheels only, so you must tilt it to one direction to move it.
  • You may use the refrigerator to hold food during your event. Please remember to empty it afterwards.
  • You may not light candles in the Keene Center.
  • You may not use or remove any supplies that are in the kitchen. This is the property of the CLAS Dean’s Office.
  • The rugs in the Keene Center cannot be moved for any reason.

Clean Up

  • Check carpets for stains. Spilled food or beverages should be cleaned immediately. Please pick up food and mop up excess liquid.
  • Throw all trash away and take your trash bags to the dumpster. The nearest dumpster is on the south side of Pugh Hall, behind Newell Hall. Replace the trash bags in each trash can.Extra trash bags may be found in the storage closet if not in the bin already.
  • Vacuum the green carpets and sweep the wood floors.
  • Clean all glass surfaces with paper towels and Windex (available in the kitchen).
  • Clean the kitchen as needed and remove your food from the fridge.
  • Turn off all lights. To turn off the lights that have the dimmer switch, you must push the leverall the way down until it clicks.
  • Lock the doors when you vacate the room. The front doors (entrance in Dauer) must be locked manually. Check the back (west-facing) doors to the outside as well.

Alcohol Policy

Please note that if you plan to serve alcohol, you are required to complete an event permit form and have it approved through the Office of Business Affairs. This process is 100% online through the event permitting system GatorConnect. Gatorlink credentials are required to log into the system. Once logged in, applicants should complete the General Events-BA form. Learn more about the alcohol policy.