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Multicultural Center

Spaces

The Multicultural Center creates a sense of belonging for students through intentional spaces designed with their specific needs in mind. The center also offers a variety of spaces to accommodate a wide range of events.

  • A room with colorful couches and chairs.

    Dr. Charles E. Morris Jr. and Dr. Jeanne B. Morris Library

    A social justice library complete with resources situated around antiracism, justice, identity, and equity.

  • The Gathering Space with comfortable chairs arranged in groups and several tables and chairs.

    The Gathering Space

    The primary space of the center for lounging, studying, relaxing, and collaborating. This space includes a combination of lounge chairs, couches, tables, and a collaboration station.

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    Gender Affirmation Station

    A closet for students who are transitioning or identify as non-binary, along with students who have clothing needs.

  • The multipurpose room with a mirrored wall and space dividing curtains.

    Multipurpose Rooms

    The Dr. Frank Naeymi-Rad and Dr. Theresa A. Kepic Room and the The Charles J. "Jack" and GeJuan Cardwell Room are equipped with screens, wireless microphones, and a speaker system. These rooms also offer a variety of layouts. Combined with each other, these multipurpose spaces can accommodate larger groups and programs.

  • Conference Room with several configurable tables and chairs and a TV mounted on the wall.

    Conference Room

    Conference rooms, including the Michael D. Schermer Conference Room, are available for reservations. The larger rooms (Room 135 and Room 144) offer a flexible layout and are equipped with zoom technology to host large zoom meetings.

  • Alma V. Samuels Family Room with a chair, foot rest and a baby changing table mounted on the wall.

    Alma V. Samuels Family Room

    The family room is a space for parents and guardians to safely conduct parental activities while visiting the Multicultural Center. Please note that children are not to be left unattended in the family room. This space also serves as a university lactation room.

  • Green Room with large sectional sofa and coffee table with a plant and various object on top.

    Green Room

    The green room is a space for calming and relaxation. Students can use the Green Room as a space to relax, spend time in silence, and get away from a busy day.

  • Reflection/Prayer Room: a room without furniture

    Reflection/Prayer Room

    The reflection room is a space for students to meditate, pray, and/or spend time in quiet reflection. It is simply furnished and available for students, faculty, and staff of the university.

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    Podcast Room

    The podcasting room offers a wide range of audio and visual equipment for recording podcasts.

Reservation Information

  • Reservation Priority

    To ensure needs are met, certain groups are given priority to reserve spaces within the Center. The priority is as follows:

    1. MCC Staff
    2. MCC Sponsored Student Organizations
    3. Registered Student Organizations
    4. University Departments
    5. Public

    Groups with higher priority may override a reservation, if necessary, without prior notice.

  • Start a Reservation Request Today!

    Fall reservation requests are now open. 

    Room rental rates are based on the individual or group hosting the event. MCC Room Reservations Rates

    Email: mccreservations@ilstu.edu

    Request a Space

  • Digital Display

    University departments and Registered Student Organizations may request space on the Multicultural Center Digital Display by submitting an online form.

    Digital Display Request Form

  • Podcast Room Reservations

    Please fill out the Podcast Room Interest Form below for more information on using the Podcast room.

    Podcast Room Interest Form