Berkeley

• Setting event goals and objectives
• Calendaring dates
• Using checklists and timelines
• Selecting sites on- and off-campus
• Understanding food and beverage options
• Ordering audio/visual services
• Arranging parking and transportation services
• Working with physical plant (custodial, electrical, recycling)
• Exploring entertainment options
• Promoting your event with invitations, media relations, posters, mailings, websites, etc.
• Understanding campus policies
• Creating staffing flows
• Writing briefing memos
• Understanding academic traditions
• Using proper protocol
• Ensuring appropriate accessibility and accommodations
• Evaluating your event
• And much, much more!

The speakers are experienced event planners from the University Development and Alumni Relations (UDAR) External Relations team. There will also be many guest speakers from across campus.

Casual business attire is appropriate. Please note that room temperatures may vary so you may want to dress in layers.