Satellite Student Union

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For more information or to make a reservation please contact

Hours of Operation

Mon - Fri: 8:30a - 430p

A Multifunctional Performance Hall

The Satellite Student Union, home of Earl Whitfield Hall, is one of Fresno's best multi-functional venues for performances, movie screenings, lectures, ceremonies, luncheons and more.

Reservation Policy

The reservation policy and procedures outlined below are intended to provide equiable access to space while also focusing on the priorties of space usage maximization and consistent streamlined event planning process that aligns with the university mission.

General Facility Use Policies

Planning Your Event

Layout and Floorplan

The SSU may be configured in a variety of layouts to suit your event's needs.  Below are examples of the most commonly used layouts for reference as you plan yor event with our staff. Additional informational layout drawings may be provided upon request. 

Please note: round tables are not provided by the SSU and must be rented from an outside vendor.

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Food and Beverage

University Dining Services is the exclusive food and beverage service provider for Fresno State.  For more information, including a catering menu visit the Dining Services Website.

Alcoholic Beverages

The only department that has the exclusive right to serve alcohol on campus is University Dining Services.

If you are planning to serve alcohol at your event on campus there are certain criteria that must be met, including the following:

• Submit a request for approval to serve alcohol. This can be accomplished by completing the Application for Use of Alcoholic Beverages On Campus.  This online application must be received by our office no later than two weeks prior to the event in order for all approving offices to review the request. (If you are unable to access the online application, please contact our Office at 559.278.7422)
• Your application must be approved by:
  • The advisor (if applicable)
  • V.P. for Student Affairs
  • University Risk Manager
  • University Dining Services
• Arrange for Catering Services to serve alcohol as well as non-alcoholic beverages plus a variety of foods, including high protein foods (e.g. cheeses, meats). Your request will not be approved until your catering order is scheduled. Contact University Dining Services at 559.278.3904 or cmartinez@csufresno.edu

Please refer to the information in the Policy on Campus Use of Alcoholic Beverages (G-04). You may view  this policy in the Related Links section.

Smoke-Free Campus

As of September 1, 2017, Fresno State, will be a smoke and tobacco-free campus.  This policy has been adopted by all CSU campuses to improve the health and safety of all students, faculty, staff and visitors. The use of cigarettes, e-cigarettes, cigars, snuff, snus, water pipes, pipes, hookahs, chew, unregulated electronic nicotine delivery systems, and any other non-combustible tobacco products will be prohibited. 

• The Systemwide Smoke and Tobacco Free Environment- Executive Order 1108 can be found