Vagelos Education Center

We cater all non-curricular events that take place in the Roy and Diana Vagelos Education Center, including events in the large, fourth floor space and other smaller spaces throughout the building.

Event space overlooking Hudson River with tablecloths and gold ladderback chairs. Tables have flower arrangements
Faculty Club event space showing tables, chairs, and view of George Washington Bridge.
Full view of event space with tables, chairs, and podium.
Wide shot showing event space. Tables have blue tablecloths and gold ladderback chairs.
Event space with large windows and cocktail tables with black tableclothes.
People walk around a large event space with wood floors and elegant tables.
People walk around a large event space with good and drinks.

About the Vagelos Education Center

Since it opened in 2016, the Vagelos Education Center has won multiple awards for its innovative design.

  • 4th Floor (Room 401)

    • This floor features sliding walls, which can partially enclose the space, creating more privacy while preserving breathtaking views of the city to the south and east.
    • Depending on the set-up, the room can accommodate up to 200 people.
    • The room is equipped with audiovisual capabilities, including a projector and screen.
    • All non-curricular events in this space must be booked and managed via the Faculty Club.

  • 30-person and 60-person classrooms

    • Located on the north sides of the 4th, 9th, 12th, 13th, and 14th floors

  • 15-person conference rooms

    • Located on the 7th, 8th, 9th, 12th, and 13th floors, with an additional 12-person room on the 14th floor.

  • Auditorium (Room 201)

    • The auditorium seats 265 and, in addition to being designed for optimal acoustic performance, features audiovisual capabilities.
    • Please note that no food may be served within the auditorium. We are happy to help arrange a pre- or post-event reception space for food and drinks.

  • Lobby

    • Because the first floor lobby is a highly trafficked space, events are approved on a case-by-case basis.

Event Support

We can coordinate all catering, furniture, set-up, custodial services, audiovisual, linens, flowers, and specialty requests.

Reserve the Space

To reserve a room at the Vagelos Education Center, visit the 25Live room booking system. For other inquiries, review these FAQs and the room reservation policy. If you have any additional questions about available spaces, email vecrooms@columbia.edu.