The Catholic University of America
Event Types Welcomed
About
The Catholic University in Washington, DC combines convenience, value, and service with a wide selection of large and small meeting/ event spaces for the perfect venue in the area. The Catholic University of America provides conference services for a wide variety of external clients and events including weddings, youth events, multi-day conferences, business retreats, trainings, social events, corporate meetings, and more. We have meeting spaces from a small executive conference rooms to a luxurious ballroom, along with a 7500 square foot multipurpose room. This ensures that any event planned on our campus, whether large or small, will have ample space for your guests. Our meeting packages are competitively priced and include use of standard audiovisual equipment built into each space for your technological needs. Located on Michigan Avenue, N.E., CUA is only three miles north of the Capitol Building and numerous D.C. attractions.
Our campus is directly adjacent to the Brookland/CUA Metrorail subway stop on the Red Line. Union Station, Capitol Hill, and the National Mall are only a few stops away. The proximity to transportation contributes to the convenient feel of the campus and ensures that travel to and from the venue can be largely stress-free for visitors. The Catholic University offers housing accommodations from mid-May to early August for overnight guests.
We are a full-service conference center with onsite catering, a single point of contact, and 24-hour availability.
Meeting & Event Spaces
Pryzbyla Center Great Rooms
This 7000 square foot room may be easily divided into one, two, or three separate spaces (Great Room A, Great Room B, Great Room C, Great Room AB, Great Room BC, Great Room ABC) for a customized set-up. Each space contains a ceiling mounted HD projector, podium, microphones, and a laptop.
203 Conference Room
The standard set-up is a boardroom accommodating 12-15 guests. Portable laptops, LCD projectors, and flip charts can be reserved for use in this space.
205 Conference Room
The standard set-up is a boardroom accommodating 12-15 guests. Portable laptops, LCD projectors, and flip charts can be reserved for use in this space.
321 & 323 Conference Rooms
Removable airwall can separate or open up space into one or two rooms. When divided, the space accommodates 20-25 in either boardroom or classroom style and 40-50 in lecture style. Combined, the space accommodates 50 banquet style and 80-90 lecture style. Both rooms contain a podium and a ceiling-mounted LCD projector.
327 Conference Room
The standard set-up is a U-shaped boardroom accommodating up to 21 guests. Room can accommodate 32 banquet style and 40 lecture style. The room contains a podium and a ceiling-mounted LCD projector.
331 Conference Room
This conference table accommodates up to 12 guests. Room contains a private restroom, as well as a buffet table, and couch for additional seating. The room features a wall-mounted 46 inch flat screen for audio-visual presentations.
351 Conference Room
The standard set-up is a boardroom accommodating 20-25 guests. Room can accommodate 32 banquet style and 50 lecture style. Room contains a podium and a ceiling-mounted LCD projector.
Pryzbyla Center Third Floor
This is the floor plan for the third floor of the Pryzbyla Center, showing the Great Rooms, conference rooms, Gallery, and Atrium
Food & Beverage Options
CUA Dining Services
CUA Dining Services offers a wide variety of culinary selections and service options for conference groups, which include dining hall or catering services. Our a-la-cart options include Starbucks, Chick-Fil-A, Subway, Fusion Station, Grille Works, and Bene Pizzeria. CUA Dining Services can provide custom and individual Cardinal Catering options specifically for your conference or event. For more information and menu options, please visit: cua.campusdish.com
Catering options
CUA Dining Services & Cardinal Catering
CUA Dining Services provides custom and individual Cardinal Catering options specifically for your conference or event. We do not have a set menu, rather our Aramark catering team will work directly with you to ensure your meal is delicious and meets your financial concerns. For more information and menu options, please visit: cua.campusdish.com/Catering.aspx
Accommodations
Overnight Room Attributes
Flather Hall
Flather Hall contains lounge with cable TV, billiards and foosball tables; laundry, study and kitchen facilities; elevator; wireless internet access; and the Sacred Heart Chapel
Regan Hall
Regan Hall contains a lounge, kitchen facilities, and laundry room; cable TV and billiards table in the main lounge; wireless internet access and is located near St. Vincent de Paul Chapel.
Ryan Hall
Ryan Hall contains a lounge, laundry, and kitchen facilities; cable TV in the main lounge; wireless internet access and is located near St. Vincent de Paul Chapel.
Opus Hall
Each floor has a lounge with cable TV, dining, and kitchen facilities. The building contains an elevator, wireless internet access, laundry, and a study room. The Adoration Chapel and additional lounge with cable TV is on the ground floor.
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Venue Location + Transportation
Address
620 Michigan Avenue, NE,
Pryzbyla Center, Suite 204,
Washington, District of Columbia 20064
Pryzbyla Center, Suite 204,
Washington, District of Columbia 20064
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Nearby Airport
- Reagan National (DCA) - 25 minutes
Nearby International Airport
- Reagan National (DCA) - 25 minutes
Parking
- Onsite Parking: Yes
- Car Charging Stations: Yes
Nearby Cities
Annapolis, MD – 30 miles
Baltimore, MD – 35 miles
Shenandoah National Park, VA 77 miles
Gettysburg, PA – 90 miles
Richmond, VA – 112 miles
Philadelphia, PA – 138 miles
Ocean City, MD – 145 miles
Williamsburg, VA – 157 miles
Things to Know
Catering
- Must Use In-house Catering: No
- External Catering Allowed: Yes
- Can Bring in Own Food: yes
- Cultural Catering Available: Yes
- Food and Beverage Onsite: Yes
Technology
Basic audiovisual equipment is included in the meeting room rate. We also have a professional tech team who can work with you on your more involved sound system or tech needs.
Wifi is free on campus and averages 75-100 mbps.
We offer several computer labs with 25-35 machines in each.
- Guest Wi-Fi: Free
- Onsite Tech Support: Yes
- Wi-Fi in meeting space: Yes
- Equipment Available On-Site:
- Projector Screen
- Laptops
- Microphones
- Sound System
- Custom Lighting
Venue Policies
- Alcohol Consumption: Yes
- Smoking Permitted: no
- Cannabis Industry-Friendly: No
- Cannabis Consumption: No
- Eco Friendly: Yes
- ADA Accessible: Yes
- Family Friendly: Yes
- Pet Friendly: No
Testimonals
Services
Large Format and Color Printing/Copying
We offer large and small format printing service that provides a convenient and economic resource to our conference guests. In general, print jobs can be completed in 3-5 business days at a price that is extremely competitive in the metro D.C. area. Large format prints can be used to create a variety of items for a wide range of purposes. Color and black/white copying services are available as well. Call for fee structure/quotes.
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