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The Otter Student Union (OSU) is your go-to resource for reserving event space at the center of the Cal State Monterey Bay campus. Whether you're planning a student meeting, academic conference, video shoot or hybrid event, the OSU provides flexible spaces, built-in amenities and on-site catering to help your event run smoothly.
Space reservations are available to CSUMB students, faculty, staff, alumni and external clients. CSUMB alumni, faculty and staff are eligible for a discounted affiliate rate on room reservations. Please contact the OSU team for more information about availability and pricing.
How to Book a Space
Choose your reservation path based on your affiliation.
Submit a request through MyRaft
Council Advisors and OSU Operations will approve the request
SELD/Recreation will assist with contracts, catering, or funding if needed
OSU staff will confirm logistics within 24–48 hours
If services exceed free allocation, a quote will be sent via AdobeSign
Cal State Monterey Bay is committed to ensuring that all events held at the Otter Student Union are inclusive and accessible to all participants. The following accessibility statements must be included on all event materials, including publications, flyers, registration forms, and promotional announcements.
For publications, include the following statement:
"This document is available in alternate formats upon request by contacting (name, host department) at (phone number and email address)."
For registration materials, include the following:
"If you need an accommodation to fully participate in this program or event, please contact (name, host department) at (phone number and email address). Please allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation."
You may include a deadline for accommodation requests, but programs may not deny accommodations solely because a request was received after that date. Every effort must be made to fulfill the request.
If an event includes a meal, the following statement should also appear in registration materials:
"If you have dietary needs, please contact (name, host department) at (phone number and email address)."
As an alternative, the registration form may include a section where attendees can indicate dietary preferences or restrictions.
Tell Us about Your Experience
We invite you to complete our post-event survey to share your feedback. Your insights help us improve and better support future events.