The Kellogg Center

The Kellogg Center

The Kellogg Center, located on the top floor of Columbia University's International Affairs Building, offers four versatile event spaces for SIPA units. Whether you're planning a conference, reception, or other gathering, these rooms can accommodate events of various sizes. Learn more about our available spaces and reservation process below.

The Foyer - Capacity: 70
The Foyer may be used in conjunction with the Dag Hammarskjold room or separately as a reception space. It features a southern view of midtown Manhattan. 

THE DAG HAMMARSKJOLD ROOM

Room 1501 - Capacity: 141
The Dag Hammarskjold room may be used as an auditorium, dining room, or reception space. With floor-to-ceiling windows on three sides, it features northern and southern views, including the George Washington Bridge and Midtown Manhattan.

Room 1512 - Capacity: 40 (meeting) or 70 (Auditorium)
Room 1512 may be arranged as a meeting space with eight tables in a U-shape, seating 38, or an auditorium-style room with 70 chairs facing a lectern or table. It features a southern view of Midtown Manhattan. 

Room 1516 - Capacity: 22 (10 chairs around the table and 12 chairs along the perimeter)
Room 1516 is prioritized for SIPA leadership. The meeting space has ten chairs around a center table and 12 around the perimeter.  

Room Reservation

The Kellogg Center (1501 and 1512) has a new reservation system through EMS. Staff & Faculty: You can sign in using your Columbia UNI by clicking the "Sign In With Your UNI" green button on the log-in page. Instructions can be found in the SIPA Kellogg Center EMS Reservation Handbook.

Room Pricing
For room pricing, email the Kellogg Center management staff at [email protected]. Room services, such as setup, cleaning, and security, are priced according to rates set by the Columbia University Department of Facilities. 

Audio/Visual Equipment

Room 1501
AV equipment can be requested from SIPA AV by submitting the online AV equipment form 3 business days in advance. 

Other Rooms
Access to AV equipment for the 1510 and 1512 can be arranged through SIPA AV by submitting the online AV equipment form.

Security
Security must be discussed with the Kellogg Center manager. The University’s Office of Public Safety requires contact information for any speaker from outside the University in order to evaluate security needs.

The New York City Fire Code and University alcohol policies will be strictly enforced.