About
The Coates Student Center (CSC) is one of the hubs of campus life at ÐÔ°®ÌìÌà and the place to be for students on campus. It was designed as a modernist structure that used the lift-slab method and featured windows and terraces designed to survey sweeping views of downtown.
The Coates Student Center (CSC) directly supports ÐÔ°®ÌìÌÃ’s mission to serve as a transformational liberal arts and sciences university by facilitating meaningful discovery for students, faculty, and staff in a comfortable and engaging environment.Ìý
Hours of operation
This building has special hours that are subject to change at various times of the year.
CSC Main
CSC Main spaces can be easily located through the main entrance of the Coates Student Center.
ÐÔ°®ÌìÌà Bookstore
Find everything you need in theÌýÌýto succeed as a ÐÔ°®ÌìÌà Tiger.ÌýFrom textbooks and supplies to ÐÔ°®ÌìÌà goods and apparel, make the Bookstore one of the first stops on your ÐÔ°®ÌìÌà journey.
Commons Food Court
Our second largest dining location is conveniently located on upper campus near your classes.Ìýoffers fast options for those in-between class meals.
Skyline
Located on the second floor, this multi-purpose space including the Underwood room, serves as a weekday dining room. It is open to the general public, but is primarily used by faculty, staff, students, and guests.
Einstein Bros. Bagel
Next to The Commons Food Court,ÌýÌýfeatures freshly baked bagels, Caribou coffee and delicious pastries, snacks, signature sandwiches and salads.
Crave
Custom order from the app, QR code, or at a self-service kiosk from one of the three restaurants: Sous Vide Kitchen- Veg 23, Mediterranean Pure, and Tacos.Ìý
Legends Burger Co.
Legends Burger Co. is a delicious and high-quality burger experience with vegetarian options available.
Melt LabÌý
These are not your ordinary sandwiches, as they were built with abundant flavors, using on-trend ingredients. Our broadly appealing menus feature artisan cheeses, meats, and a variety of breads carefully selected for each sandwich. Guests can customize and build their own order or choose one from the menu.
Taste of San Antonio
Taste of San Antonio provides a mix of national, local, and food retailer options who align with ÐÔ°®ÌìÌÃ’s values.
Dean of Students Office
The Dean of Students OfficeÌýserves students as they manage academic, personal, social, and emotional issues and concerns.
Tehuacana Room
Located on the second floor, the Tehuacana Room contains theater seating for up to thirty people, equipped with IT resources.
Waxahachie Room
Located on the second floor, the Waxahachie Room is the largest meeting room in CSC Main with seating up to sixty-six people.
Woodlawn Room
Located on the second floor, the Woodlawn Room is an ideal meeting area for less than twenty people.Ìý
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CSC West
CSC West contains essential student life services and multipurpose spaces that further enhance the ÐÔ°®ÌìÌà experience.
Fiesta Room
The Fiesta Room is a large, multipurpose space for many on-campus events. This space accommodates up to one hundred and sixty people.Ìý
Student Involvement
Student InvolvementÌýcontributes to a vibrant campus life by developing student leaders, facilitating programs, and providing resources to support and engage students.
ReWear Closet
The ReWear Closet is a free campus clothing exchange in the Tiger's Den hosted by the student organization EcoAllies. Students, faculty, and staff donate clothing items they don’t use anymore and/or exchange for some upcycled items from others. It is a resource for students to have access to free clothing (both professional and casual) and helps promote consumer-conscious fashion.Ìý
Center for Experiential Learning and Career Success
The CenterÌýis a one-stop shop to help students prepare for life after ÐÔ°®ÌìÌÃ, from graduate school to the job market.
Counseling Services
CounselingÌýServicesÌýprovides collaborative and goal-focused counseling to enrolled students at no charge. We invite students with any concern to obtain a consultation duringÌýInitial Consultation Walk-In Hours.
Diversity and Inclusion
Diversity and Inclusion OfficeÌýprovides programs and services that enhance the retention, persistence, academic, and career success of underrepresented and historically marginalized student populations.
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Outdoor Spaces
Esplanade
The Esplanade is the exterior space on the south side of the Coates Student Center running parallel to the Fiesta Room.
Plaza
The Plaza is the exterior space on the north side of the Coates Student Center just beyond the sliding entrance doors.
Coates Center Balcony
Located on the second floor, outside the Skyline room is a balcony that has the best views of the San Antonio skyline.Ìý
Weekly Traditions
Every week, there's always something going on at the Coates Student Center.
Nacho Hour
Every Wednesday afternoon at precisely 3:33 p.m., students, faculty, and staff can line up in Coates Student Center for aÌýfreeÌýnacho buffet.
Chocolate Festival
Love chocolate? This is the event for you! Our campus is quickly filled with this lovely scent of chocolate.
Happy Friday
Watch the AcaBellas and the Trinitones perform at 12:22 p.m. in the Coates Student Center lobby on most Fridays during the fall and spring semesters. The groups alternate weeks.
Milk n' Cookies
Student Involvement hosts Milk 'n Cookies in Student Involvement Office most Thursdays at 3:30 p.m. during the fall and spring semesters.
Taste of Diversity
Try food from different cultures at this spring event, sponsored by the ÐÔ°®ÌìÌà Diversity Connection.
Skyline Room "Swings"
OnÌýthe first Saturday of every month, approximately 80 people come to dance their hearts out at the KRTU-91.7 sponsored event.Ìý
Directions and Parking
Address: Stadium Dr, San Antonio, TX 78212
Parking and Accessibility
General Parking
Visitor parking is located at the Alamo Stadium, across from the main entrance of the University.
Parking for the Skyline Room is available at the visitor lot near Northrup Hall (Lot A) or across the street at the Alamo Stadium.
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Accessibility Accommodations
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Parking
The closest accessible parking spaces are in Lot A on ÐÔ°®ÌìÌà Place. Accessible parking spaces are also available to visitors in the Alamo Stadium.
Additional Accommodations
The CSC main and west entrances both are wheelchair accessible and have elevators with braille compliant signage.
There is a walkway between the two wings of the CSC that allows for wheelchair access.
Contact
For further assistance, please call the ÐÔ°®ÌìÌà Police Department at 210-999-7070.
Accessibility Information – Campus Map
Check out the for information about accessible parking and entrances. Use the way finding feature to see accessible paths across campus.
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Events and Booking Information
Request A Space
The reservation process differs depending upon your relationship to the University.
University Departments
Reservation requests are made throughÌý, and each faculty or staff member has a unique login.Ìý
Student Organizations
Each organization has a T-Space Coordinator, and this individual submits all requests on behalf of the organization throughÌý.
Community Members
Inquiries regarding space availability must be made through the .
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Space Details
- Each CSC space is equipped with a projector, HDMI connections, audio equipment, VOIP phone and a projector screen board.
- Other resources can be obtained upon request from IT.
- Catering requests must be made through Aramark. Catering is available in all CSC spaces upon request and confirmation through Aramark.
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Lennox Room - CSC 238
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Room Type:
Conference/SeminarStandard Set-Up & Capacity:
Conference Table - Seating for 8 people (Max)
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Tehuacana Room - CSC 241
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Room Type:
Meeting RoomSet-Ups & Capacities:
Conference - Seating for 24 peopleÌý(Max)
Theater- Seating for 30 peopleÌý(Max)
Classroom- Seating for 20 peopleÌý(Max)
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Waxahachie Room - CSC 237
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Room Type:
Meeting RoomSet-Ups & Capacities:
Conference - Seating for 30 peopleÌý(Max)
Theater - Seating for 66 peopleÌý(Max)
Classroom - Seating for 30 peopleÌý(Max)
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Woodlawn Room
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Room Type:
Meeting RoomSet-Ups & Capacities:
Conference- Seating for 20 peopleÌý(Max)
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Fiesta Room - CSC 111
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Room Type:
Multipurpose RoomStandard Set-Up & Capacity:
Banquet - Seating for 100 peopleÌý(Max)Alternative Set-Up(s):
Classroom - Seating for 90 peopleÌý(Max)
Theater - Seating for 160 peopleÌý(Max)
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The Esplanade
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Location Description:
The Esplanade is the exterior space on the south side of the Coates Student Center running parallel to the Fiesta Room.Available Upon Request:
All set-up and equipment needs should be requested throughÌýÌýso that Physical Plant can provide them for the event.Catering Guidelines:
Contact Aramark for all catering needs.Reservation Note:
In the event of inclement weather, it is strongly recommended to reserve an interior space as a rain location. Due to location proximity, efforts are made to minimize overlap between Fiesta Room and Esplanade events (especially when amplified sound is a factor). Priority will be given to confirmed events.
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The Plaza
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Location Description:
The Plaza is the exterior space on the north side of the Coates Student Center just beyond the sliding entrance doors.Available Upon Request:
All set-up and equipment needs should be requested throughÌýÌýso that Physical Plant can provide them for the event.Catering Guidelines:
Contact Aramark for all catering needs.Reservation Note:
Due to the Plaza area's proximity to academic classrooms and university offices, events must not disrupt the standard operation of the University.
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Lobby Table
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Location Description:
Four tables are available for reservation in the Coates Student Center lobby across from the Information Desk. Student organizations reserve tables frequently to sell tickets, raise funds for a charity, or promote an upcoming event.
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Skyline Room and Underwood Room
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Reservation Information
General InformationHours of Operation
The Skyline Room is open Monday-Friday from 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. for lunch during the academic year. Individual table reservations can be made by calling 210-999-7464. In the evenings and on weekends, the Skyline Room is available for campus gatherings. The smaller Underwood Room, on the east side of the Skyline Room, can also be reserved for semi-private luncheons during the week.Menu
View a menu of theÌý.University departments, offices, and student groups may reserve the Skyline Room for evening, weekend, and breakfast/brunch functions through regularÌý.
Business Affiliates and Associates
Business Affiliates and Associates are invited to utilize the Skyline Room when it is available. Contact Patricia Cooper, Associate Director of Special Events & Stewardship atÌýprogersc@trinity.eduÌýor call 210-999-8069.Catering
By contract, ARAMARK has exclusive catering rights in the Skyline Room. When alcohol is served at University functions, it will be served by TABC-certified ARAMARK bartenders. Contact Aramark at 210 999-8416 for all catering needs.Insurance
If an outside contracting party does not have insurance, an individual General Liability and Participant Accident Protection for Special Events can be purchased from Francis L. Dean Associates, Inc. Use of this company is not required and is only provided as a convenience for outside parties wishing to contract with ÐÔ°®ÌìÌÃ.Procedures
All events utilizing Skyline Room and/or Underwood Room must abide by the following procedures.
- University departments, offices, and student groups may reserve the Skyline Room for evening, weekend, and breakfast/brunch functions through regular T-Space reservation procedures.
- Technology needs are addressed through T-Space.
- Skyline group reservationsÌýMUSTÌýinclude a catering order to be valid. Please contact ARAMARK for further details.
- All evening events in Skyline Room and/or Underwood Room must have a start time of 4 p.m. or later.
- Breakfast reservations can only be made in Underwood Room, Monday-Friday. Reservations must end by 10 a.m., and the group must be no more than 30 people maximum.
- Underwood Room can be reserved for lunch events/meetings only on Mondays-Thursdays with a group minimum of 12 people. Underwood Room will be open for public lunch seating on Fridays.
- All T-SPACE reservations for Skyline/Underwood Rooms must be submitted at least three business days before the event start date. For any questions related to Coates Student Center, please contact Chinyere Stallworth, cstallw1@trinity.edu, or call 210-999-8891.
- For any reconfiguration to Skyline Room or Underwood Room, departments/groups must meet with Chinyere Stallworth, Coordinator for Coates Student Center, to review and finalize the event layout.
- By contract, ARAMARK has exclusive catering rights in the Skyline Room. When alcohol is served at University functions, it will be served by TABC-certified ARAMARK bartenders. Contact Aramark at 210 999-8416 for all catering needs.
- If an outside contracting party does not have insurance, an individual General Liability and Participant Accident Protection for Special Events can be purchased from Francis L. Dean Associates, Inc. Use of this company is not required and is only provided as a convenience for outside parties wishing to contract with ÐÔ°®ÌìÌÃ.
Associated Fees
If your event requires tables and chairs to be rearranged from the original layout, your department/group will be charged $100 for the set-up fee. You must include your department/group's account number in T-SPACE in internal notes.
If your event requires all chairs and tables to be removed from Skyline Room, your department/group will be charged $150 and you must include your account number in the T-SPACE reservation in internal notes.
Advertisement Guidelines
- Decorations: NO tape of any kind, glitter, decorations, streamers, confetti. No decorations that will damage the resources and property (tables, chairs, walls).
- All off-campus advertisements must be submitted to The Trinitonian (trinitonian@trinity.edu). Coates Student Center will not accept any external advertisements to the ÐÔ°®ÌìÌà community.
- Departments/groups must submit banners and large posters through T-SPACE.
Contact
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Hours of OperationÌý
(during the academic year)
Monday - Friday:
7 a.m. - Midnight
Saturday:
10 a.m. - Midnight
Sunday:
10 a.m. - Midnight
210-999-8525
cucoffice@trinity.edu
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Coates Student Center Office Staff
Student Staff
Student Assistants in the office provide answers to general inquiries and support (set-up, technical assistance) for events hosted in the CSC. The Coates Student Center (CSC) employs Student Assistants to set up for events, provide assistance to event hosts, and assist with facility management with direction from the building manager. To learn more about this employment opportunity, contactÌýChinyere Stallworth,Ìýcstallw1@trinity.edu, Coordinator for Coates Student Center.