IBB was founded on the idea that bringing people together sparks better science and stronger connections across campus. Our event spaces help carry that vision forward by giving researchers, students, and partners easy, welcoming places to meet, share ideas, and build community. Whether it’s a seminar or a casual meetup, these spaces make collaboration feel natural and accessible.
Request Event Space
To request an event space, click the button below and select "Log in" at the top-right of the screen, then use your GT credentials to login. If not logged in you will receive an error message when trying to request a space.
Once logged in, use the center drop-down box to view all spaces or individually selected event areas. Next, click on the desired time on the requested date to open the request form. Be sure to include time needed for set-up and clean-up of your event.
To select multiple event spaces at the same time within the form, hold down the CTRL or COMMAND key on your keyboard and highlight the desired spaces.
Once you've completed all fields, click "Save". Please note that requests are tentative (it will show as "Awaiting Approval") until reviewed by the IBB event staff. Event staff will respond to requests within two business days and, if confirmed, will follow up with additional instructions and update the reservation as "Confirmed" on the calendar.
Event Spaces in the Petit Biotechnology Building
Suddath Seminar Room 1128
- Standard setup: 80 chairs, three food tables in back, two rows of tables in front of room.
- Max capacity: 100 chairs (theater style seating with no tables).
- Laser projector connected to PC in podium. Available HDMI/VGA connections for laptops. Two lapel and four handheld mics that can be used simultaneously. Only Zoom is supported for video conference at this time.
Nerem Atrium
The Nerem Atrium shares AV with the Suddath Seminar room. The Seminar room audio can be transmitted to the atrium including sound from PC and microphones. Video conferencing from the atrium is limited at this time. The PC in the room or wall connector in atrium can be connected to LCD projector mounted in atrium.
Contact IBB event staff for space usage and setup options at connect@ibb.gatech.edu.
Suddath Courtyard
150 sq. feet of outdoor space (adjacent to Suddath Seminar Room and atrium), includes four 36-inch round tables with four chairs each.
Important Information
- We encourage groups to reserve extra time before and after the event start time for set up (e.g. gain access to the space, set up AV, catering) and for reset and cleanup after event.
- For any event with 100+ expected attendees, GTPD security must be requested by the hosting group for the duration of the event, per GT policy (approx. $160 for four-hour minimum). If this expense is prohibitive, please contact connect@ibb.gatech.edu.
- For any event that will include alcohol, the hosting group is responsible for securing GT alcohol permissions prior to event. GT alcohol permissions event form.
- If minors will be present at your event, per GT policy, the program must be approved by the Youth Compliance Team at least 30 days prior to your event. Youth Program Registration details.
- GT preferred caterers must be used for any orders over $600, per event. View the complete list of preferred caterers.
- Event space requests are considered tentative until reviewed and approved by the IBB event staff.
- All events that take place in IBB spaces must follow GT event guidelines and policies.
- IBB events receive priority in these spaces and all other requests are reviewed based on availability and association with bioengineering and bioscience.
- IBB strives to be eco-conscious. Using compostable or recyclable serving ware for catering orders is preferred. Helium-filled balloons are not permitted in the building due to the global helium shortage.
Questions?
If you have questions, please contact us at connect@ibb.gatech.edu.