Newark
Venues
UD’s main campus is a hub of academia, lending unprecedented credibility to meetings and events for more than 20 years.
Conferencing on Campus
From Delaware’s most prestigious venue for single-day meetings to the largest and most flexible venue around for multi-day meetings and events – you’ll find the right space right on campus.
There is no substitute for personal service.
Our personal event managers will work one-on-one with you to:
- Strategize your objectives
- Select the right space for your meeting or event
- Handle all the details from start to finish
- Guide you every step of the way
- Keep your budget in mind
Clayton Conference Center
Clean. Modern. Flexible. Featuring a striking open lobby, theater-style auditorium, private meeting rooms, traditional classrooms, and a 7,000 sq. ft. ballroom.
The Tower Audion & Atrium
Designed for cultivating collaboration and based on the science of health, the Audion & Atrium is a combination space ideal for any meeting looking to gain momentum. First gather in the Audion – a flexible, ultra-modern tech space, then move your breaks or micro-sessions out into the open environment of the Atrium where a living wall improves air quality. This is truly a healthy place to be productive.
Residence Halls and a Hotel
Take advantage of our residence hall suites during the summer. For year-round accommodations, the Courtyard Newark at the University of Delaware is just a few steps away offering full hotel amenities, dining, and entertainment.
View Seating Capacity
We host all size events from large conferences to micro meetings – view our seating capacity charts.
View Floor Plans
Move easily from classroom to auditorium to ballroom – view floor plans and room dimensions
View Catering Menu
Choose from casual dining hall fare or onsite catering – view our extensive menu
Newark Venues At-A-Glance
Clayton Conference Center
- 40,000 sq. ft. of meeting space including a spacious lobby and adjacent ballroom
- Theater-style auditorium
- Private meeting rooms
- Amphitheater
Audion & Atrium
- Audion
5585 square ft
Accommodates 300 people theater style, 240 banquet style, 156 at crescent rounds, 150 classroom - Atrium
9003 square feet
Accommodates 100 people for a reception - Audion and Atrium combined
14,588 – 400 people combined occupancy load
Clayton Conference Center Services and Amenities
- Event Planning – a dedicated Event Manager from start to finish.
- Full-service catering available
- Audio-Visual Services: Everything you could need. View List
- Business Center
- High-speed WiFi
- Ample parking
- Adjacent to Courtyard Newark – University of Delaware
Audion & Atrium Services and Amenities
- Dedicated Event Manager from start to finish
- Audio-Visual technician provided by University Media Services
- Full-service catering provided by UD Dining
- Ample parking
Clayton Conference Center
- 7,011 sq. ft. Ballroom holds up to 400 dining guests
- Private rooms for smaller gatherings
- Full catering services
- Option to utilize University Dining Halls
Audion and Atrium
- Full-service catering provided by UD Dining
Courtyard Newark – University of Delaware next door
Residence Halls
Nearby full-service hotels
Main Street Newark
White Clay Creek State Park
Top-notch golf courses
Brandywine attractions
Drop us a note.
We'll help you start planning your next meeting or event.
University of Delaware Conference Services
NEWARK VENUES
Clayton Hall Conference Center
100 David Hollowell Drive, Newark DE 19716
(302) 831-2214
The Tower Audion & Atrium at STAR
100 Discovery Blvd., Newark DE 19713
(302) 831-2214
LEWES VENUE
The Virden Center
1155 College Drive, Lewes DE 19958
Overnight Lodge A: 1183 College Drive
Overnight Lodge B: 1181 College Drive
(302) 645-4100
