The Center

Center Welcome — The Center provides an environment where Iowa State students can learn, engage and build community, to support their holistic wellbeing. The first Center, known as the Office of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual Transgender Student Services (LGBTSS) opened in 2010 in the Student Services Building before transitioning to the third floor of the Memorial Union in 2018. Prior to its move to the MU, it was renamed The Center for LGBTQIA+ Student Success. During the Memorial Union’s expansion of floors four, five and six, The Center as it is known today in 4600 MU was opened in May 2022. Since 2010, the goal of The Center is to be a welcoming space for all students as they work torward their academic goals.

Hours: Monday-Friday, 8-5 p.m. (after hours upon request)

Located on Floor 4, room 4600

The Center has

Two computers and two additional screens for students to plug into for studying and other work.
Public seating area with a couch, tables, and chairs for small groups and a private sensory area.
Programming and event resources for student organizations
Small meeting room for 3-5 people
Quiet Sensory room

Student organizations and university offices/departments may reserve the space for events and workshops at no cost.
Reservations are on a first-come first-served basis. Please note that any catering needs for events hosted in this space must go through ISU Dining.
To reserve use the Button below. Contact MSA at omsa@iastate.edu for additional questions regarding reservations and availability.