Bismarck State College is committed to accommodating the needs of individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). 

Certified service animals are welcome; however, they must remain on a leash or in a harness. The ADA defines a service animal as any guide dog, signal dog, or other animal individually trained to provide assistance to an individual with a disability. All other animals are strictly prohibited unless prior approval is granted. Discuss with your Event Manager any exhibitors or presenters who may wish to have an animal at your event to ensure all protocols are met.

Bismarck State College houses a variety of audio-visual equipment available for rent to meet your event’s needs. Any equipment provided through the venue will be set up and operated by stagehand labor scheduled through your Event Manager. Contact your Event Coordinator about the current inventory as well as about estimated rental and labor costs. BSC has the first right of refusal on all A/V needs.

Bismarck State College houses its own catering team with the first right of refusal to serve your event.  

Your initial table and chair set-up is provided at no charge. This includes all your non-exhibit areas (meeting rooms, offices, general sessions, meal functions, etc.). Labor costs may be incurred for changes to room setups. Contact your Event Coordinator for current changeover rates.

All decorations must have prior approval from your Event Coordinator. Adhesives that are proven to be non-damaging and approved by Bismarck State College may be allowed. 

We acknowledge and honor the fundamental value of all individuals. We pledge ourselves to create and maintain an environment that respects diverse traditions, heritages and experiences.

Each event space is accessible via passenger elevator. Your Event Coordinator can provide directions to each for loading and attendee use.

Bismarck State College houses a wide variety of equipment that is available for rent. Please contact an Event Coordinator for details on equipment inventory, rates and availability.

Bismarck State College can assist in Event Coordination and Management in a variety of ways! Visit this page to learn more https://bismarckstate.edu/continuingeducation/professional/Conferences/

First aid kits and AEDs are located on each floor in the ATC & NECE buildings.

Use of any glitter/confetti must be approved through your Event Coordinator prior to your event. Bismarck State College may restrict the use of certain materials or spaces allowed for such décor.

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Complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout the venue. Talk to your Event Coordinator about any additional phone or data services your event may need.

Specific rooms may be able to be secured to limit those who may have access to them during your event. Your Event Coordinator will have keys so your staff will have access as needed.

There is a bay in the ATC that may be used as a loading dock. Talk with your Event Coordinator to learn further about its availability and usage.

Lost an item? We want to help you find it. During events, lost and found items are turned into the front desk. To inquire about a lost item after an event, please check with the front desk at the building you lost your item in.

Our venues are equipped with one permanent nursing mother’s rooms. This is a secure room located on the 2^nd floor in the ATC just outside the entrance to the East Flex Lab. (123MA)

Bismarck State College enforces a strict no weapons policy that includes firearms, regardless of a permit to carry.  

Bismarck State College houses its own campus police office and retains the first right of refusal if deemed necessary at your event.  

Bismarck State College enforces a strict 0 TOLERANCE policy on indoor smoking of any kind.

A limited number of wheelchairs are available to be checked out on a first come, first serve basis. Wheelchairs are to be used onsite and are not permitted to leave the property. Bismarck State College does not provide motorized scooters. There is also a lift located on the 4^th floor of the NECE.

Bismarck State College has free, venue-wide Wi-Fi available for all events. Guests can easily connect to the Wi-Fi network by selecting “BSC Guest” from among the connection options appearing on their device. Free Wi-Fi is recommended for casual browsing. We understand technology is an important part of events and want to help ensure your needs are met. Please discuss specific needs with your Event Coordinator who can explain additional internet services available as well as schedule IT support for your event.