The AIS event space supports hybrid meetings for instructors, researchers, and staff. Events primarily intended for students—including classes or student-run activities—are not permitted. Events that include students in support of faculty or staff research or instructional goals may be approved at RTL’s discretion.
Note: A room rental or administrative fee may be introduced in the future to support space operations. Details will be provided when available
Max Capacity: 32 (Seated)
Hours: M-Th 9 am–4 pm, Fri 9 am–3 pm
Location: Dwinelle 117 (Level D)
Reservation Lead Time: 2 weeks minimum
1. Review our Facility Use Guidelines to ensure your request meets our guidelines.
2. Check the Dwinelle 127 bCal to see if your desired date(s) and time(s) are available.
3. Submit your event request via the reservation request form, accessible via @berkeley.edu accounts.
You will receive an email confirming your reservation request's status within three business days. Your reservation is not finalized until you receive confirmation (a bCal invitation).
| Room Configuration | Setup Description | Maximum Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| Closed (Hollow) Square | Tables arranged in the shape of a hollow square with chairs placed around the outside | 24 |
| Lecture | Rows of tables and chairs with an aisle on the sides | 32 |
| Theater | Rows of chairs with a center aisle | 28 |
| U-Shape | Tables are arranged in a U-shape with chairs placed around them | 18 |
| Workshop (Pod) | Cluster of tables and chairs | 24 |
There is a projector and projector screen, four side display monitors, and up to two microphones. If you are using the projector, you must bring your own laptop to connect to it.
Dwinelle 127 is a Zoom Room that accommodates both in-person and virtual attendees. It features two wall-mounted cameras to highlight the in-person speaker and display the in-person audience.
The room also has recording capabilities. If you plan to record your event, please have the Zoom host check that cloud recording is enabled in their Zoom settings. Zoom Help Article.
Event Set-up and Clean Up
The room will be set per the configuration requested and the intended number of participants. Your event organizer is responsible for the specifics of your event setup including any modifications to the requested setup and equipment testing.
It is your responsibility to clean and remove all trash from the room.
Events with Refreshments
Refreshments are permitted. You are responsible for meeting your caterer and responsibly disposing of all trash.
We recommend a few caterers who are familiar with and can deliver into the AIS. They are Berkeley Catering, Ann's Catering, and V&A Cafe.
For other caterers/ delivery services, it is recommended to direct them to and meet at a pickup point:
Durham Studio Theater* (209 Schlessinger Way). *Note. There is construction that may impact road access and delivery time.
You can bring the food through the back entrance and up two flights of stairs to the AIS.
South Hall
Sproul Lot
Lower Sproul Parking Garage
