Set-Up Styles

Standard Seating Layouts for LMU Events

Two side-by-side groupings of eight chairs in six rows facing forward

Theater Style

Appropriate for short lectures or larger groups that do not require extensive note-taking.

Two rows of four back-to-back tables with three chairs per table facing inward

Board of Directors

Intimate meetings of committee members or discussion groups.

Tables arranged in a large square with empty space in the center. Four tables along the top and bottom, and three tables along the left and right sides, with three chairs per table facing inward

Hollow Square

Appropriate for groups fewer than 40 where there is a group leader or panel seated at the head of the setup.

Two groupings of two side-by-side tables in four rows, three seats per table facing forward

Classroom Style

Ideal for note-taking or meetings requiring handouts or laptops.

Tables arranged in a large horseshoe or letter U shape with empty space in the center. Four tables along the top and bottom, and three tables along the left side, with three chairs per table facing inward

U-Shape

Events where the focal point is in the center and/or interaction between participants is encouraged.

Three rows of eight round tables, each with eight chairs

Banquet

Used for meals and small group discussions. 5-foot round tables comfortably seat eight people.