• Rooms can only be reserved for the current semester.
• Academic use takes priority. Class schedules override all event reservations.
• Strict time adherence. Event coordinators and attendees cannot enter the space before the reservation start time; all attendees must leave by the end time.
• Furniture must be reset and space left clean and tidy by the reservation end time.
• Custodial support is required for:
  • Catered events with over 50 attendees
  • Events ending at 8 p.m. or later (coverage must extend 1 hour after event ends)
• Building hours: Closed Monday–Friday from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m. and all day on weekends. Unauthorized access during these times is prohibited.
• After-hours events require the presence of a Kendeda Building staff member.
• No paint or crafting activities without prior approval from the Senior Building Manager.
• Food plans must match your reservation. If your plans change, notify the Senior Building Manager at least 5 business days in advance.
• External groups must partner with a Georgia Tech department or organization to reserve space.
• Policy violations: Three offenses will result in loss of reservation privileges for the remainder of the semester and cancellation of existing bookings. 

The following policies apply to all campus buildings, with additional guidelines specific to The Kendeda Building: 

Catering and Alcohol

• Events under $600: Any licensed caterer may be used (pending approval from the Senior Facilities Manager).
• Events over $600: Georgia Tech Catering is the primary caterer. Click here to begin a Georgia Tech Catering order. View secondary catering options.
• Provider Exception Request: If no approved caterers can meet your needs, submit a Provider Exception Request at least three weeks before the event.
• Alcohol Policy: Georgia Tech Alcohol Approval Form.
• For food set-up options, see the "Room Specifications" page. 

Food Guidelines and Policies

Food

To the greatest extent possible, food served in The Kendeda Building should follow Principles of Healthy, Sustainable Menus: 

• Plant proteins (e.g., nuts, legumes, tofu) as the primary protein source.
• Reduced animal-based ingredients, particularly red meat.
• Whole, minimally processed foods.
• Organic, seasonal, and/or locally produced (within 500 miles) foods. 

Energy 

• No open flames (e.g. sterno chaffing dishes).  
• Use electric heating dishes and trays.  
• The catering kitchen has a refrigerator, freezer, microwave, commercial dishwasher, and sink (no ice machine). 

Waste Diversion

• Caterers and event hosts must follow waste management practices:
• Place recoverable materials (e.g., aluminum cans, mixed paper, rigid plastic bottles and containers, compostable service ware, and food scraps) in the appropriate resource recovery bin. All other items should be placed in the landfill bin.  
• No Styrofoam.
• Use reusable dishware, cups, utensils, trays, platters, and other serving ware whenever possible.
• Compostable disposable packaging and serving ware (e.g., trays, plates, platters, utensils, and cups) must be BPI-Certified compostable.
• Avoid single use plastics (e.g., bagged chips).
• Select buffet or party platter instead of box lunches.
• Serve bite-sized foods that do not require utensils whenever possible.

Events catered by GT Catering that have 40 people or less will default to a zero-waste goal with dedicated staff, reusable porcelainware, glassware, and silverware. 

Non-Catered Events

Guests must follow the same waste diversion policies as catered events: 

• Place recoverable materials in the appropriate bin and all other items in landfill.
• No Styrofoam.
• Use reusable dishware and utensils.
• Only BPI-certified compostable serviceware is allowed.
• Avoid single-use plastics.
• Choose buffet-style or platter options over individually boxed meals.
• Pizza or bite-sized foods are encouraged to reduce waste.
• Serve pizza or bite-sized foods that do not require utensils whenever possible. 

Additional Custodial Support

To respect Georgia Tech’s custodial staff, additional fees apply for: 

• Weekend events (whether catered or not).
• Catered events with more than 50 attendees.
• Catered events ending after 8:00 p.m. (Monday–Friday). Evening events require custodial service for one hour after event end time (e.g., a 9:30 p.m. event requires custodial service until 10:30 p.m.). 

Submit a completed custodial request form to buildingservices@facilities.gatech.edu, and CC Brooke Johnson (brooke.johnson@gatech.edu). For questions, contact Building Services directly. 

A primary goal of events in The Kendeda Building is to eliminate landfill waste. 

Promotional and Event Materials

• Use digital communication whenever possible. Contact Brooke Johnson (brooke.johnson@gatech.edu) for use of unique, room-specific QR code that allows guests to view electronic versions of event materials.
• If printing is necessary, use recycled-content paper and print double-sided.
• Create reusable signage (laminate and omit dates to extend longevity).
• Reduce giveaways or offer sustainable alternatives (e.g., carbon offsets, recycled-material gifts, reusable bags, mugs, or bottles). 

Décor

• Use reusable and non-perishable decorations.
• Sustainably sourced flowers (local, organic, or ethically certified) are preferred. 

Logistics

• Announce sustainable features during the event and educate attendees on proper recycling and composting.
• Encourage low-carbon transportation by providing information on public transit, walking routes, and bike racks.
• Offer incentives for attendees who carpool, walk, or use public transit.
• Opt out of disposable name tags or collect and reuse plastic ones.