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"Once again you and your team made a huge difference in the SUCCESS of our event..."

"I must say that it is difficult to beat the facilities at the [Commons] Center."

"At one point, I had a live Internet feed, a PowerPoint presentation, and a computer model all running simultaneously. That is just not possible at most venues."

"All of the logistics ran flawlessly and your staff members were always readily available and very helpful."

 

Testimonials

Here's what our clients are saying about us.

"Thank You! Once again you and your team made a huge difference in the success of our event. And, we so appreciate it. Having you all do such a great job at what you do allows us to concentrate on really 'being' with the event for the day -- and that means the world to us. Your facility is great, that's true. But it's your commitment to making sure we are 'taken care of' that really makes it such a pleasure to work with you."

"Thank You. The day made a difference for everybody there -- and you and your team contributed to that greatly."

"It is my pleasure to share with you a very special experience I had this week, visiting the Commons to attend a session for healthcare professionals. I flew-in from West Texas (Odessa) and following the directions given to me, had a taxi drop me off at the Commons only to find out that the session I needed to attend was at the MCC building. At that point, I was very fortunate to meet Frances Stephens. Without any hesitation, she requested one of the other staff members to drive me over to the MCC center in her personal car. I would have appreciated this help by any standards, but more so now, since I had one of my arms in a cast (broken arm) that made it possible for me to attend an important session. You have a very compassionate and caring team member in Frances and I would like to take this opportunity say a 'Texas Sized' THANK YOU to Frances for her help."

"I just wanted to take a minute to brag on you and your staff. We were scheduled to offer our program... and then the ice storm hit. When they closed the University on the 25th - you stayed in close contact with me. When the University re-opened at 10am on the 26th - the Commons was open and ready for us by 9:30am. The service and the food was excellent throughout the event even though I know you must have been shorthanded. Many thanks to you and your staff for your professionalism, excellent customer service and willingness to go the extra mile."

"I present at approximately 45 conferences and facilities annually, and I must say that it is difficult to beat the facilities at the UT Pickle Research Center. We all had a 30-foot screen, Internet access, a wireless microphone, an excellent sound system, and theatre-style seating for our presentations. At one point, I had a photo from a live Internet feed, a PowerPoint presentation, and a computer model from another program all running simultaneously. That is just not possible at most venues. The Conference facilities are excellent here. The Internet connection always works well and is a T-1 high speed line. I thank the staff for their helpfulness each year at this event. They are truly top-notch."

"Thanks so much to you and your staff for helping to make our graduation reception a success. I have heard nothing but good things about it! The room looked great, the food was delicious (we're munching on it today) and the staff was very supportive."

"All of the logistics ran flawlessly and your staff members were always readily available and very helpful. We'll certainly recommend the Commons Center to colleagues who are considering hosting a meeting."

"I want to thank you for your assistance. Your group is truly a pleasure to work with. I have been doing these type conferences for a number of years and it is always nice to work with someone that knows what they are doing and is flexible!"

"Thank you again for all your assistance and support with the conference. We had a great time. The facility is wonderful. The food was great. The staff there made it very easy for me. We hope to have a two day conference next year. I look forward to working with you again."

"Your assistance and your facilities are the BEST!! (and we've had a few over the years) Thanks again!"

"I love the new look of the Web site. It's so professional - crisp and clean."

 

for an uncommon conferencing experience
Updated August 4, 2006
Comments to Commons Center Staff.
Office of the Vice President for Employee and Campus Services