About
Designed by O'Neil Ford, the Chapman Center provides cross-disciplinary collaboration bridges for undergraduate and graduate work in the humanities, social sciences, theory, and applied technology.
Dedicated in 1964, the Chapman Graduate Center was the first major building completed as part of Trinity’s Centennial Program.
Fast Facts
- One of twenty-six buildings part of Trinity's National Historic District
- Serves more than 33% of Trinity faculty, more than 60% of students, and 3 of Trinity’s 6 graduate programs
Hours of operation
Monday-Friday: 7 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Saturday-Sunday: Closed
Inside the Venue
Chapman Center, one of our upper-campus academic buildings, is an ideal venue for facilitating a program within one central location.
Features:
- 13 smart classrooms
- Theater-style auditorium for 182 people
- Banquet-style hall for up to 150 people
Chapman Fountain
The fountain is a refreshing oasis and point of entry to the Chapman Center and also serves as an additional space for outdoor learning.
Chapman Auditorium
Chapman houses a 182-seat auditorium, perfect for lectures, seminars, and large workshops.
Chapman Center Lobby
The Chapman Center lobby is used for sign-in tables, receptions, and other related activities from events held in the Auditorium.
Great Hall
The Great Hall is one of the most historically significant interior spaces on campus, and serves as a collaborative space for students, visitors, and events.
Gold Room
The Gold Room is a faculty lounge used primarily for departmental receptions and small meetings or conference gatherings.
University Club
A membership club where faculty and staff may gather for breakfast, lunch, a break, or a snack during the day.
Directions and Parking
Address: East Rosewood Avenue, San Antonio, TX 78212
Directions to the Chapman Center
Events and Booking Information
Upcoming Events
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Trinity University events are going virtual!
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, most University events will be in virtual format in accordance with health and safety guidelines. This decision reflects the University’s desire to protect members of the Trinity community as well as guests and visitors, both on campus or at Trinity-sponsored events off campus.
A Dream Realized
Opportunity to support renovations of the HCAD Suite in Chapman
Trinity’s School of Business to be Named the Michael Neidorff School of Business
$25 million gift will bolster programs, curricula, and facilities
Booking Information
Tiger Faculty and Staff
Host an Event
Planning a large event or activity? Contact Conferences and Special Programs for more information about event planning on Trinity’s campus.
Reserve a Space or Place
Make individual space or room reservations through T-Space at tspace.trinity.edu. You’ll need your Trinity network username and password, and an idea about the date, time, location, and size of your event.
Students: Reach out to a faculty or staff sponsor for more information on event planning and space reservations.
Community Members
Host an Event
Want to use a facility or space on Trinity’s campus for your next large event or activity? Contact Conferences and Special Programs for more information.
Reserve a Space or Place
Rooms, halls, and outdoor spaces can be reserved for events such as guest lectures, meetings, or other smaller activities. Contact Conferences and Special Programs for more information.