Erickson Alumni Center Wedding Guide

THE ERICKSON ALUMNI CENTER AT STATLER WILSON COMMONS

WEDDINGS

PLANNING YOUR DAY

WEDDING PACKAGESFULL PACKAGES | DINE AROUND

WEDDING ENHANCEMENTSENHANCEMENTS | BAR

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We are so happy you chose to spend your special day at The Erickson Alumni Center! Our professional and friendly staff will work closely with you to bring your vision to life. Our doors are open to West Virginia University alumni and friends.

Our staff is available to help plan all of the details of your special day. We offer services and amenities designed to make your day memorable. We can help you take care of all of the details like ordering specialty linens, centerpieces, and other rentals, arranging your timeline and customizing your menu. We can also help set up and design your space to best suit your individual tastes and preferences.

M E N U T A S T I N G $ 7 5 (For two people)After booking your special event at the Center, you are invited to experience the fine culinary cuisine we offer. Enjoy three full entrées of your choice with three starches and three vegetables, house salads and beverages for $75 (plus 21% service charge, 6% state tax) with tableside consultation from our award-winning executive chef.

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Every event is special. We have designed customized wedding packages to meet your needs. Enjoy a six-hour facility rental, including a one-hour reception with limited bar service, followed by a full course dinner. Celebrate with a complimentary champagne toast with friends and family. The possibilities are endless! Visit page 10 for a full list of amenities.

I N C L U D E D B A R S E R V I C E SA champagne toast for all guests and limited bar service with domestic draught and bottled beers, call wines and soda are included in all of our wedding packages. Please refer to the bar sheets to select your choice beverages.

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*Dietary restricted options are available upon request.*Please note that prices are subject to a 21% service charge and a 6% state tax.*These menu options may be customized, per the customer’s request. Contact the catering sales manager for more information.

*Please note that prices are based on 150 guests. If you are hosting less than 150 guests, a $10 per person room rental fee will be assessed. *These menu options may be customized, per the customer’s request. Contact the catering sales manager for more information.*See page 11 for separate bar pricing.

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*Dietary restricted options are available upon request.

Full Wedding PackagesPrice based on 150 guests or more, priced per person.

T H E C O L L E G I A T E ( B U F F E T ) $ 7 0

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Fresh fruit display with Chantilly cream | Fresh vegetable

crudités with dip | Domestic cheese display with crostinis

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Meatballs (Swedish, barbecue, or Italian styles) | Assorted

petite quiches | Chicken potstickers | Cocktail shrimp

shooters with Bloody Mary cocktail sauce | Thai satay

(chicken or beef ) | Boneless chicken wings (Jack Daniel’s

barbecue, buffalo style, or parmesan garlic butter)

Select one

Yukon Gold mashed potatoes | Oven roasted potatoes

| Classic rice pilaf | Parmesan risotto

HORS D’OEUVRES

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Spinach and artichoke dip with baguettes | Santa Fe black

bean salsa with tri-colored tortillas | Roasted red pepper

hummus with pita | Garden fresh guacamole with tri-colored

tortillas

Select one

Classic tomato, portobello mushroom or Mediterranean

bruschetta | Spanakopita | Vegetable egg rolls with duck

sauce

PRE-RECEPTION HOUR

Includes four hours of bar service with beer, wine, and soda

SIDESSelect one

Green beans with roasted red peppers | Seasonal grilled

mixed vegetables | Buttered corn on the cob | Honey glazed

baby carrots

DINNER (Served with coffee, tea and water)

SALADS Select one

Erickson House Salad mixed greens, goat cheese, candied pecans, tomato, and cucumber

Chop House Salad romaine and iceberg lettuce, homemade bacon bits, chopped egg, and tomato with choice of dressing

*All salads include mixed artisan rolls and butter

ENTRÉES Select three Slow Roasted Beef Brisket with a portobello demi-glace | Steak Roulade with a spinach, portobello mushroom, and

sundried tomato stuffing | Hunter Style Sirloin Choice Tips with a burgundy demi-glace | Stuffed Chicken Madison with a

sundried cranberry and apricot corn bread stuffing | Almond Crusted Chicken with a warm honey mustard sauce | Chicken

Bruschetta with tomatoes and parmesan crust | Bone-in Pork Osso Buco in a southwest rub | Cedar Plank Maple Salmon

maple and brown sugar cured with a cinnamon herb butter | Marinated and Slow Roasted Top Round Beef thinly sliced and

served with a red onion demi-glace | Portobello Mushroom Ravioli with roasted red pepper cream | Rustic Italian Cod

cooked in Italian herbs and seasoning with roasted tomatoes | Six Cheese Stuffed Shells roasted tomato marinara and fresh

shaved romano cheese | Three Cheese Spinach Ravioli served with a roasted red pepper cream

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T H E G R A D U A T E ( S E R V E D ) $ 7 0

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Meatballs (Swedish, barbecue, or Italian styles) | Assorted

petite quiches | Chicken potstickers | Cocktail shrimp shooters

with Bloody Mary sauce | Thai satay (chicken or beef)

| Boneless chicken wings (Jack Daniel’s barbecue, buffalo style,

or parmesan garlic butter)

Select one

Bourbon glazed baby carrots | Grilled asparagus with lemon

herb butter | Julienned seasonal vegetables | Italian green

beans with roasted red peppers | Squash medley

HORS D’OEUVRES

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hummus with pita | Garden fresh guacamole with tri-colored

tortillas

Select one

Classic tomato, portobello mushroom or Mediterranean

bruschetta | Spanakopita | Vegetable egg rolls with duck

sauce

PRE-RECEPTION HOUR


SIDESSelect one

Red-skinned mashed potatoes | Garlic roasted tri-colored

baby potatoes | Salt rubbed Idaho baked potato | Baked

sweet potato with cinnamon butter | Classic rice pilaf

| Parmesan risotto


SALADS Select one




ENTRÉES Select three

Hunter Style Sirloin Choice Tips with a burgundy demi-glace | Marinated and Slow Roasted Top Round Beef thinly sliced

and served with a red onion demi-glace | Almond Crusted Chicken with a warm honey mustard sauce | Chicken Bruschetta

with tomatoes and parmesan crust | Bone-in Pork Osso Buco in a southwest rub | Cedar Plank Maple Salmon maple and

brown sugar cured with a cinnamon herb butter | Three Cheese Spinach Ravioli served with a roasted red pepper cream

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T H E M A S T E R S ( S E R V E D ) $ 7 5

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Smoked trout with dill hollandaise | Chicken Cordon Bleu in

a puff pastry | Shrimp cocktail | Sirloin with gorgonzola and

bacon | Balsamic watermelon cubes | Sliced stromboli

| Italian tomato basil soup shooters with grilled cheese sliders

Select one




HORS D’OEUVRES

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Baked Brie with brown sugar and roasted almonds served

with crackers | Spinach and artichoke dip with baguettes

| Buffalo chicken dip with tri-colored tortilla chips

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Phyllo wrapped asiago and asparagus | Italian sausage

stuffed baby portobello mushrooms | Classic tomato

bruschetta | Prosciutto wrapped asparagus | Spanakopita

PRE-RECEPTION HOUR


SIDESSelect one




| Parmesan risotto


SALADS Select one



Summer Salad mixed greens, mandarin oranges, dried cranberries, and roasted almonds with choice of dressings



Sirloin Steak Diane prime cut 8 oz. sirloin, served with shitake mushrooms, roasted garlic, shallots with a Cabernet sauce

| Chicken Bruschetta with a parmesan crust | Marinated and Slow Roasted Top Round Beef thinly sliced and served with a

red onion demi-glace | Chicken Coq Au Vin chicken breast braised in red wine, pearl onions, roasted tomatoes, mushrooms,

and bacon lardon | Portobello Mushroom Ravioli served with a roasted red pepper cream | Pork Strip Steak marinated and

served with a bourbon brown sugar demi-glace | Pecan Crusted Orange Roughy served with a bourbon butter sauce

| Boneless Braised Beef Short Ribs in a mushroom onion demi-glace | Sicilian Stuffed Filet of Salmon stuffed with spinach,

roasted red peppers, Portobello mushrooms, garlic and red wine



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T H E D O C T O R A T E ( S E R V E D ) $ 8 0

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Smoked trout with dill hollandaise | Chicken Cordon Bleu in

a puff pastry | Jumbo shrimp cocktail | Sirloin with gorgon-

zola and bacon | Asian short rib pot pie | Salmon canapés

| Italian tomato basil soup shooters with grilled cheese sliders

Select one




HORS D’OEUVRES

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Baked Brie with brown sugar and roasted almonds with

crackers | Lobster queso dip served with tri-colored tortillas

| Maryland crab dip with toasted baguettes | Buffalo chicken

dip with tri-colored tortilla chips

Select two

Balsamic watermelon cubes (seasonal) | Prosciutto wrapped

asparagus | Phyllo wrapped Asiago and asparagus | Italian

sausage stuffed baby portobello mushrooms

PRE-RECEPTION HOUR


SIDESSelect one




| Parmesan risotto


SALADS Select one



Summer Salad mixed greens, mandarin oranges, dried cranberries, and roasted almonds with choice of dressings

The Wedge hearts of iceberg lettuce, beefsteak tomatoes, bacon, and crumbled blue cheese



Chicken Oscar Parmesan crusted chicken | Barbecue Duck Breast with molasses barbecue, marinated red onion | Black

Angus Ribeye Filet 10 oz. prime cut, served with a portobello mushroom demi-glace | Beef Prime Rib 12 oz. cut, pepper

crusted and slow roasted, served with horseradish cream or au jus | Maryland Crab Cakes paired with a rémoulade sauce |

Surf and Turf petite peppercorn crusted 4 oz. sirloin filet paired with a Maryland crab cake or Sicilian stuffed salmon filet

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If you’re in the mood for a more intimate atmosphere, try one of our popular Dine Around options including four hours of bar service (wine, beer, champagne toast and soda) with hors d’oeuvres and food stations. Mingle with friends and family on your special day.

*Dietary restricted options are available upon request.*Please note that prices are subject to a 21% service charge and a 6% state tax. Prices are subject to change without notice.*These menu options may be customized, per the customer’s request. Contact the catering sales manager for more information.

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Dine Around Packages


T H E O G L E B A Y $ 6 2

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Assorted petite quiches | Cocktail shrimp shooters with

Bloody Mary sauce | Meatballs (Swedish, barbecue or Italian

styles) | Thai satay (chicken or beef ) | Boneless chicken wings

(Jack Daniel’s barbecue, buffalo style, or parmesan garlic butter)

| Pineapple chicken kabobs | Chicken potstickers

Select one

Display station | Carving station | Action station

*See page 9 for details

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hummus with pita

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Spanakopita | Vegetable egg rolls with duck sauce

| Classic tomato, portobello mushroom or Mediterranean

bruschetta

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Blackened tenderloin medallions with horseradish cream

| Cocktail shrimp with Bloody Mary sauce | Coconut shrimp

with Chambord dipping sauce | Black sesame seared tuna

| Crabmeat stuffed mushrooms

Select three (Gourmet Sliders)

Roast beef with blue cheese and caramelized onions

| Chicken salad | Black Angus burger | Smoked turkey with

sundried tomato aioli | Pulled pork | Honey ham with dijon

mustard | Southern fried chicken

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Display station | Carving station | Action station

*See page 9 for details

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Lobster queso dip with toasted baguettes | Spinach and

artichoke dip with baguettes | Maryland crab dip with toasted

baguettes | Buffalo chicken dip with tri-colored tortillas

Select one


crudités with dip | Imported cheese display with crostinis

Select two

Spanakopita | Phyllo wrapped Asiago and asparagus

| Smoked trout with dill hollandaise | Prosciutto wrapped

asparagus | Italian sausage stuffed baby portobello

mushrooms

T H E W O O D B U R N $ 7 0

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D I S P L A Y S & A C T I O N S T A T I O NNacho BarTri-colored tortillas presented with Tex-Mex ground beef, pulled mesquite chicken, fresh guacamole, house made salsa, shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, jalapeños, sliced olives, diced tomatoes and sour cream

Gourmet Slider BarBar includes Black Angus steakhouse burgers with tomato and caramelized onions, barbecue pulled pork sandwiches with crispy slaw, and southern fried chicken on biscuits (Served with french fries)

Fondue StationAssorted fondues include aged cheddar, fontina, Gruyere, buttermilk blue, and beer cheeses with Guinness and butterkäse, spinach and artichoke, dark and white chocolates, and caramel. Accoutrements include bread cubes, vegetables, chicken, poached shrimp, cubed beef tenderloin, marinated Portobellos, strawberries, pineapple, marshmallows, pound cake, and brownie cubes

Smoked FishHardwood smoked salmon or trout with pita chips, a citrus cream sauce, and other condiments

Low Country DisplayShrimp, crawfish, sausage, catfish, corn and red-skinned potatoes cooked in a seasoned broth. Served with red beans, dirty rice, grits, and cast iron cornbread with an herb compound butter

Sushi BarAssorted sushi rolls, nigiri, and sashimi with soy sauce, fresh ginger and wasabi

Sweet StationAssorted dessert shooters, chocolate dipped strawberries, mini cream puffs, mini assorted cheesecakes, petits fours, assorted brownie bites, and mini fruit tartlets

C A R V I N G S T A T I O N SHickory Smoked Turkey Breast with a spicy mustard sauce and cranberry relishRoasted Pork Loin with a Jack Daniel’s maple glazeBlack Oak Baked Ham with a ginger ale glaze and honey mustard

Stations

Pasta Action StationBow tie, seashell and penne pastas in your choice of roasted red pepper Alfredo, tomato basil or creamy pesto sauce. Toppings include sun-dried tomatoes, Italian sausage, grilled chicken, button mushrooms, sliced olives, diced Bermuda onion, Roma tomatoes, assorted garden peppers or mini meatballs


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Table

Floor length round linens | Decorated bridal or sweetheart table | White lights under skirted tables | Chair covers with tied sashes in your preferred color | Skirted cake, gift, cookie or candy tables

Room

Facility rental with limited bar service (four hours) | Full course served dinner, buffet, or reception | One hour reception prior to dinner with appetizers

Décor

Mirrored tiles | Three votives per table

W E D D I N G P A C K A G E A M E N I T I E S I N C L U D E :


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B A R E N H A N C E M E N T SExtra hour of limited bar service, $3 per personExtra hour of full bar service, $5 per personUpgrade to four hours of full call bar service, $16 per personDance with call Jell-O shots, $2.75 per shotDance with call shots, $3.75 per shot

*Any remaining shots will be placed at bar for consumption.

*If you would like us to provide you with a full cash bar in addition to your host beer, wine, and soda, we are happy to oblige with no additional bar set-up fees.

*In the event that you choose to separate bar costs from food, we will deduct $20 per person from your package price.

*Please note all prices are per glass and include a 6% state tax on cash purchases. *A 21% service charge and a 6% sales tax will be added for a sponsoring host bar.

Country French window backdrop $25 each Six-foot black street lamps $15 each Uplights in a variety of colors $40 LCD projector and screen $350 Roman columns $10 each Fire in our courtyard fireplace $150/hour Menu tasting $75 for two people Charger plates .50¢ each

Risers and staging:4’ by 8’ by 8” $75 per section6’ by 8’ by 34” with steps, $100 per section

Upon Consultation:Baby grand piano (inside only, fee does not include pianist) Pipe and drape Upgraded linens Ice sculpture Real flower arrangements Chairs for courtyard ceremony

Enhancements

The BarI N C L U D E D B A R S E R V I C E SA champagne toast for all guests and limited bar service with domestic draught and bottled beers, call wines and soda are included in all of our wedding packages. Please refer to the bar sheets to select your choice beverages.

S E P A R A T E B A R P R I C I N G

Limited Bar $75Includes draught beer, domestic bottled beer, wine, and soda

Cash & Host BarsEither the sponsoring host or each guest pays individually

Full Bar $150 per barIncludes draught beer, liquor, bottled beer, wine, and soda

*One bar will be set per 100 guests. The bar set-up fee includes mixers, bar fruit, glasses, cocktail napkins, and stirrers.

*Highlighted text pertains to possible services that we can provide

Set up budget plan

Hire wedding planner if desired

Determine guest list

Book ceremony venue

Book recepetion venue

Confirm wedding date

Choose members of wedding party

Pick wedding theme

Entertainment, DJ or band

Wedding cake

Photographer/videographer

Hotel listings for guests

Find florist

Make/order wedding invitations

Book rehearsal dinner venue

Find transportation vendors

Plan meal menus

Write vows

Wedding gown

Schedule hair and makeup appointments

Call guests to confirm RSVPs

Bridesmaid and wedding party attire

Obtain marraige license

Favors (placecards, guest book, cake knife)

Thank you notes

Set up honeymoon

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The Erickson Alumni Center at Statler Wilson Commons One Alumni Drive P.O. Box 4269 Morgantown, WV 26504-4269 304.293.4731 alumni.wvu.edu/eac

The Erickson Alumni Center One Alumni Drive | PO Box 4269

Morgantown WV 25604-4269 304.293.4731 | alumni.wvu.edu

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Erickson Alumni Center Wedding Guide