Fluno Center to open March 1

The new Fluno Center for Executive Education, opening Wednesday, March 1, will be one of the premier executive education centers in the nation.

The $24 million, eight-floor Fluno Center combines state-of-the-art technology with the ambiance of a relaxed residential setting.

Although primarily created for Executive Education programs, the Fluno Center, any department can use the facilities for university-affiliated educational programs, board meetings and special events. The 100 guest rooms are available for special guests of the university such as speakers or recruiters, but not for public lodging.

The center is owned by the Center for Advanced Studies in Business, Inc., a nonprofit corporation that supports the activities of the School of Business. The building includes more than 40,000 square feet of meeting space including classrooms, conference rooms, an auditorium, case study rooms, banquet and reception rooms, and a courtyard.

All classrooms are equipped with the latest technology such as high-speed Internet access, VCR and DVD/laser disc players, high-definition personal computers and Macintosh-compatible data/video projection systems. Videoconferencing is available upon request.

Guest rooms also are wired for the Internet, and the interior of the building features prairie-style furnishings and original lithographs of designs by Frank Lloyd Wright.

Fluno Center guests may enjoy gourmet cuisine in the Executive Dining Room, a study pub, fitness room, valet laundry service and 290 underground parking stalls. Parking is operated by the UW–Madison Transportation Services, and is available for use by Fluno Center guests and campus visitors.

Reservations for events and lodging at the Fluno Center can be made through the School of Business Conference Services Office, 265-4954. Those interested in getting a “sneak peek” of the facility can arrange a tour through Conference Services.

Fluno Center construction has been funded by $18.4 million in bonds and private gifts including a $3 million donation by Jere and Anne Fluno as well as donations from other distinguished alumni and friends.