About

Upper level of Harwood Memorial Union

The grand entrance to Harwood Memorial Union is featured on Ripon College's signature logo for many reasons. Students create lifelong memories on this lawn, including outdoor movie nights, concerts, picnics and Frisbee golf.

Most importantly, it's where the College's Commencement ceremony is held each spring (weather permitting). At the end of your time as a Red Hawk, you, too, will receive your diploma here in the heart of campus! Beneath our famous clock tower is Harwood Memorial Union.

Inside you will find one of the College's largest venues, Great Hall. This beautiful ballroom hosts a variety of events throughout the year that include the annual community potluck dinner, presentations by nationally recognized speakers, and performances by comedians, musicians and other artists.

The union also is home to WRPN, an online radio station and the office of Marketing and Communications.

Lower level of Harwood Memorial Union

The lower levels of the Harwood Memorial Union is the spot to be!

The Spot is our next biggest dining location outside of the main dining room.

This restaurant-style eatery offers a full menu of made-to-order meals such as burgers and wings.

The Spot is a popular place to relax with your friends between classes during the week.

On the weekends, enjoy live music, comedians, speakers, etc. on the stage.