The Diederich Atrium

Room Information

The Diederich Atrium is our largest and most spectacular event space with dramatic two-story windows that make it the perfect backdrop for your large gathering. It opens out to a lush private courtyard and the intimate Crary Lounge, which allows for a unique space for your event.

Capacities:
Banquet Seating		140
Row Seating		200
Reception/Social		200

About the Donor:
Dr. Warren Diederich (BARCH ’50) and Irene (Gunvaldsen) Diederich (Home Economics ’47) were key leaders of the Alumni Center project. Their vision, enthusiasm, and determination made this facility possible. Along with their unfailing gifts of personal time and energy, they were very generous financially in making this building a reality. Warren served as Chair of the Alumni Center Building Committee, and the beautiful two-story atrium is named in their honor. Warren was responsible for seeking the talents of artist Katie McCleery for the brick bison mural at the entrance. They also “topped off” the building in true NDSU fashion with a Bison Weathervane that proudly oversees the campus. Warren served on the NDSU Development Foundation Board of Trustees, was honored with the Alumni Achievement Award (1985) Foundation Service Award (1990), and was a member of the Old Main Society. Warren and Irene were the founders of Industrial Builders, a respected national construction firm. Warren passed away in 2008 at the age of 84. Irene passed away in 2009 at the age of 84.