Student Union

The Student Union is a community space located in the Cougar Dome that provides APU students a place to gather, study, and relax on campus. Stop by and play a game of ping pong with a friend or take advantage of the computer stations to work on a class project. The Student Union also houses a number of student resources and offices, including the Office of Commuter Life and the Office of Campus Life.

Student Union Services

Computer stations and printers
APU’s lost and found
Recreational equipment including a pool table, ping pong table, and basketball court
Outdoor equipment rental
Commuter services: The Office of Commuter Life provides complimentary snacks and coffee, a refrigerator, microwave, and more amenities for commuter students to use

Student Union Information

For more information about Student Union services or amenities, contact the Office of Commuter Life.

Reservation Process

Reserving parties requesting the use of the Student Union must submit a request at least two weeks prior to the event.

On Campus (Internal)

You may request the use of the Student Union through submission of an online request via 25Live. 25Live can be accessed at events.apu.edu. Please contact Event Services at [email protected] or (626) 815-6016 if you have any questions.

Off Campus (External)

You may request the use of the Student Union by contacting Event Services at [email protected] or (626) 815-6016.

Hours of Operation

The Student Union management staff has the discretion of closing the Union for certain days prior to and after holidays.

East Building Hours of Operation for the Academic Year

Fall and Spring Semesters

Day	Time
Monday–Thursday	8 a.m.-10 p.m.
Friday	8 a.m.-6 p.m.
Saturday	Closed
Sunday	Closed

West Building Hours of Operation for the Academic Year

Fall and Spring Semesters

Day	Time
Monday–Thursday	11:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
Friday	9 a.m.-12 p.m., 1-4 p.m.
Saturday	Closed
Sunday	Closed

Summer

The Cougar Dome is closed during the summer months. The Office of Commuter Life, which is located in the Cougar Dome, can still be accessed by entering the northside doors of the building. The office is open 8 a.m.-5 p.m. during the summer.

Holiday Schedule

Holidays that fall on Mondays (during academic year):

Day	Time
Prior Friday	8 a.m.-4 p.m.
Saturday, Sunday, and Monday	Closed

Holidays that fall on Fridays (during academic year):

Day	Time
Prior Friday	8 a.m.-10 p.m.
Saturday, Sunday, and Monday	Closed

Winter and Midsemester Breaks

The Cougar Dome is closed during the university’s winter and midsemester breaks. The Office of Commuter Life can still be accessed by entering the northside doors of the Cougar Dome when the university is open. The hours of operation are 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Policies and Procedures

For policies pertaining to the Student Union (Cougar Dome), refer to the Student Union Policies and Procedures (PDF).

Student Discounts

SeaWorld Tickets

SeaWorld offers discounted tickets for the APU community. You can buy and print your discounted tickets online directly from SeaWorld’s website:

SeaWorld Parks and Entertainment