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The Hackensack Meridian Athletic Center is the venue for such prominent campus events as January Commencement, Open House, the Athletics Hall of Fame Induction Dinner, and much more.
Commencement<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Hackensack Meridian Athletic Center not only serves the school\u2019s 21 Division I Athletics programs, but is also a key asset for the entire Monmouth University community. It\u2019s the venue for a variety of prominent campus events.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The 153,200-square-foot facility features classroom and seminar space and a conference center that can be used for meetings or be partitioned and used for study halls, clinics, or workshops. The Hackensack Meridian Athletic Center, which includes a state-of-the-art fitness center, is also the location of the Leon Hess Champions’ Hall, Monmouth University Athletics Hall of Fame, and the Varsity Club, which is used for hospitality for Blue\/White Club members. Student lounges and study areas with complete wireless Internet access are also available in The Hackensack Meridian Athletic Center.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Hackensack Meridian Athletic Center\u2019s most prominent feature is the 4,100-seat arena, in which Hawks\u2019 fans cheer on the Monmouth men\u2019s and women\u2019s basketball teams, concert-goers enjoy their favorite bands, and the entire Monmouth community comes together to celebrate the achievements of our students, alumni, and employees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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