Hughes-Trigg Student Center, the focal point for student activities at Southern Methodist University, was conceived through a $10 million donation from Charles and Katharine Hughes-Trigg. The 112,000 square-foot center features a variety of programs and a range of resources for students to enjoy.

Welcome Desk

If you have questions about Hughes-Trigg, would like a tour of the building, or lost an item, the Welcome Desk is where you should visit! Located in the Atrium on Level 1, the desk is staffed throughout the day to help with everything Hughes-Trigg.

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Building Hours 

Monday - Friday
7:30 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Saturday - Sunday
9:00 a.m. - 6 p.m.


Student Center and Activities office will be open:
Monday-Friday: 8:30AM - 5:00PM

HTSC Operations Guidelines

Click the button below to view the policies and procedures of the Hughes-Trigg Student Center. Included are guidelines for daily visitors as well as anyone looking to reserve a space for meetings or events in HTSC.

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Featured Spaces

Mother's Room
Hughes-Trigg has a designated Mother's room (lactation room) located on Level 1, near the south entrance of the building.


Religious and Spiritual Resources
Along with the Office of the Chaplain and Religious Life, Hughes-Trigg offers a Religious Life Commons, Muslim Prayer room, and Ablution rooms all located on Level 2.


Veterans Center
The Veterans Center is located on Level 2 of Hughes-Trigg right off of the main common space. The center is a space for veterans to relax or study between classes.

Hughes-Trigg Student Center The Chamber
Reserve A Space

Looking to reserve a space in Hughes-Trigg Student Center for your next meeting or event? Click on the button below to find out more information about the many rooms and large gathering spaces that HTSC has to offer.

Contact Us

Email: HTSC@smu.edu | Phone: 214-768-4400

Physical Address:
3140 Dyer Street
Dallas, TX 75205
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 750436 
Dallas, TX 75275