LOCATION and DIRECTIONS
St. Mary of the Lake Conference Center
Retreat and reflect in the quiet, calm, and sacred surroundings on the edge of breathtaking St. Mary's Lake. Amenities include an on-campus meeting hall, overnight lodging for guests, and meals with a hosted happy hour.
Location
The University of Saint Mary of the Lake is located at 1000 E. Maple Avenue in Mundelein, IL, approximately four miles west of Interstate 94. The closest airport is O’Hare International Airport, about 28 miles south of USML.
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​Our main entrance off Route 176 is open during campus visiting hours. We recommend entry to campus from Route 45 (Lake Street). This entrance is just north of the Route 176/Route 45 intersection. In your GPS, enter “Route 45 and Dunbar/University Mundelein, IL” for directions to this entrance. ​​
Directions
If you are heading North on Interstate 94:
To reach the seminary from Interstate 94, take the Hwy 176 exit and turn right at the foot of the ramp to head west (the ramp loops around). Continue on 176 to Route 45, and the entrance will be on your right at Dunbar/University Street.
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If you are heading South on Interstate 94:
To reach the seminary from Interstate 94, take Exit 10 for IL-21/Milwaukee Ave. Turn right onto Casey Rd and continue to U.S. Route 45. Turn left and continue on Route 45 until you reach the Dunbar/University Street entrance.
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Arrival:
The USML Conference Center Lodge is in the 300P Building (E), and the Conference Center Meeting Hall is in the 400P Building (D) on campus. Guests are required to park in the Purple Lot. Taxis, car service, and limos should drop off guests in the Purple Lot.​
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