Distribution of Literature
Distribution of literature that is not for sale and speaking on campus grounds outdoors are allowed within certain parameters. This policy includes, but is not limited to, the following guidelines:
- Indoor material distribution and/or solicitation is allowed only in the lobby areas of academic buildings or at reserved contact tables in Kirby Commons. Kirby tables may be reserved in Mazévo; see 'Tabling' for more information. Other spaces outside Kirby may be rented by organizations by requesting a written use agreement and providing proof of required insurance. Contact Facilities Management for more information.
- The use of outdoor public space is permitted within reasonable areas as defined by University administration. These public gathering spaces are:
• LSBE Lobby
• Voss-Kovach/Engineering Lobby
• Kirby Commons (with reservation)
• Kirby meeting rooms (with reservation)
ℹ️ Materials may not be distributed within 25 feet of any building entrance. These distribution zones are established to maintain safe building ingress and egress. - Material distribution and/or solicitation are not allowed inside classrooms without prior expressed approval from the instructor.
- There must be no interference with, or impedence of, normal traffic flow of vehicular or pedestrian traffic, either inside or outside.
- The use of parking areas and parking lots is not permitted.
- No safety hazard of any kind may be created, and there is to be no interference or disruption of any other lawful activity of any other persons.
- The University retains the right to require a change in the time, place or manner of any gathering in the event of interference with any University event, class, program, meeting, or related activity.
- The use of sound amplification or a physical structure (e.g. tables, chairs, information racks) is not permitted without an approved event space permit. Contact Facilities Management for more information.
- Sponsoring organizations or departments are responsible for individual and collective conduct of persons attending any gathering, and they are also responsible for leaving the area clean and in its original condition. Sponsoring organizations will be responsible for costs associated with any repairs or maintenance required as a result of a gathering.
- There must be no coercion of any kind to accept publications or items.
- Groups must comply with all other applicable University policies and federal, state, and local laws.
Reporting Disruptive Behavior
Student organizations or individuals who are observed distributing literature or soliciting in hallways or campus buildings (outside of permitted solicitation in Housing & Residence Life facilities) should be reported to the Kirby Welcome Desk. Housing & Residence Life staff in 149 LSH can verify whether solicitation in H&RL facilities has been approved.
External organizations in collaboration with student organizations must abide by all distribution and solicitation guidelines. See 'Collaborating with External Organizations' for more information.