SPU Display Policy
Display Guidelines
- Employees may temporarily post approved displays that are created for the purpose of promoting SPU programs, services, and events on SPU bulletin boards, sandwich boards, and other designated areas as necessary to conduct University business operations, including teaching and research.
- Employees may display in University provided office spaces personal materials that are not otherwise a violation of this policy. Civil expressions of dissent, including disagreement with University policies, are permitted.
- Permissible displays may be posted using push pins or staples on University bulletin boards. Except for blue painter’s tape, tape is not permitted on wall surfaces. Employees must consult with University Facilities when hanging heavier displays or affixing large items.
Impermissible Displays
Impermissible displays include, but are not limited to:
- Displays that contain illegal, discriminatory, or obscene images or language
- Displays that demean or degrade another person or group of people
- Displays that contain improper use of University trademarks
- Displays that contain political campaign activity material or endorse political candidates or their positions
- Displays attached to trees or other vegetation on University property
- Displays that interfere with building codes or obstruct required signage
- Displays attached to exterior campus structures, any windows, building exteriors (including facades), retaining walls, and exterior stairwells (except upon approval of the Responsible Office / Responsible Executive identified above)
Display Removal
The University reserves the right to remove, without prior notice, any display that violates University policy.
Individuals posting displays advertising specific events are responsible for removing them within 24 hours after the event takes place. Signs and posters that are not related to specific events or dates may be removed at the University’s discretion. The University may also periodically remove all signs or posters (e.g., between quarters), or remove signs or posters that have already been posted for an extended period (e.g., advertisements for summer programs that have already been posted for several weeks).  Individuals and organizations are held responsible for costs incurred in removing improperly posted displays and are liable for damage caused to University property by improper or excessive posting.
Violations
The immediate supervisor of faculty or staff who violate this policy will be responsible to address the matter and respond in a manner that is proportionate to the frequency and severity of the violation.
Inquiries may be directed to the Assistant Vice President for Human Resources.
Definition of Terms
Term | Definition |
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Display | Displays include but are not limited to posters, signs, symbols, fliers, electronic signatures, signage, leaflets, chalking, graffiti, electronic images, or other displayable materials. |
University Property or Premise | Buildings, grounds, and land that are owned by SPU or controlled by SPU via leases or other formal contractual arrangements to house ongoing SPU operations. |
Related Policies and Procedures
Political Activities Policy • Employee Handbook • Statement of Faith • SPU Brand Identity and Style Guide