Poster Policy

Classroom

Posting/distribution of printed materials for solicitation, promotion, or advertising must be conducted in accordance with the following regulations, as well as various policies governing specific University facilities. Items not in compliance will be removed.

  1. The placing of posters (information material) and signs originating from campus units requires the approval of the Campus Executive Officer.
  2. Any announcements, postings, etc. not originating from a campus office or a campus organization must be approved by the Public Information Office (in Student Services Bldg.) before posting. Items posted improperly or without approval will be removed.
  3. The organization or individual that posts the information is responsible for proper removal/disposal of materials at the end of their usefulness in a manner that prevents littering.
  4. Posters/flyers must have the name of sponsoring organization clearly indicated, must be removed the day following the election or advertised event.
  5. Advertising products/services a commercial (for profit) distributer (or its representative) is NOT permitted. However, enrolled students are permitted to advertise personal items/services for sale (books, autos, tutoring, typing, babysitting, etc.). Such advertising is restricted to “note card” size not to exceed 4" x 6". Such advertising also must be approved by the Information Services Office.
  6. Advertisement of a religious or political nature will not be posted unless it is an approved activity which is sponsored by a chartered student organization.
  7. The institution will have final authoritywhen determining which materials to post.

Approved Locations

  1. Approved and recommended locations for posting/distributing materials may be obtained from the Public Information Office.
  2. Because of limited posting space, there must be no more than two promotional posters/flyers in any single area.
  3. After material is approved, the cork bulletin boards or other designated locations on campus must be used for posting. (Cars, traffic signs, power/light poles, sidewalks, trees, walls, glass doors, floors, or any part of a University structure are NOT approved for posting/advertising).
  4. "Personal" advertising is restricted to the cork bulletin board in the “Glass House.”
  5. Temporary directions, signs for conventions, tours, or other special events may be displayed in a manner appropriate to the space and surface but must be removed promptly by the sponsoring group. Such signs must have prior approval through the activity approval form process.

Approved Attachment Methods

  1. All materials must be affixed in designated locations in a manner appropriate to the display space and surface.
  2. Bulletin boards accept tacks or pins. (Masking tape is recommended for non-tack surfaces.)
  3. Scotch tape, nails, tacks, etc. that damage surfaces or leave residue are NOT approved.
  4. Individuals or organizations will be held responsible for damage or costs of removal.

The foregoing policy does not exclude advertising in University publications or other media.

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