1. Application of Policy

   This policy applies to all distribution, posting, and exhibiting of non-commercial literature on campus property. For the purpose of this Section, "non-commercial literature" is defined as any printed material published for reasons other than for sale and/or distribution primarily to generate personal, private, or corporate profit/gain which is not tax exempt under federal or California tax law.

2. Content of Material

   Except as described in Subsections B.2.b. and c., below, the University will not restrict distribution, posting, or exhibiting of non-commercial literature based on its content unless its distribution violates state or federal law or constitutes a violation of University policy. Although not prohibited by this policy, UCSD does not endorse the distribution, posting, and exhibiting of literature that advocates illegal acts or activities, or literature that is clearly offensive to individuals or groups within the campus community.

3. Discipline

   Students who engage in violations of this section may be disciplined in accordance with the UCSD Student Conduct Code as set forth in the UCSD Policies and Procedures Applying to Student Activities, Section 22.00 et seq. Violations of this posting policy may be reported to the Dean of the college and residence facility or to the manager of the building in question.

4. Related Policies

   Section X of this PPM contains the policy relating to Use of University Properties for Commercial Purposes which governs distribution of commercial literature. Also, see PPM 200-12 for policies and procedures relating to Employee Organizations as defined under HERRA.

1. Distribution

   Non-commercial literature may be distributed on University grounds open to the public generally, as long as such activities do not materially and substantially disrupt the orderly operation of the campus.

2. Posting
   1. General

      Posting of non-commercial literature on University property is prohibited unless in compliance with the provisions of this policy. In addition, where approval is required such approval must be obtained prior to posting the material .

   2. Events

      Certain areas are reserved for posting of flyers, posters, and/or banners announcing campus events (events which have been approved by the designated UCSD official responsible for the area in question). Use of these areas for posting of event announcements requires compliance with procedures set forth in Section C. Posting Procedures, below. These areas are identified in Supplement I of this policy.

   3. Special Purpose

      Certain areas may be reserved for posting of certain special-purpose notices (such as ride boards or housing information). Use of these areas is generally subject to regulations and procedures described at the location.

   4. General Information

      Certain areas are open for the posting of general non-commercial literature and are for use by registered campus organizations, students, faculty, or staff. Since space is limited, each individual or group is limited to one posting per location and posting over announcements that are still current is prohibited. Postings in general information areas must comply with the procedures set forth in Section C. Posting Procedures, below. (See Supplement I for the area listings).

   5. Student Residences

      Posting on exterior balconies or railings of apartment rooms or dormitory suites is prohibited. However, this policy does not restrict posting of material inside student dormitory bed rooms or on the inside of exterior-facing dormitory room windows, except that postings inside dormitory bed rooms or on the inside of exterior-facing dormitory bed room windows or doors may not interfere with the operation of doors or windows or otherwise endanger health or safety. This policy also does not restrict posting of material in common living areas not open to the general public of apartments or dormitory suites, provided that none of the residents of adjoining rooms with access to the common area object to the material. Any material posted in the common area of apartments or dormitory suites must be removed in the event that any resident of an adjoining room with access to the common area objects to the posting of such material.

   6. Student Governments

      Postings on kiosks and bulletin boards maintained by the duly established campus student governments such as the GSA, ASUCSD, and college councils, must be approved and posted by the designated representative of the respective student government.

   7. Outdoors

      Posting on the ground, trees, doors, light poles, walls, fences, walkways, exterior of any building, and other areas not specifically approved for posting by the manager of the area and/or facility is prohibited.

Except as noted in Section B.2.c. and e. of this policy, all postings of non-commercial literature must be submitted to, and approved (as to form and not content) by the designated UCSD official responsible for the area in question. (See Supplement I for the area listings). The material must also comply with the following requirements:

1. Flyers shall not exceed 11" x 17" in size and shall be limited to one of each kind per posting location. Posters shall not exceed 3' x 5' in size. Permission to post posters exceeding 3' x 5' in size may be granted by the designated UCSD official responsible for the area in question. (See Supplement I for the area listings).

2. Banners shall not exceed 10' wide x 3' high except for commercially produced banners representing UCSD campus department. Permission to post banners exceeding 10' x 3' may be granted by the designated UCSD official responsible for the area in question. (See Supplement I for the area listings). Posting of banners shall be limited to one per posting location. A facility approval stamp from the designated UCSD official responsible for the area in question (see Appendix I for the area listings) is required before banners may be posted.

3. Banners, posters and flyers announcing campus events should indicate the name of the sponsoring organization or group, the nature of the event, the date and time, the location, cost (if any), and a contact number for more information.

4. No chalking is permitted on walkways, walls, or anywhere on UCSD property or facilities.

5. Only blue painters tape or other non-destructive and removable hanging material may be used to post flyers on approved posting areas. Paste, glue, nails, or duct tape are not permitted. Staples and tacks may be used on bulletin boards.

6. All event banners, posters, and flyers announcing campus events must be removed within 48 hours after the event. Approved posting locations for non-event postings may impose reasonable time limits on postings and may require postings to clearly identify their expiration date. Time limits must be uniformly applied to all postings in the particular posting area.

7. No flyers, announcements, or literature of any kind may be placed on automobiles (e.g., under windshield wipers) in campus parking lots.

8. Any item which is posted without the appropriate approvals may be removed without prior notice. Any objections to the removal of posted material must be submitted to the designated UCSD official responsible for the area in question. (See Supplement I for the area listings.)