Hobson Memorial Union: Political Activity Policy

Bemidji State University

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The purpose of this policy is to encourage the use of available public areas in university facilities for political activity. These activities must be scheduled with the appropriate director of the building or area involved.

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Political activity means action by a person or persons promoting the candidacy of an individual or group of individuals or favoring a particular position on a public issue. Such activity may include but is not limited to:

a) Distribution of political literature including handbills, cards, buttons and pamphlets;
b) Requests to sign petitions;
c) Discussions of candidates or issues.

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No person or group shall have the right to place political signs, posters, banners or similar material on or in University property. Political student organizations which are recognized under the appropriate University regulations may post signs announcing meetings of the organization.

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