Sales, Solicitation and Advertising Policy

Facilities of Kansas State University are primarily for University purposes of instruction, research and public service; they are not available for unrestricted use by Non-University groups. The regulation of commercial activity on the campus and the posting and distribution of advertising materials is necessary so that it does not interfere with the academic mission of the University, and so that income gained from activities held on campus benefits the University.

Sales and Solicitation

University-affiliated, state-owned property may not be used for commercial sales or solicitation except:

1. In conjunction with or sponsored by a registered student organization, in accordance with University regulations;

2. Individual students in their residence hall room who have the approval of their hall governing board;

3. Individual students limited to special events only, in the area between Seaton Hall and the

K-State Student Union, in the quadrangle north of Hale Library, and in the quadrangle east of Calvin Hall, in accordance with University regulations;

4. Business-type activities when such activities are conducted by a department, which are related to the research and/or educational objectives of the institution, and as long as income remains within the institution.

Advertising

1. University-affiliated, state-owned property may not be used for commercial advertising except in conjunction with or when sponsored by a registered student organization or University department, and providing that the organization or department is clearly identified as the sponsor. The University does not lend its name to the advertisement and endorsement of commercial enterprises and products.

2. All advertising falling under the above guidelines shall conform to the following:

a. Advertising shall tell the truth and shall reveal significant facts, the concealment of which would mislead the public.

b. Advertising shall avoid the use of exaggerated or unprovable claims. It is the responsibility of the advertisers to provide proof of claims made upon request.

c. Advertising shall be free of statements, illustrations or implications which are libelous or obscene.

d. Advertising shall offer only merchandise or services which are readily available for purchase at the advertised price.

e. Advertising of guarantees and warranties shall be explicit, including nature and extent of the guarantee or warranty and the identity and responsibility of the guarantor or warrantor.

f. Advertising containing testimonials shall be limited to those of competent witnesses who are reflecting a real and honest choice.

3. Activities advertised by Kansas State University organizations do not imply official endorsement by the University. In order to conform to the KSU Logo System Guidelines, organizations wishing to use the University logo or seal should contact the University Publications Director, University Publications, 5 Anderson Hall.