Student Handbook

Solicitation Guidelines

  1. Any persons or organizations wishing to conduct solicitation on the Woodbury campus must request permission by using the Solicitation Request Application available from Student Affairs.
  2. A location will be assigned pending approval.
  3. Confirmations of approval for solicitation will be granted by Student Affairs within four working days.
  4. A fee of $100 per day with a two-day maximum per semester must be paid in advance to the Business Office and may be adjusted at the discretion of Student Affairs.
  5. Solicitation sponsorship: When student organizations sponsor individuals or for-profit companies, it is suggested that 10% of gross sales be paid to the student organization. Student organizations, faculty, and staff members are cautioned against agreeing to any solicitation sponsorship without adequate research into the background and business track records of any companies or individuals seeking such sponsorship. Refer to event approval procedures for additional information.
  6. Policy: All materials must be approved by Student Affairs before posting.

Limitations

  1. No person or organization given approval to solicit on Woodbury University’s Campus may:
    1. Interrupt the day-to-day academic and operational functions of the University or commit intentional acts that obstruct, disrupt, or physically interfere with the use of university premises, buildings, or passages.
    2. Engage in actions that intimidate, harass, threaten, or coerce any student, staff, or faculty member, vendor, or guest of the University.
    3. Solicit in residence halls.
    4. Post materials on vehicles parked on campus.
  2. Incentives, giveaways, etc. may not be given in exchange for any type of work
  3. Approval will be given for activities that do not violate or conflict with the University’s mission statement or University policies, guidelines, or other applicable laws; do not result in a breach of university contracts or compete with University or University-contracted operations; do not jeopardize public or individual safety; and are covered by insurance as deemed necessary by the University.
  4. Student Affairs may deny approval for solicitation on any University facilities or grounds.
  5. The University reserves the right to restrict access or immediately order the removal of any person(s) or vendor(s), sponsoring organization(s), etc. believed to have behaved in a manner not acceptable to the University community or attempting to conduct business without prior approval.
  6. Student Affairs may establish additional guidelines as needed for the facilitation of vendors’ activities.