Public Events Policy: Common Outdoor Spaces

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4.3.1. WMU will not restrict free expression in Common Outdoor Spaces unless the Common Outdoor Space is being used as a Commercial Space, e.g., Bronco Bash. Any Common Outdoor Space may be temporarily reserved for a specific use, as long as the use does not substantially disrupt WMU programs and operations or create a significant, reasonable safety or security concerns.

4.3.2. Persons or groups wishing to use WMU’s Common Outdoor Spaces for non-WMU-sponsored events are encouraged, but not required, to inform DPS of their intent to be present in such areas. WMU encourages such collaboration as a means to provide for event safety and for the equitable use of such areas.