- Only registered student organizations (RSOs), university departments (UD), or currently registered students may post materials to promote events/programs/activities.
- External groups hosting events/programs/activities that benefit the McMurry community must have an RSO/UD sponsor. The sponsor is responsible for getting promotional materials approved by StratCom. The University does not accept direct requests from off-campus entities.
University Policy on Posting Signs, Flyers, and Posters
This web page outlines the regulations for posting printed publicity on campus bulletin boards, such as signs, flyers, posters, notices, and advertisements. These guidelines ensure that all posted materials comply with university standards and benefit the community.
Posting Guidelines
Eligibility
Content
Design + Production
Approval
Posting
- Acceptable types of content include promotion of:
- Campus events (lectures, workshops, concerts, sports, etc.)
- Departmental activities (open houses, career fairs, alum gatherings)
- Community engagement (service projects, fundraisers)
- Academic resources (study groups, tutoring, services)
- Campus resources (mental health, safety tips, student services)
- Volunteer opportunities (service projects, campus initiatives)
- Organization updates (recruitment, meetings, leadership opportunities)
- Awareness campaigns (health, diversity, sustainability)
- All postings must display the sponsor’s name/logo, contact info, and an expiration stamp from Strategic Marketing and Communications (StratCom).
- The maximum posting size is 11″x17″
- All postings must comply with university brand guidelines, including using the university name, logo, or identification.
- The sponsor is responsible for the design and production of materials.
StratCom must review and stamp all print publicity before installation!
Visit us in Old Main 106 to get your poster stamped.
- Each sponsoring organization is allowed one (1) posting per designated board at a time.
- The University permits posting materials only within one week before the event.
- The University requires that all materials be removed within 48 hours of the event or stamped with an expiration date.
- Installation and removal of posters are the sole responsibility of the sponsor.
- Thumb tacks are the preferred means when adhering posters or flyers to campus bulletin boards. Using duct tape, packing tape, gummed labels, stickers, pastes, or glues is prohibited.
- Cannot cover existing signage with other flyers
- The University may remove any sign, notice, or poster that does not meet these guidelines or for which the expiration date has passed.
Posting is strictly prohibited on:
- Glass surfaces
- Painted surfaces
- Wood paneling
- Brick
- Utility poles
- Restroom stalls
- All university buildings, painted or masonry walls, windows, doors, ceilings, floors, and surfaces not explicitly designated as posting areas.