Public bulletin boards are provided to share relevant and appropriate information with the campus community, including students, faculty, staff, and visitors. These boards promote communication, engagement, and awareness of campus and community events.
The Office of Student Life is responsible for managing public bulletin boards and ensuring compliance with posting standards. Departmental and faculty/staff bulletin boards are managed by the respective departments and should follow the same content guidelines.
Public bulletin boards are clearly marked and located throughout the campus. Departmental and faculty/staff boards are not for public use and are managed independently. Items posted in unauthorized locations are subject to removal without notice.
All posted materials must:
- Be relevant to the campus community.
- Include the name of the sponsoring organization or individual.
- Provide a valid contact method (email or phone).
- Include clear event details, if applicable (date, time, location).
- Comply with the College’s policy on Expressive Activity.
The Office of Student Life reserves the right to remove any item that:
- Has not had prior approval.
- Does not comply with this policy.
- Is posted in the wrong location.
- Is expired or outdated.
- Violates the College’s policy on Expressive Activity.
Approval Process
The following materials must be submitted to the Office of Student Life for approval and must receive a stamp before
posting:
- Flyers from outside vendors/partners.
- Flyers larger than 11” x 17”.
- Flyers promoting fundraisers, buying/selling of goods or services, or giveaways.
- Promotional materials such as business cards, stickers, and swag.
Unapproved items in these categories will be removed.
Posting Rules
- Only one item per advertiser per board is allowed.
- Flyers must be printed on paper or laminated material (no cardboard, foam board, or bulky materials).
- Flyers in bathrooms for extended periods of time must be laminated.
- Flyers may be posted for a maximum of 30 days or until the event date has passed.
- Flyer size must not exceed 11” x 17” unless otherwise approved.
Board Maintenance
- Boards must be kept neat and clean at all times.
- Do not cover or overlap other posted materials.
- Flyers must be removed once expired.
- At the end of each semester, all bulletin boards (including departmental) must be cleared to maintain a fresh
and relevant display.
Policy #: CVCC0013
Last Reviewed/Revised: 08/11/2025
Responsible Dept.: Academic and Student Affairs
Other Policy References: Expressive Activity - CVCC0019