I. SCOPE
The policy applies to the sale and distribution of products, goods, food, beverages, services, and newspapers and other literature by Mason and non-Mason organizations and individuals on University property. It applies to all University Departments, employees, students, contractors, and the general public at all Mason property, owned and leased.
II. POLICY STATEMENT
This policy and related procedures governs the use of University property for the purposes of vending sales, solicitations, and advertising.
III. DEFINITIONS
Definitions applicable to Student Centers are contained in the Student Centers, Vending Sales, Solicitations, and Advertising Procedures.
IV. RESPONSIBILITIES
The following individuals have delegated responsibility for the authorizing of vending sales and solicitation activities as directed by this policy within their areas of responsibility:
| Director, Student Centers |
plazas, and patios plazas, and patios plazas, and patios grounds and patios |
| Director, Campus Operations, Mason Square | 1. All buildings and grounds, Mason Square |
| Director, Campus Operations, Science and Technology Campus |
1. All buildings and grounds, Science and Technology Campus |
V. PROCEDURES
Student Centers Vending Sales, Solicitations, and Advertising Procedures
VI. COMPLIANCE
1. University and non-university organizations and individuals are expected to comply with the policies that apply to their particular activity. Failure to comply may result in permission for the activity being revoked and/or a denial of permission for future activities.
2. Requests for waivers or exemptions to this policy must be made to the Director of Student Centers or his/her designated representative.
VII. EFFECTIVE DATE AND APPROVAL
The policies herein are effective as of September 30, 2011. This Policy shall be reviewed and revised yearly or as necessary.
Approved:
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Maurice W. Scherrens
Senior Vice President
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Peter N. Stearns
Provost
Date approved: May 24, 2004
Revised: September 30, 2011
Revised: September 5, 2014
Revised: April 6, 2015
Revised: September 23, 2016
Reviewed: May 19, 2021
Revised: December 11, 2023
Revised: February 27, 2024
Page last updated: February 27, 2024