Free Expression Area Guidelines
Appendix D
Free Expression Area (FEA)
Persons wishing to speak on campus may use the Free Expression Area (FEA) after following the appropriate reservation process. The designated site for the Free Expression Area at Valdosta State University is the stage on the Palms Quadrangle on main campus; only one person or group may utilize the area at a time. The hours of NOON to 1PM and/or 5PM to 6PM are the designated times for its use.
First priority for the use of University Facilities will be given to student, academic, or administrative functions at the University. Community use of University facilities must have an educational or cultural purpose.
To avoid conflicts in scheduling, reservations for the Free Expression Area should first be made through the Dean of Students Office, who will then contact the Events Services Office to determine if the Free Expression Area is available. 48 hours advanced notice is required, and this notice will not be waived.
Provisions for use of the area:
- There shall be no interference with the free flow of traffic nor the ingress and egress to buildings on the campus.
- No interruption of the orderly conduct of University classes or other University activities.
- No commercial solicitations, campus sales, or fund-raising activities shall be undertaken not sponsored by authorized students or the University.
- The person who makes the reservation shall be responsible for seeing that the area is left clean and in good order.