UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA
BOARD OF REGENTS POLICY

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CAMPUS and FACILITY USAGE

This policy governs permitted uses of University of Minnesota (University) campuses and facilities.

SECTION I. UNIVERSITY USES.

Subd. 1. Purpose of Campuses and Facilities. University campuses and facilities exist to meet the needs of the institution and further its teaching, research, and outreach mission.

Subd. 2. Scope of Activities. University facilities are at any and all times available for University purposes and programming. This includes programs that (a) contribute to the physical and cultural development of students supplementary to formal course work; and (b) stimulate the intellectual lives and personal development of students, faculty, staff, and the broader community.

SECTION II. NON-UNIVERSITY USES

Subd. 1. Permissible Uses. University facilities are not for general use by non-University entities. The University recognizes, however, that (1) its facilities are sometimes more particularly suited for specific purposes than are other non-University facilities that may be available; and (2) that the purposes of non-University entities may coincide with or complement those of the University. The president or delegate shall develop administrative policies that define which non-University uses are permissible.

Subd. 2. Rental Agreement Prerequisites. The University may enter into rental agreements with non-University entities for permissible uses of University facilities when the University's legal and financial risks are minimized and its reputation is upheld.

Supersedes: All previously approved policies on Use of Buildings and Facilities and Northrop Memorial Auditorium dated April 14, 1937; July 19, 1940; January 8, 1954; February 19, 1963; January 9, 1969; and September 13, 1974; and Building and Facility Usage dated July 11, 1975.