[Retired Policy] Religious Symbols, Decorations, and Displays

The University should not promote or appear to promote religious observance or encourage official use of public property to promote religious displays -- except for educational purposes. In some cases a personal space may be a desk in a public space, but we should recognize that space as personal space. Religious displays in a public space outside or inside campus buildings should be sponsored by groups or individuals rather than the University. Moreover, the University will determine appropriate areas for any group to erect private displays of religious symbols for a limited time during religious holidays. Such displays must clearly identify the sponsor, explain the purpose and meaning of the display, and note that the display is not sponsored by the University. Religious displays will normally be placed in a public area for no more than two weeks and sponsors are responsible for removing them. Displays not meeting these criteria will be removed by the University at the sponsor’s expense.