Use of University Facilities

Board Policy 705.1 (Revised May 23, 2019)

University facilities, grounds, and other resources (collectively “facilities”) exist for the purpose of fulfilling the University’s broad educational objectives, including its primary educational mission of teaching, research, and public service; promoting a robust exchange and critical evaluation of diverse viewpoints; and fostering economic development and community involvement. When not required for its organized educational programming or official functions, University facilities may be made available for extracurricular use to colleges, departments, and other organizational units of the University; to organizations composed exclusively of faculty and staff; to organizations that exist solely for the benefit of the University; and to recognized student organizations with the approval of the faculty advisor.

When a facility is not in use for a regularly scheduled educational activity or for an extracurricular activity by one of the University organizations listed above, pursuant to policies or procedures tailored to the educational objectives of the University adopted by each campus or unit, such facilities may be made available for use by individual or informal groups of students as part of their overall educational experience, or by other persons or entities if such use serves institutional objectives. For example, it is an objective of the University to provide opportunities for University and broader communities to see and hear leaders from throughout the state, nation, and world. Speeches and debates by or on behalf of candidates for office may be scheduled in University facilities under arrangements that allow reasonable opportunities for opposing candidates or points of view, although campaign fundraising is not permitted and University imagery shall not be used for campaign advertising. It must be made clear that the University does not support or oppose the views or candidacies of such individuals. Any such use is secondary to and shall not interfere with the primary purposes and functions to which University facilities are dedicated.

See Fayetteville Policies and Procedures, 708.0 (Revised April 29, 2024) and UA System Policy 715.1 (Revised May 23, 2019)

Many facilities are available throughout the campus, including conference rooms, auditoriums, and meeting rooms of various kinds. Facilities are typically scheduled through the office of the dean or director responsible for the facility or building. Depending upon use, fees may be charged for some activities.