Day Sales Policy
Posting and Handbill Distribution Policy (pdf)
University Center Reservation Policy (pdf)
Catering Policy
Rock Painting Policy
Serving Alcohol at Campus Events Policy
Smoke-Free Building Policy
Student Organizations Accounting Policies and Procedures
Student Clubs and Organizations Information and Policies

UM-Dearborn student clubs and organizations are allowed to use space in the Concourse area of the CASL Building for day sales, recruiting new members, and promoting upcoming events. Dates for sales are determined using a lottery system coordinated through Student Government and the Student Activities Office (SAO). Reservations for the solicitation tables are made through the SAO. Click here for further information.

All food and beverages consumed in rental areas must be obtained from the in-house caterer or a university-approved caterer.

Events which utilize the services of a university-approved caterer will be assessed a commission of 10% of the total food bill by UCA. All university departments and recognized student organizations must provide a chartfield to transfer funds for this fee prior to the event.

Events lasting 2 hours or less with a full meal catered by the in-house caterer will receive a 50% discount on the room rental, excluding overtime and security charges.

Absolutely NO WRITING AND/OR PAINTING of any sort is permitted on any University property other than the rock outside the northwest entrance of the University Center.

The rock can only be painted between the hours of 12:00 AM and 6:00 AM. Painting the rock is on a first-come, first-use basis. All clubs and organizations have equal access to the rock. Clubs and organizations do not have the right to cover the rock after they have finished painting it, thus, covering the rock does not serve as protection from other groups painting over the work.

Please note that vehicles are not allowed on sidewalks at any time, nor are camp fires permitted on University grounds. All trash must be discarded properly.

ADVISORY: Interfering with the freedom of speech and expression rights is prohibited by the University (i.e., harassment, intimidation, obstruction, defacing, physical/verbal abuse, etc.).

Consumption of beverages containing alcohol is prohibited on the University of Michigan-Dearborn campus except under the conditions specified in this policy.

Alcoholic beverages may not be served at events in the Fieldhouse. The use of alcohol at Henry Ford Estate-Fairlane is governed by the policies of the Estate. Alcohol may be served at events held in other facilities on the University of Michigan-Dearborn campus under the conditions described below.

Any event at which alcoholic beverages will be served must have a designated host who is a full time permanent faculty or staff member of the University of Michigan-Dearborn. The host assumes responsibility for implementing these guidelines, supervising servers, and intervening if non-moderate drinking or other high risk behaviors are developing.

Beverages containing alcohol must be monitored by a designated server at all times. The designated server may not consume alcohol at the event. Alcoholic beverages may not be carried out of the designated event location.

Serving alcoholic beverages to individuals under 21 years of age is illegal and expressly prohibited. Events at which the majority of participants will be under age should not include alcoholic beverage.

Under no circumstances may University General Fund accounts, including student organization accounts funded with student activity fees, be used to purchase alcoholic beverages.

Any event at which alcohol will be served must be planned in such a way to respect the preferences of individuals who choose not to drink for religious, personal, or health reasons; and in no case should an event be planned around or advertised to feature the consumption of alcohol.  Substantial food and beverages which do not contain alcohol must always be served at an event that includes alcoholic beverages.

Written authorization to serve alcohol at a campus event must be obtained from the UM-Dearborn Chancellor's Office at least one week prior to the event.

Since September 1, 1992, smoking has not been permitted in campus buildings. In a very real sense, the responsibility for implementing this policy lies with each individual in the University of Michigan-Dearborn community.  Successful implementation requires your understanding, consideration and cooperation. Smoking control cessation programs are available through Counseling and Support Services (2157 UC, 593-5430).

The Student Activities Office (SAO) maintains and services the financial accounts for student organizations that have been recognized by Student Government. Through this student service, SAO:

1) Ensures uniformity of accounting records.

2) Facilitates continuity between business officers and their successors.

3) Aids student organizations in keeping their activities on a sound financial basis.

4) Provides a means for recognized student organizations to use University facilities and services.

The Student Activities Office is prepared to offer staff consultation on matters of budgeting, detailed record keeping, and securing various University and outside vendor services and facilities. The information presented in the Student Organizations' Accounting Policies and Procedures Manual is intended to assist the financial officers of organizations in conducting their duties and to inform them of the policies, procedures, and benefits associated with sound fiscal policy.

In an effort to coordinate the activities of all student organizations, policies were codified into a formal publication issued by the Student Activities Office, known as the Student Clubs and Organizations Information and Policies Manual. The Student Clubs and Organizations Information and Policies Manual is a most useful booklet which contains information on forming an organization, the renewing and revoking of organizational status, office allocations, organizational accounting, the lotting of day sales events, university services, description of recognized organizations, etc. The Student Organizations Coordinator and the Student Government Director of Clubs and Organizations can assist any student group interested in this area of concern.