DECORATING POLICY
All decorations must adhere to the Oklahoma Memorial Union and University of Oklahoma decorating policies. It is the intent of this policy to protect our customers by adhering to fire safety regulations. All decorations must be pre-approved by the Union Administrative Office.

The use of flammable materials, such as straw, hay and evergreens is prohibited.

No torches or lanterns are allowed on Union premises including exterior space.

Lighting devices using open flame, such as tiki lamps, oil lamps, and torches, are not allowed

Candles may be used if they are enclosed in a tip-resistant, non-combustible container.

Anything in an aerosol can is prohibited (Example: spray glue, spray paint, etc.)

No crepe paper, tissue paper, or paper ribbon, glitter, or confetti may be used.

No items can be attached to the walls or hung from the ceiling. The use of tape, nails, staples or tacks is strictly prohibited.  Any damage to the building surfaces will result in a damage fee.

Alteration of existing Union decoration is prohibited.

Any violation of the above rules will result in a damage charge and/or loss of rental privileges.

SIGNS AND POSTERS
Temporary signs and posters may be placed on bulletin boards in the Union.  The bulletin board will be cleaned on the 1st and 15th of each month.  The Union will immediately remove signs placed on doors, glass, and walls.  Damage to any Union building surface will result in a damage fee charged to the group or person.

PROMOTIONAL TENTS
Table items that promote student organization or University sponsored activities taking place in the Union are permitted on the tables of the food court, Crossroads, Wendy's, and the Will Rogers and Clarke-Anderson rooms (approximately 200 tables). Table tents may be displayed up to three consecutive days. The Union Administrative Office must approve all tents. The Union maintenance staff will determine when an individual tent needs to be thrown away.

MEACHAM TECHNICIAN
A Meacham Technician is required during all times Meacham is in use. An hourly fee will be charged for the technician.

SECURITY PERSONNEL
Security is required for student events that fall under the Student Affairs' "Open Social Event Policy" and student dances, or it can be arranged at the host's request.  All security must be arranged through the Union Administrative Office. The Oklahoma Memorial Union will employ one security person per 50 people attending the function, at prevailing rates and the Union's discretion. The organization or department will be charged for any fees involved. The Union reserves the right to require an additional number of security officers for any event.

LIABILITY
The sponsor or advisor shall be responsible for the activities and actions of their guests and agents. The sponsoring group is responsible for any and all damages. The Union reserves the right to inspect and control all functions. The Union will not assume responsibility for the damage to, or loss of, any merchandise of personal property.