Main Guidelines
Cornell community members may hang promotional and informational posters in designated areas across campus.
This policy is an addendum to the University’s Expressive Activity Policy and applies to all postering activity (including posters, signs, banners, and installations) in Cornell University Library facilities and managed spaces, covering all internal surfaces and exterior facades. Postering activity that is improperly placed, expired, or does not meet requirements will be removed.
Postering Requirements
- Postering activity must comply with Cornell’s Expressive Activity Policy.
- Must be placed in designated areas only.
- Identifying a sponsoring organization/individual is not required but is recommended.
- Maximum size: 187 square inches (11″ x 17″ or approximately A3).
- Only one poster per event/initiative per board/location (duplicates will be removed).
- Affixed with thumbtacks, staples, or blue painter’s tape only.
- Must include event date or posting date on the front or back of poster (posters will be removed after 14 days or after advertised event date).
- Please inquire at the corresponding help desks for posting.
- These guidelines are for physical posters only. For digital signs, see our Olin and Uris Digital Sign Guidelines.
Locations for Cornell-Sponsored Posters and Fliers
The following libraries have designated boards for placement of Cornell-sponsored promotions:
Catherwood Library
- Two bulletin boards in the main reading room on the second floor.
Mann Library
- Three-sided kiosk in the front lobby.
Music Library
- One outside the library that is reserved for postings related to the library and music and dance events.
- Two in the audiovisual center that are primarily for promoting streaming resources.
Olin Library
- First floor by information desk.
Veterinary Library
- Small board on the back side of the circulation desk.
Locations for Community Boards
The following library locations are considered community boards not restricted to Cornell-sponsored events:
Mann Library
- Postering board on the first-floor.
Olin Library
- Lower level, by the restrooms.
Uris Library
- Tower Lounge on the third floor.
- Second floor, by the restrooms north-side.
- Outside of the CIVIC classroom on the third floor.