The following guidance is meant to assist members of the University community in understanding restrictions on lobbying and campaign activity and requirements for hosting events on campus that involve elected officials or political candidates in either their campaign or official government capacities.

The following provisions are applicable to advertising and marketing materials disseminated to the university community.

This policy applies to News Media; Non-News, Freelance and Commercial Media; Drone Flights; Weddings and Special Events; and Athletics and Sports Events

In order to maintain a safe and secure learning, working and living environment, WashU prohibits the use, possession, distribution, or storage of weapons, explosives, or fireworks by any person on any University-owned or controlled property and at any University-sponsored activity or event, regardless of location. Any implied possession or threat of use of a weapon will also be considered a violation of this policy.

Employees conducting business on behalf of Washington University in St. Louis have a responsibility to do so in a manner that is objective and ethical. The goal of all such business dealings must be to benefit the university.

Parking on campus Automobile parking on campus is very limited. Learn about parking on the WashU Parking & Transportation Services website. Animal leashes Washington University in St. Louis policy on animal leashes requires that owners keep their dogs on a leash of not more than six feet while on university property. This policy is consistent with […]