{"id":469,"date":"2026-04-06T18:36:44","date_gmt":"2026-04-06T18:36:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mtsu.edu\/mtunions\/?page_id=469"},"modified":"2026-04-30T22:18:43","modified_gmt":"2026-04-30T22:18:43","slug":"access-to-campus","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.mtsu.edu\/mtunions\/access-to-campus\/","title":{"rendered":"ACCESS TO CAMPUS"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

MTSU is committed to upholding the First Amendment and provides ample opportunities for both students, student organizations, and external individuals access to campus to engage in speech activities. For registered student organizations, there are a variety of available meeting rooms, event spaces, and informational locations with a reservation. Please complete your reservation request using our Facilities Request Form<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For external users, the perimeter sidewalks adjoining public streets are available for use without a reservation. In addition, external users may use the Student Union Commons without payment of a rental fee. To facilitate adequate availability for other external users and spontaneous student use required by T.C.A. \u00a7 49-7-2401 et seq., however, a reservation is required and may be obtained using the process set forth below. Please use our \u201cHow to Request Access to Campus\u201d<\/strong> guide below. Once you receive a confirmation, you will have all the details needed for the day of your visit. Keep your confirmation with you in case you are asked to verify your reservation or if any questions arise regarding space use. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Please note that external users\u2019 access to campus is subject to limitations outlined in the Solicitation by Unaffiliated Groups and Off\u2011Campus Vendors procedures. For more information regarding how these groups may request access to campus, please visit our Solicitation by Unaffiliated Groups\/Off\u2011Campus Vendors Procedures<\/a> webpage. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

MTSU processes all reservation requests in accordance with MTSU Policy 100<\/a> and MTSU Policy 103<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Pertaining to the use of the Student Union Commons by External Users<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

Where is the space designated for external users?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This area is the Student Union Commons. It is the grassy space directly in front of the Student Union. The South Commons is the oval\u2011shaped lawn closest to the Honors College, and the North Commons is the section farther from the Honors College.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Individuals requesting outdoor space will be assigned to either the North or South Commons based on availability.<\/p>\n\n\n

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How long and how often can I come to campus?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Per MTSU Policy 100<\/a> Section IV.B.2, external users may access campus without rental, or contractual agreements in the following manner:<\/p>\n\n\n\n