Can VSOs raise funds on University property to support election-related or lobbying activities?
Yes, provided that the fundraising activity (such as a bake sale or dance) satisfies the following two conditions. First, the VSO must comply with all relevant University policies, including those addressing use of University facilities. For example, political fundraising is prohibited in campus residence halls and in any other University facility that is primarily used as a dwelling (such as the President’s House). Second, the VSO must include a disclaimer (such as the one provided above) informing the public that the activity is not sponsored or endorsed by the University of Michigan and, as discussed above, cannot use University resources to conduct the fundraiser.
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