Title: EMU Code of Conduct Policy
Policy number: 202122-1
Owner: EMU Administration
Policy language:
Prescribed Use of Facility: All persons using EMU facilities (as defined by the EMU Facilities Maintenance Policy) are responsible for the proper use of the facility, furnishings, and equipment. Damage to any EMU facility will be billed to the person(s) or organizations responsible.
Unattended Property: To maintain safety and security, personal items, including but not limited to bags, backpacks, packages, or clothing, may not be left unattended in EMU facilities, including for the purpose of reserving seating. Unattended items may be removed and turned over to UOPD as lost property.
The EMU is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged personal property belonging to users of the facility.
Restrooms: Use shall not create a safety or health hazard for others. No person shall use EMU public restrooms or foot-washing stations for the purpose of bathing, shaving, washing clothes, etc.
No photography or videography is allowed in restrooms and foot washing stations.
Loitering, Solicitation, and Sleeping: EMU facilities are intended to remain accessible to the campus community. Behaviors such as extended sleeping, sleeping on the floor, use of bedrolls or blankets, storing personal belongings, cooking, or excessive use of space may be addressed when they interfere with priority use student facility. Non-student facility users are restricted to upright seated positions on furniture.
Loitering, extended use, non-approved use, panhandling, soliciting, and disruptive behavior within EMU operated facilities, including entrances/lobby or outdoor spaces are prohibited.
Alcohol and Other Drugs Use: Alcohol is permitted in EMU facilities only at authorized events with an approved permit or in designated vendor areas and may not be removed from those areas. The EMU will conform to all Federal, state, and local laws and University policies as related to the use, possession and distribution of alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs in EMU Facilities.
Noise Disruption: Noise that disrupts services, students, or events may be required by EMU staff to be reduced or discontinued.
The EMU piano is provided for use by the UO community and enjoyment of all. The EMU staff may close and lock the piano at any time if it interferes with other events in the building.
Use of speakers including cell phones where sound can be heard by others for personal use is prohibited, unless by exception granted through a reservation, event, or by approval by EMU Scheduling and Event Services. Headphones are required for use of any personal audio.
Photography and Videography: Photography and videography that does not interfere with and/or disrupt other building users nor interfere with or disrupt building operations are permitted for personal use. In order to use images, video, or voice recordings for marketing or promotional purposes, when applicable, must: 1) adhere to UO Brand Guidelines and; 2) obtain a model release from the subject.
Disruptive and Discriminatory Conduct: Behavior that is intimidating, harassing, discriminatory, threatening, violent, and/or other behaviors as defined by the UO Student Code of Conduct, University policies, state, and federal laws is prohibited. Behavior that disrupts staff from doing their jobs, interferes with University operations, or puts others’ health or safety at risk is prohibited
Policy Enforcement and Sanctions: Any individual on EMU managed property who reasonably appears to violate any of the listed policies may be approached and questioned by an EMU staff, UO staff, UO campus safety personnel, UO Police officer, or other authorized official.
Individual(s) may be asked to produce a valid UO ID.
If an authorized official determines that an employee, contractor, volunteer, student, guest, or member of the public has engaged in action that may be in violation of this policy, the matter will be referred to the appropriate university authority:
- Employees will be subject to corrective action pursuant to applicable UO policies and collective bargaining agreements.
- Students will be subject to the student conduct code and any applicable outcomes.
- Community members (including but not limited to guests, volunteers, and other members of the public) who violate this policy may be trespassed from EMU facilities and/or campus and may otherwise lose their ability to use university property and/or to participate in university-sponsored programs and activities.
- All individuals are subject to the consequences resulting from the violation of any federal, state, and local laws, which may include civil or criminal liability.
For any individual, serious incidents or repeated violations will result in additional sanctions.
Status: Revisions approved May 2026