Display and Communication Policy

Public Displays

The Lawrence W. Tyree Library showcases materials of interest to the Santa Fe College (SF) community as determined by its Display and Communications Committee. These exhibits are primarily educational in nature; therefore, commercial or promotional displays are not considered.

In keeping with this theme, the Library will accept applications for temporary displays of works produced by SF students and employees. These works must adhere to the following guidelines:

• Works must reflect a connection to a program, department, function, or course at SF.
• Works must be displayed in such a manner (on panels or other methods of hanging) that no wall damage will occur.
• Works must be displayed in a designated area on the first/lobby floor.
• Works will display for up to fourteen days. Extensions may be approved by a member of the Display and Communications Committee.
• All display items must be reviewed and approved by the Display and Communications Committee at least one month prior to date of show.
• In conjunction with the Library staff, exhibitors will set up and remove their own displays.
• Student library exhibits are facilitated by the chair of the Display and Communications Committee. Each student exhibit must have a faculty or staff sponsor.
• The Display Agreement Form must be completed and signed by exhibitor.
• The Display and Communications Committee has the right to refuse any works for display which 1) do not reflect a connection to a program, department, function, or course at SF; or 2) have the potential for security, liability, or safety concerns.

Building Signage

Traditional and digital signage communicates general and specific information about Library and Learning Commons programs, services, courses, events, resources, academic activity, and space utilization to students, employees, and guests. Commercial or promotional content will not be posted. Due to limited display and wall space, the Library and Learning Commons cannot accept print or digital materials from other SF departments for distribution in the building. The members of the Display and Communications Committee identify signage needs and monitor existing signage. Signage reflective of safety or weather concerns will be posted in coordination with SF administration and the SF Police.

Traditional and digital signage about the Library and Learning Commons must adhere to the following guidelines:

• Content for print and digital materials must be related to Library and Learning Commons programs, events, resources, academic activities, space, and services.
• Due to limited display and wall space, designated areas or service desks are the only places to display print materials.
• Print materials must have a removal date. Full-time building staff will remove any signage the remains posted beyond the removal date.
• Digital content will display for up to seven days. Extensions may be approved by a member of the Display and Communications Committee.
• Print and digital materials must follow guidelines set forth by SF Marketing & Communications for Logos & Colors and the SF Brand Book
• Print and digital materials must follow technical specifications set forth in the Display and Communications Procedures guide.
• The Library adheres to the Copyright Law of the United States; therefore, signage must comply with its guidelines. Visit Creative Commons to locate freely available images, media, and other content.
• Print and digital materials must follow guidelines for ADA accessibility standards. See the Display and Communications Procedures guide for specific information.

Display and Communications Committee

The Display and Communications Committee is composed of full-time Library and Learning Commons employees. In his/her capacity as Building Manager, the Library Director oversees this Committee. The Library Director may serve as chair or appoint a designee.

Failure to follow any of these policies may result in loss of library privileges or disciplinary sanctions.

Santa Fe College is committed to an environment that embraces diversity, respects the rights of all individuals, is open and accessible, and is free of harassment and discrimination based on, but not limited to, ethnicity, race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, sex, marital status, national origin, genetic information, political opinions or affiliations, and veteran status in all its programs, activities and employment. EA/EO notice.

Inquiries regarding non-discrimination polices should be directed to:
Equity Officer and Title IX Coordinator
3000 NW 83rd Street, R-Annex, Room 113, Gainesville, Florida 32606
352-395-5950
equity.officer@sfcollege.edu

Last Reviewed 9/19/2019