Chalking falls under the university posting policy, with the following information supplementing the policy with specific guidance for chalking.
Sidewalk chalk can be used on outdoor sidewalks and macadam only. Sidewalk chalk must be water-soluble chalk and used only on a horizontal walking/driving surface that is exposed to the weather elements. The use of markers, paints, oil-based products, spray chalk, or other products in aerosol containers is prohibited. Permanent Marker (spray chalk) is prohibited as it can be in place for months defacing the surface and requiring staff intensive labor to be removed. Chalking is prohibited on all buildings, bus stops, columns, doors, fountains, indoor and outdoor furniture, light posts, signs, planters, poles, trees, vertical surfaces, walls, waste receptacles, etc.
Organizations or individuals planning to chalk must notify the Campus Events Advisory Group by completing this form 24 hours in advance of any chalking and provide appropriate contact information in the event any follow up is required.
Chalking is subject to removal 24 hours after the close of the chalking event, or after the advertised event concludes. Any chalking in violation of this policy, or that is deemed to violate any other university policies, including, but not limited to, the Policy on Harassment and Non-Discrimination, will be removed immediately and the student organization or individuals on record may be referred to the appropriate campus disciplinary process.