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Office of Student Engagement
Event Planning Guide

Political Activities

Stanford’s Founding Grant emphasizes that “The University must be forever maintained upon a strictly nonpartisan and nonsectarian basis. It must never become an instrument in the hands of any political party or any religious sect or organization.” Stanford is also subject to certain constraints regarding political activities due to its status as a non-profit entity. These are summarized in Administrative Guide 1.5.1 on Political, Campaign and Lobbying Activities.

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Event Planning Guidelines

Recognized student organizations have the privilege of sponsoring events in the name of Stanford provided that they follow university policy, stay true to their approved mission and scope and work in close coordination with the university. 

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