The Faculty Conference defined Cultural Events as "approved events chosen from areas such as plays, films, art exhibitions, dance, and musical performances, or from lectures of general appeal." Over the years, the Cultural Events Committee developed a set of guidelines to assist in making decisions and interpreting this definition.
All approved events will meet the following criteria and expectations:
A significant portion of the event must have a cultural component as defined by the guidelines.
Events must be sponsored by a Winthrop faculty/staff member, campus administrator, college or department.
Participants in events must demonstrate a fundamental respect for all persons in accordance with the Code of Conduct and the University's Mission Statement.
Event organizers are encouraged to contact Counseling Services when planning an event that may be emotionally triggering to those in attendance. The Cultural Events Committee may at its discretion require the event organizer to secure a floater counselor prior to the approval of such events.
Events will be selected from one of four categories:
Public service announcements or general information sessions.
Traditional career and vocational education events (e.g., career fairs/networking events, resume workshops, etc.).
Workshops and training sessions for everyday life skills (e.g., personal financing, time management, etc.).
Programs designed specifically for children. Events must be age-appropriate for college students.
Private on-campus events. Events which take place on campus (including the Winthrop Coliseum) must be open to all students.
Events structured in such ways that prevent attendance from being adequately monitored (e.g., tabling events and halftime shows at sporting events). Outdoor events must take place in an easily monitored area such as the Winthrop Amphitheatre.
Marketing events or events that serve primarily to promote a good or service (e.g., trade shows, fundraisers, political rallies, etc.).
