Poster, Booth, and Table Promotions
Infinite Corridor Poster Panels
Use of the Infinite Corridor panels is provided by the CAC to recognized student organizations and Institute departments for displays that promote their programs. Displays should be attractive, informative, and educational. Reservations may be made once per term by an individual organization for a maximum period of ten days. Beginning in early December, applications for panels are accepted for the following IAP and spring terms. Each organization can have a maximum of ten days per semester.
As you enter the Infinite Corridor from Lobby 7, the panels are on the right. Panel A is the first panel; Panel B is the fourth panel; and Panel C is the sixth panel. The dimensions of the panels are: Panels A and Panel C are 69” long and 44” high, and Panel B is 64” long and 44” high. These measurements are the size of the finished display (i.e. the visible space). You cannot tuck edges under the frames. Keys for the locks may be obtained from the Campus Activities Complex office, W20-500. You will need to leave your ID with the office until the key is returned.
Booths & Tables
Booths and tables are available at two locations on campus for organizations and departments to promote their activities and services. People staffing the booths must be members of the MIT community and are expected to remain at the booths and not attempt to “solicit” passersby. Promotional tables are available for use by MIT departments and organizations with a reservation. When not reserved or in use, community members may sit at the table, but they are not permitted to promote their activities or services, display materials, or distribute items. Each organization can have a maximum of ten days per semester, per location. Groups cannot reserve promotional tables in more than one location at the same time.
Memorial Lobby (10) is a War Memorial whose use is graciously allowed by the Institute for sales and promotion. In line with the sanctity of the War Memorial, no posters or banners may be hung from the ceiling or placed on the walls, and no yelling or shouting of any kind will be permitted. Groups are expected to clear booths of all flyers and trash before leaving at the end of the day. Also, for safety reasons, no obstructions or electrical cords should disrupt or impede traffic flow or doorway areas. Do not leave cash boxes unattended. Booths must be reserved prior to the time of use.
In accordance with ASA guidelines, each group is allowed to have a maximum of four food sales per term. As no refrigeration is available, care should be exercised to ensure that perishable items do not spoil. See the “Booth and Table Food Sales” section below for more information.
Booths may not be removed from, nor furniture/equipment brought into, the Memorial Lobby (10) area without the prior permission of CAC. Applicable safety codes will be maintained.
No public address system, yelling, or shouting is allowed. Amplified music of any kind is not permitted.
Stata Center Tables
Locations have been identified on the new Charles Vest Student Street for ASA-recognized student groups and approved MIT community groups to promote their activities. Tables one through three are outside of 32-124 and can use the poster board directly behind the table as well. Restrictions on music and food sales do apply.
Booth and Table Food Sales
When it comes to the preparation, presentation, and storage of food, care and attention must be used to insure proper health, licensing, and risk management. All food service sales present special concerns and require additional planning. In each location, food sales must conform to the health and sanitation requirements as specified by the City of Cambridge Health Department. This includes specific requirements for the proper preparation and storage (heating and cooling) of foods, required handling procedures, and use of cleansing agents. Food items, particularly those containing dairy products, meat, and fish, are highly susceptible to spoilage and can cause sickness or even death in some cases. Spoilage can begin whenever food is maintained at temperatures between 40 degrees (F) to 140 degrees (F), so planning is essential.
Sales in Memorial Lobby (10) may require a City of Cambridge food license for each day of the sales. Please contact the CAC for particular requirements or for assistance in determining appropriate foods. Failure to comply with these important code requirements can lead to closure of the sale, loss of future scheduling opportunities, and disciplinary action.