Definition of Tabling: A table located approved campus outdoor areas to distribute information, promote events, recruit, fundraise, and sell merchandise.
- Only recognized student organizations, faculty or staff may table on USC Campuses
Tabling Guidelines
- Tabling may only happen in specific outdoor on campus locations between the hours of 10:00AM – 2:00PM Monday through Friday.
- At UPC, Tabling is only allowed on Trousdale Parkway along the western edge of Alumni Park. Tables cannot be set up on the grassy median or Bovard (west) side of Trousdale. Tabling is NOT allowed at the Jefferson and Trousdale Plaza or in the USC Village
- Tabling is not permitted during official university functions or holidays including but not limited to Welcome Week, Orientation, and home football game days, or when there is a reservation that is using all of Trousdale. For example, a career fair.
- Only Recognized Student Organizations are permitted to table on campus for the purpose of promoting their RSO or hosting an event.
- The table must be used for display purposes only unless it’s a student organization sponsored fundraiser with a fundraiser approval form. The approval form but shown if requested at any time
- Tabling set up may only include a table and 2 chairs only. No canopy or tent.
- No activations.
Tabling FAQ
Where do I pick up my table? All you need to do is check in with the Campus Center Consultants located at the front desk of the Steven and Kathryn Sample Hall (SKS). You will need to leave a USC Student ID with the staff to check out your table and take it to Trousdale Parkway.
Do I have to return my table? Please return the table and chair(s) to the front desk when your rental is complete. Failing to properly return tables could result in a suspension of tabling privileges or a fine equal to the cost of a new table.
How many days can my student organization table? You can table for two (2) consecutive days per week. You can not exceed six (6) days per month.