The university takes pride in a beautiful, welcoming campus. Too many banners can distract from that look, so we limit them to approved locations. Banners on buildings aren’t encouraged, but may be considered individually when needed for special events.
General Banner Requirements for Approval:
- Banners must follow brand guidelines
- Banners must be in good taste, have correct grammar, and contain no commercial content.
- Groups displaying banners must be recognized campus organizations or departments.
- No banners may be attached to university buildings without permission from the Office of the Executive Vice President.
- Banner designs must be approved by Duke Communications, Marketing, and Public Affairs and can be hung for a period of two weeks unless otherwise permitted.
- Banners are created in 2x3ft or 2x6ft formats.
Download Banner Templates (3.5MB Zip file)
Approval for banners on Chapel and Campus Drive:
- Permission for banners along Chapel Drive and Campus Drive must be obtained through Duke Communications, Marketing, and Public Affairs
- You must submit a draft of your proposed banner and allow 5 days for review.
- Facilities Management will handle the printing and installation of banners and they must be contacted at least 10 business days in advance of the printing and installation date.
Approval for hanging banners in Bryan Center Plaza:
- Permission must be obtained through the Event Services Office (eventservices.duke.edu).
