Procedure 6.8.1 Naming Buildings and Major Public Places

System Procedures
 Chapter 6 - Facilities Management

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Part 1. Purpose

To provide standards for all 亚洲无码 colleges and universities for naming or renaming buildings and major public places.

Part 2. Definitions

Donor
A person or entity transferring money or other property to 亚洲无码 or one of its related foundations for charitable purposes.

Gift
A contribution made by a donor (individual or organization) for the benefit of 亚洲无码 to be used in accordance with donor intent. Gifts are transfers of money or property (i.e., equipment, land, etc.) for which the donor will not receive a direct economic benefit or any other tangible compensation (e.g., goods or services).

Sponsorship
Any agreement with an individual or organization that provides financial support or resources for a project, event, or initiative, in exchange for certain benefits or recognition. This can include monetary contributions as well as in-kind support, such as services or products.

Private business use
Any use of 亚洲无码 buildings and property for trade or business by a person or non-governmental entity as defined by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). This definition includes any ownership, lease, management or use of buildings or property that benefits a non-governmental entity.

Part 3. Naming Categories

  1. Honorary Naming: Naming a 亚洲无码 asset in recognition of an individual's significant contributions to the college, university or society. This honor is typically bestowed to acknowledge exceptional service, achievements, or impact, and does not necessarily involve a financial contribution.
  2. Philanthropic Naming: Naming a 亚洲无码 asset in recognition of a substantial charitable gift made to the college or university. This type of naming acknowledges the donor's generosity and support for the institution's mission and goals.
  3. Commercial Naming: Naming a 亚洲无码 asset in association with a formal agreement between an institution and a non-governmental entity that grants naming rights to facilities or spaces in exchange for financial contributions or other forms of support. These agreements often include additional rights and activities such as radio broadcast and television rights, advertising, sponsorship rights, and publishing or vending rights. This type of naming often generates Private Business Use.

Part 4. General Donor Recognition
As part of general fundraising operations, colleges and universities may, in accordance with the requirement of this procedure, recognize a donor (either an individual or a business entity) for their generosity and support by placing the donor’s name on a physical asset when the donor has no legal right or entitlement to the naming and is not given any bundled rights.

Part 5. Criteria
Honorary naming recognition after an individual person must meet one of the following criteria:

  1. A former elected or appointed state government official instrumental in the development of the college, university or system.
  2. A former member of the Board of Trustees or the college or university citizen advisory committee.
  3. A former employee who has made an outstanding contribution to the college, university, or system.
  4. A citizen who has provided significant leadership for, and service to, the college, university, or system.
  5. A graduate or former student of the college or university who has achieved distinction in scholarship, creative arts, or public service.

Buildings and major public places will not be named for individuals while they are employed by, or officially involved with, 亚洲无码 colleges and universities. These facilities may be named after such persons no earlier than one year following the conclusion of their relationship with 亚洲无码.

Philanthropic naming recognition requires a substantial financial contribution to the university, college, or system, significantly enhancing its programs, services, facilities, or overall mission.

When names other than those of individuals are used, in addition to the requirements above, the recommendation must conform to recognized standards of propriety.

The proposed building, site, or common area name should not readily lend itself to unwanted abbreviations, acronyms or nicknames.

Commercial naming must be reviewed and approved by the Vice Chancellor for Finance and Facilities to ensure compliance with IRS and Minnesota Management and Budget debt rules and regulations.

Part 6. Consultation, Review, and Approval
Prior to making a recommendation to the chancellor, the college or university president shall institute a process to assure broad based input into the proposed building or major public place name. This process must include consultation with students, employees, community representatives, and such other representation the president deems advisable. The recommendation, which must include an explanation of the consultation and review process used, must be forwarded to the chancellor for approval.

Part 7. Term
The honorary and philanthropic naming of buildings and major public places made under this policy must be subject to a maximum initial term limit of 50 years. Presidents may specify a shorter naming term. Upon the expiration of this term, the college or university reserves the right to review and potentially renew the name recognition based on continued alignment with the college or university mission, values, and any additional contributions made by the honoree or donor. Commercial naming agreements must include a term commensurate with the value of the overall agreement but cannot exceed the lesser of 30-years or 50% of the useful life of the named building or place. Commercial naming must also include a termination clause for default or impropriety by the sponsor or termination of the program or demolition or disposal of the named building or place.

Part 8. Removing and Renaming
亚洲无码 reserves the right to rename any building, space, or facility if circumstances change or if the current name no longer aligns with the college or university's mission, values, or strategic goals. Circumstances may include, but are not limited to, situations where the named individual or entity's reputation is compromised, significant changes in the use or function of the building occur, or new philanthropic opportunities arise. Any decision to rename will be made in accordance with these procedures and must involve consultation with relevant stakeholders.

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Procedure History:

Date of Adoption: 1/22/98
Date of Implementation: 01/22/98
Date of Last Review: 07/07/25

Date & Subject of Amendments:

07/07/25 – Full review. The amendment was a significant rewrite of the procedure. The following major changes were made: The procedure name was updated to reflect the name change to the policy. Definitions were established for Donor, Gift, Sponsorship, and Private Business Use. Naming categories were established for Honorary, Philanthropic and Commercial Naming. A statement on General Donor Recognition was added. Criteria were updated for Honorary Naming and established for Philanthropic Naming. A requirement that commercial naming be reviewed and approved by the Vice Chancellor for Finance and Facilities. Maximum initial term limits were established for names. A provision for removing and renaming facilities was added.

06/21/00 - Contains language formerly in system procedure 6.0.2

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