Fan Code of Conduct - University of Colorado Athletics

We’re excited to welcome students, alumni, and fans to campus. While we’re cheering on the Buffs, let’s make sure we’re all doing our part by staying true to the University of Colorado Boulder’s core values of honor, integrity, and respect. Join us in standing “Shoulder to Shoulder” to make Buffs sports a great experience for all!

UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO FAN CODE OF CONDUCT

LET'S ALL DO OUR PART
The University of Colorado is committed to creating a safe, comfortable, and enjoyable sports and entertainment experience. The University of Colorado recognizes intercollegiate athletics as an important part of the student, alumni and community experience. We as fans should credit student athletes for their commitment to academic and athletic excellence and their efforts to compete within the rules of each sport. We also need to promote the Big 12 Conference by upholding high standards of scholarship, competitive performance, and spectator behavior.

The University of Colorado welcomes you as our guest on our campus; you as fans of CU Athletics have a right to expect an environment where:

Student-Athletes, coaches, and team personnel will respect and appreciate the fans.
Guests will be treated in a consistent, professional, and courteous manner by all venue and team personnel.
Guests will enjoy the gameday experience free from disruptive behavior including foul, abusive, obscene or discriminatory language or gestures.
Intervention with an impaired and intoxicated guest will be handled by venue staff in a prompt and safe manner.
Guests will sit only in their ticketed seats and show their tickets when requested.
Guests will not engage in fighting, throwing of objects, or attempting to enter the competition area, and those who engage in any of these actions will immediately be ejected from the event.
Guests will comply with requests from university and venue staff regarding venue operations and emergency response procedures.
Guests will comply with state law, municipal codes, and University policies.
Guests found not adhering to these policies are subject to ejection without refund and loss of current or future tickets to all Colorado Athletic events.

All venue staff have been trained to intervene where necessary to help ensure that the above expectations are met. Guests are encouraged to report any inappropriate behavior to the nearest security or Guest Relations staff member. Guests may text for assistance at any time . Guests who choose not to adhere to these provisions will be subject to immediate ejection without refund and revocation of tickets. Guests in violation of the Fan Code of Conduct may also be in violation of State Statutes or Municipal Ordinances resulting in possible arrest and prosecution. Guests who are students of the University of Colorado are subject to the Student Code of Conduct and may be subject to discipline according to the Student Code of Conduct. The University of Colorado thanks you for adhering to this Code and thanks you for supporting the Buffs.

BAG POLICY

Permitted Items

Bags that are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and do not exceed 12” x 6” x 12”
One-gallon (or smaller) clear plastic Ziploc/freezer bag
Small clutch bags (no larger than 4.5” x 6.5” with or without a handle or strap
Medically necessary items after proper inspection at Entrances
Non-alcoholic beverages in approved factory-sealed plastic containers; 51 oz. / 1.5 liters or smaller (one per ticket holder)
Empty non-disposable plastic water bottles; 51 oz. / 1.5 liters or smaller (one per ticket holder)
Umbrella Strollers; if larger they can be returned to vehicle or checked in at Guest Services
Seat cushions and chair backs must be 18” or less in width (no pockets, zippers or covers)
Small personal cameras
Binoculars
Service Animals
Blankets must not be larger than 50” x 60” and are subject to be unrolled and searched
Batteries: Portable phone chargers and clothing with heating devices that include battery packs, such as heated socks, coats or blankets will be allowed. However, the restriction will be based off the battery pack: Lithium-ion battery packs with a maximum size of 3" x 6"x 1" allowed. Battery packs with AA, C or D cell batteries are NOT allowed.

Prohibited Items

Folsom Field complies with all TSA and Homeland Security prohibited items lists. In addition, prohibited items include:

Bags or containers larger than 12” x 6” x 12”
No bags permitted at all; includes backpacks, diaper bags and other similar bags
Clutches and purses must be the approximate size of the hand
Hard & soft sided coolers of any size or style
Firearms or weapons of any type; including handguns carried in accordance w/ the Colorado Conceal & Carry Act.
Parts of weapons of any kind (including actual, simulated, toy, or replica weapons, firearms, ammunition, self-defense sprays, fireworks or incendiary devices, explosives, fuel, knives (of any size), stun guns/tasers, sticks, bats, poles & any object with a blade)
Hazardous items including, but not limited to, fuels, torches, lighter fluid, chemicals, paint, batteries, or aerosols
Selfie/GoPro sticks, flags on poles, other types of sticks, poles or similar objects that can be used as a weapon
Drones (UAS-Unmanned Aircraft Systems) or model aircraft
Non-factory sealed beverages or filled liquid containers including but not limited all thermoses/metal water bottles/Hydro Flask & Stanleys
Alcoholic beverages or illegal drugs (including medical marijuana, vape pens, cartridges or any other smoking paraphernalia)
Glass, metal bottles or cans
Full size strollers and car seat carrier
Umbrellas of any size
Artificial noise makers such as whistles, air horns, thunderstix or any other item used to make artificial noise
Laser pointing devices, flashlights, or glowsticks
Any unapproved signs or banners
Professional grade video or camera equipment (e.g. telephoto lenses), tripods, or monopods.
Footballs, frisbees, inflatable balls
Bikes, scooters, skateboards or skates
Pets / animals (with the exception of service animals)
Electric or battery-operated apparel with AA, C or D cell batteries are NOT allowed.
Laptops, iPads, GoPros or any other consumer electronics
Any other item(s) deemed dangerous or unacceptable by security

GENERAL PUBLIC ADMISSION POLICIES

The University of Colorado Athletic Department wants all fans to have a safe and enjoyable experience gameday. The following policies and regulations are designed to be practical, functional, and to allow for the safety of our fans, student athletes and event staff. Our objective is to provide the best possible service and game day experience for all fans and guests of the Colorado Buffaloes.

Waiver – Assumption of Risk

By purchasing a ticket and attending sports events at the University of Colorado-Boulder (includes all CUAD Facilities), you understand, voluntarily assume and accept full responsibility of all risks of personal injury (including illness or death) and hazards arising from or related in any way to, the event (including, but not limited to exposure to COVID-19 or any other infectious disease or virus). Additionally, by purchasing a ticket and attending an event you voluntarily and expressly agree to release and waive any claim against the University of Colorado-Boulder and affiliated entities directly or indirectly related to the event, your attendance at the event and your presence at any CUAD facility associated with the event, whether occurring prior to, during or after the event, and however caused and whether by negligence or otherwise.

VENUE POLICIES