UW Athletics carry-in policy reminder
November 04, 2011 | Football
Nov. 4, 2011
MADISON, Wis. -- The Wisconsin Athletic Department would like to remind all fans that even with the state’s new concealed carry law taking effect on Nov. 1, the carry-in policy at all UW athletic events remains the same. Among the items prohibited are weapons of any kind.
According to UWPD (complete UW-Madison CCW Information):
- Signs have been posted on all building entrances informing individuals that firearms and weapons continue to be prohibited in campus buildings.
- In addition, the law allows the university to ban concealed weapons at outdoor events, such as athletic events and concerts.
- The university will continue to ban the open carry of firearms and other weapons at all times and in all places on campus.
As has been the case all season at all Camp Randall Stadium, the UW Field House and the Kohl Center, the only bags that will be permitted are those that are 8.5” x 11” (or the size of a normal sheet of paper) or smaller. Any bag (purse, backpack, drawstring bag, etc.) bigger than 8.5” x 11” will not be allowed in the facility. All bags that are allowed into the facilities must be searched first.
Below is a list of permitted and prohibited items. You can also check out the individual facilities pages for the complete policies list, parking information, seating chart and more.
Items permitted: bags 8.5” x 11” or smaller, binoculars, cameras, blankets, jackets, items related to a medical condition, chairbacks (not more than 16” wide), and diaper bags (with child).
Items prohibited (including, but not limited to): bags larger than 8.5” x 11”, food, beverages, containers, strollers, laser pointers, umbrellas, banners, flags, signs, noisemakers, weapons, inflatables, or any items deemed dangerous or inappropriate.
All items and spectators are subject to search. Storage facilities are not available for checking prohibited items. Items left at gates will be disposed of accordingly.
Express gates are available at Camp Randall Stadium for those who do not bring carry-in items.
