FAQs

Families are welcome to celebrate and bring supportive items for Commencement, but we do ask that all guests help us maintain a safe, respectful, and enjoyable experience for everyone in attendance.

Permitted Items

• Small signs or posters that do not obstruct the view of other guests
• Flowers and leis
• Small personal items for celebration photos
• Water Bottles
• Personal mobility/ADA support items
• Cameras and phones for photos

Items Not Permitted

• Air horns, whistles, megaphones, or other noise-makers
• Confetti, glitter, poppers, balloons, or streamers
• Large signs, banners, umbrellas, or decorations that obstruct views
• Open flames, candles, or sparklers
• Outside large coolers or excessive food setups inside ceremony seating areas
• Drones or unauthorized professional photography equipment
• Alcohol or illegal substances
• Weapons of any kind
• Pets (Registered service animals are welcome)
• Anything that may create a safety hazard or disrupt the ceremony

We kindly ask all guests to be mindful of those around them so every graduate and family can fully enjoy the ceremony. Excessive disruptions or items blocking views may be asked to be removed by event staff.