Seating, Parking, Special Needs and Important Information

Parking
Parking will be available in the East Mesa Parking Lot, the Sanborn Parking lot and on Claremont Blvd. (see parking map)

Commencement Seating
Guest seating begins at 9:00 a.m. on the day of commencement. Seating will be available on a first come-first served basis. Seating prior to 9:00 a.m. is not permitted. Unfortunately, we do not reserve seats; however there is generally seating for everyone.

Special Needs
A drop-off and pick-up point designated for wheelchair accessible and mobility impaired will be located in the Sanborn parking lot (see parking map). This is the closest location to the commencement ceremony and about a 30-second walk to the seating area. Staff will be in the area to help direct you to the ceremony location.

We do not have a designated area of accessible seating; however we consider the entire location to be accessible. The commencement ceremony seats are white folding chairs which can be easily moved if necessary to make room for a wheelchair, walker or stroller. There is also plenty of open space on either side of the commencement area to store a wheelchair, walker or stroller.

Guests will be seated under a tent which provides shade.

First Aide
A first aide station will be set up east of the commencement tent. Plenty of staff will be on hand to help out with any questions or assistance.

Pets
Only certified service animals are permitted on campus during the commencement ceremony. For the safety of all guests, please leave pets at home.

Refreshments
Water coolers will surround the commencement tent. Refreshments will also be available for purchase in the Pitzer Cafe in Bernard Hall.

Restrooms
Restrooms will be open in the buildings surrounding the ceremony location.

Taking a Break from the Heat
Avery Hall, located north of the commencement tent, will be open during the ceremony for anyone who needs to step out of the heat for a few minutes. The ceremony will also be simulcast in Avery and Broad Hall, second floor, for guests who wish to view the event indoors.

Suggested Items to Bring
Sunscreen
Small seat cushion
Camera