Accessible Seating and Parking Information for
Commencement Attendees with Disabilities

DROP OFF AREA : There will be a drop-off area in front of the James H. Barnhardt Student Activity Center building . Once on campus, follow the signs and tell traffic personnel that you wish to use the drop-off area. There will be aides at the drop-off area that will be able to assist individuals with limited mobility. Wheelchair assistance will also be available.

DISABILITY VALET : There will be a Disability Valet service for individuals with mobility concerns and for those unable to use the Drop Off area . Once on campus, follow the Disability Valet signs and park in the East Deck . A wheelchair accessible tram will transport individuals with mobility concerns from the East Deck to the James H. Barnhardt Student Activity Center . The tram pick up location will be the bus stop at the front of the East Deck. After commencement is over, the tram will then return individuals back to the East Deck. The tram pick up location for returning to the East Deck is the North East corner of the James H. Barnhardt Student Activity Center . Seating on the tram is limited so those with disabilities will take priority .

COMMENCEMENT SEATING

Accessible Seating is available on the entrance level for attendees who use wheelchairs or who are unable to climb stairs, plus one accompanying guest. Seating is limited so early arrival is strongly recommended (at least 1 hour prior).

An ASL interpreter will be present and seating will be available for those who use American Sign Language. FM systems will also be available. Please visit a commencement representative upon arrival for more information.

Seating for Individuals with low vision is also available.

Please contact the Office of Disability Services if you have any additional questions regarding accessibility: 704-687-4355.