Family & Guest Info

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Prior to the event, graduates are responsible for securing tickets through the graduation application process. Each guest aged 4 and older must have a ticket for entry. Children aged 3 and under can attend without tickets but must sit on another guest's lap.

For guests with accessibility needs, passenger drop-off is available at CCM Circle by entering from Corry Boulevard. Golf carts will shuttle guests from the drop-off point to Fifth Third Arena. A limited number of golf carts will be available specifically to shuttle guests with accessibility needs. This option is reserved solely for those who require accessibility assistance.

You can now order a free parking pass for Spring Commencement! Parking is available for free in the following garages. 

• Campus Green
• Calhoun
• CCM
• Corry
• Woodside 

Current parking permit holders may also utilize their UC parking permit. Accessible parking is available in all parking facilities on a first come, first served basis.

Please direct all parking pass questions to Parking Services at 513-556-2283 or parking@uc.edu.

We are committed to ensuring that all guests have a comfortable and accessible experience at Commencement. Elevators and family restrooms are available inside Fifth Third Arena, and ASL interpreting and live captioning are provided during the ceremony.

Fifth Third Arena has a clear bag policy. There are restrictions on what bags can be brought into the venue. Please review the clear bag policy in effect at Fifth Third Arena before attending the ceremony. 

Seating in the general admission area is open for guests. Those with accessibility requirements can find assistance at our Guest Relations tables inside Fifth Third Arena's East and West Concourses on the ceremony day. Staff will offer guidance on seating and accommodations.

Ushers will be on hand with a limited number of wheelchairs to assist guests to and from seating areas in the arena. Alternatively, guests are welcome to bring their own wheelchair if they prefer to remain seated during the ceremony. There's no requirement for advance reservations for wheelchair assistance or accessible seating.

For parents and families unable to attend the ceremony in person, we understand the importance of being part of this special day. That's why we're pleased to offer a live stream of the event on the commencement homepage on the day of the ceremonies. You can join in and celebrate the achievements of your loved ones from wherever you are.

The livestream is also broadcast on campus in TUC and Nippert Stadium for additional guests and members of the campus community to participate in the celebration!

The Office of the Registrar provides information on Diplomas and Transcript Ordering.