Frequently Asked Questions
Ceremony
How long does the ceremony take?
Each ceremony takes about 1.5 - 2 hours.
Tickets
How do I obtain guest tickets?
Guest tickets may be picked up ONLY at the Storrs UConn Co-op or
may be mailed. Each graduating student must purchase a cap &
gown at the Co-op and must present the receipt from that purchase
at the Storrs Co-op on any Monday-Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm, in
order to receive tickets. Tickets may also be obtained through the
mail upon written request (see Guest Tickets for more information).
Note: Nursing students will obtain their tickets at their alumni event on 03.18.09. For more information, please contact kathe.gable@uconn.edu.
How many guest tickets are allocated to students?
Please see the "Guest Tickets" section of the website.
Can a student request more tickets if the assigned number is
insufficient?
Once the distribution of the initial tickets begins, only students
may request additional tickets.
Please see the ceremony information page for the individual school/college
ceremony contact information.
In general, the availability depends solely on how many students
choose not to attend the Commencement ceremonies; therefore, the
availability of extra tickets cannot be determined until the week
of the event. There are no promises or guarantees for extra tickets.
Note: If you are in the School of Nursing, please contact Kathe Gable at (860) 486-0613 in the Office of External Relations.
Do children need tickets?
Children who are four years of age and older do require a ticket.
Announcements & Invitations
Personal announcements and invitations are not distributed by the University to the graduating students. They may be purchased at the following website: http://ww2.balfour.com/college/.
Accommodations for people with disabilities
For individuals with special needs, please contact the individual
school/college point person in advance. This information is found
on the ceremony information page.
Hearing Impairment
Does the University provide special seating for the hearing
impaired?
Yes. The University provides special seating and a sign language
interpreter for the hearing impaired. There is also an assistive
listening system.
Mobility / Visual Problems
Does the University provide special seating for guests with
mobility and/or visual problems - i.e. people with canes or
those with difficulty climbing stairs?
Yes. Special seating will be available for those with mobility and/or visual
problems. This is available on first come first serve basis. The ushers will assist
with this seating.
Parking
Does the University provide special parking for people with
handicapped decals?
Yes. This parking, for those with official decals issued by a state
Department of Motor Vehicles, is located on the first level of North
and South Garages and behind the Gampel Pavilion and the Field House.
These parking spaces are allocated on a first-come, first-served
basis.
Wheelchairs
Does the University provide wheelchairs for guests at the
Gampel Pavilion?
No. The University does not provide wheelchairs for guests.
Does the University provide special seating at the ceremonies
for people with wheelchairs?
Yes. The University sets aside an area on the main concourse of the Gampel Pavilion
for those in wheelchairs. This is available on first come first served basis. The
ushers will assist with this seating upon entry to Gampel Pavilion.
Can all guests sit with the person in the wheelchair?
No. Only one person may sit with the person in a wheelchair.
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