All seating is first-come, first-seated. Seats cannot be reserved with signs, cords, or other means.

Guests do not require tickets to the all-schools ceremony or diploma ceremonies UNLESS inclement weather forces that the Emory College diploma ceremony be held indoors in the Woodruff PE Center.  College graduates will receive 2 tickets; additional College guests can view the ceremony on screens in White Hall.

No pets are allowed on the Quadrangle.  Please make arrangements for care of pets before arriving on campus.

The Emory College ceremony will conclude at about 12:30 pm. Guests making lunch or travel arrangements should allow time for traffic and travel times when making reservations. Each Emory College graduate will walk across the stage and receive a diploma.

In the event of inclement weather on Commencement day, the Emory College diploma ceremony will begin at 2:00 pm in the Woodruff PE Center. The ceremony will conclude at about 4:30. College guests should consider this schedule when making plans for travel and hotel stays.

Free parking and shuttle bus service are available throughout the campus.  All shuttles accommodate persons using wheelchairs or with mobility challenges.

Restroom facilities will be available around the Quadrangle area and at all diploma ceremony venues.

Concession areas will be available close to the Quadrangle for purchasing beverages and refreshments.

Information booths will be located at either end of the Quadrangle for guest assistance.

If you need medical assistance, notify the nearest usher or safety marshal.  First Responders will be located on the Quadrangle.

At many of the school diploma ceremonies, professional photographers will photograph graduates receiving their diplomas and photos will be available for purchase on the web. Visit the Event Schedule or contact your school Commencement coordinator to determine if a photographer will be present at your ceremony.