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Commencement

Photo of Commencement at the IZOD CenterInformation for Guests and Families

Guest Seating

Arena doors will open at 9:00 am, and all guests should be seated by 9:45 am There is no reserved seating. Seating by degree and College/School is available on the IZOD Center seating chart (PDF Document).

All Master's candidates are seated as a group. Baccalaureate candidates are seated with the department in which their majors are housed. Doctoral candidates will sit with their dissertation advisors on the platform.

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible seating is located in the Lower Level of the Arena. There is also seating for guests who are mobility impaired, blind/visually impaired and deaf/hard of hearing located throughout both buildings. Accessible parking for guests with a state-issued license plate or placard is available in Arena Lots 21 and Deck 23.

Directions and Parking

The Meadowlands Sports Complex has ample free parking. Guards will be available to direct you and your guests to appropriate parking areas. Accessible parking for guests with special needs and who have state-issued license plates or placards is available in Arena Lots 21 and Deck 23. For more information on directions and parking, please visit the Izod website at http://www.izodcenter.com/parking/Parking.aspx

Leaving the Izod Center

Following the ceremony, guests will exit the Izod Center from the concourse level and graduates will march directly out of the Center through the box office lobby doors. No one will be allowed to remain in the lobby or to re-enter the lobby from the concourse level. Please plan to meet friends or relatives outside the center doors or at their cars.

Vending

Flowers and light refreshments may be purchased at the Center concession stands. Cameras and film are not available for purchase at the center.