Plan ahead for new safety measures at commencement

For added peace of mind, all those wishing to enter the Coliseum’s main arena before and during the 4 p.m. ceremony will participate in safety and security measures consistent with many major events across the country. All guests arriving at 2 p.m. or later will pass through metal detectors, and bags and purses will be physically screened by security personnel. Small items such as keys, phones, and wallets may be carried by hand through one of 8–10 screening zones.

To accommodate these new steps, doors to the Coliseum will open earlier this year for ceremony participants and students, who may begin entering at 1 p.m. Anyone arriving after 2 p.m. will be required to pass through the screening zones.

The university and representatives of the Coliseum are in regular contact to review expected traffic patterns so the flow of individuals into the main arena can be completed as quickly as possible. The idea is to give everyone plenty of time to find where they need to be and the perfect seat. Continue to check the 2024 Commencement website for all updates and additional information.