NEW: Reserved Premium Parking
- Baxter Arena now offers Reserved Premium Parking.
- If you prefer to skip the hunt for a parking spot on Commencement day, you can now reserve parking ahead of time. A limited number of Premium Parking Passes will go on sale on Thursday, November 13 at 3 P.M.
- Passes are $10 per vehicle
- Valid for lots 21, 22, or 25
- Spots are limited! Once they're gone, they're gone!
- Premium Parking can be purchased through Ticketmaster or by visiting the Baxter Arena Box OfficeFree parking is still available! Lots 20, 24, 26, and 27 will remain free and open to all guests, on a first-come, first-served basis.
Getting to the Ceremony
- Traffic could be heavy. Please add 30 minutes to your commute time and we recommend avoiding West Center Road. View a map showing the best routes to Baxter Arena and where to park.
- Handicapped stalls are available in all lots for those displaying a valid, state-issued handicapped parking permit. Spaces are limited, so please arrive early.
When You Arrive at Baxter Arena
- NO TICKETS will be issued. There is NO LIMIT to guest count.
- The arena's clear bag policy will be enforced.
- All guests will be directed to the concourse to find seats to enjoy the ceremony.
- We recommend that guests sit in groups and allow space between each group.
- All boxes, bags, strollers, etc. are subject to a security check upon entering the building.
- Noise makers, balloons, and glass vases are prohibited.
- Minimal concessions will be for sale on the concourse - cashless purchases only.
- No outside food and drink.
- Empty water bottles are allowed, these can be filled at a water fountain.
- Flowers will be available for purchase prior to the ceremony.
- Maverick swag and gifts will be available for you to pick out on the concourse.
During the Ceremony
- Please shut off cell phones and refrain from use during the ceremony.
- As a courtesy to all graduates and their guests, we ask everyone to remain for the entire ceremony. Plan on meeting your graduate outside of Baxter Arena following the ceremony.
- Gatherings outside of Baxter Arena are strongly discouraged. We have numerous photo opportunities available on our Dodge and Scott Campus we recommend graduates and their guests take advantage of.
