Convocation Reception

May 2, 2024, 3:00 - 4:30 pm
Cleone Peterson Eccles Alumni House
155 South Central Campus Drive
Salt Lake City, UT 84112

Appetizers and beverages will be served.

• Please do not bring bags or a purse
• The Central Garage is slightly northwest from the Huntsman Center, about a 2 minute walk
• You'll be given a card to fill out your name in the Central Garage & Playfield, this is what will be read prior to you receiving your diploma. Hang on to it throughout the ceremony
• Every student participating in the Convocation Ceremony will walk through a magnetron (or metal detector)
• Once the procession is ready to begin, the University Police Department will walk with the procession on either side until they reach the start of the West Tunnel to ensure no one joins the line mid-procession
• Any graduates that arrive late will be wanded in by security at the West Tunnel

Convocation Parking

Campus parking lots may be used at no charge during the University Commencement and College Convocation ceremonies. Please see the commencement parking map to view parking lot locations, campus shuttle, and Utah Transit Authority (UTA) TRAX train stops. Because campus parking is limited, we encourage the use of UTA TRAX as you plan to attend these events. The use of TRAX while on campus is free both days, but fare is still required for any off-campus travel.

ACCESSIBILITY AT CONVOCATION

The University of Utah strives to create a welcoming environment for all who attend the University Commencement and Convocation ceremonies. Please review the information below for building accessibility and accommodation for people who experience a disability.

Closed Captioning

The Jon M. Huntsman Center will provide closed captioning for the University Commencement event. The closed captioned text will be displayed on large videoboards in real-time during the ceremony for guests and students to read.

ADA Drop-Off and Pick-Up

For the University Commencement ceremony, individuals who have mobility needs can be dropped off and picked up at the south entrance half circle at the Jon M. Huntsman Center (displayed in the map below) off of South Campus Drive.

ADA Parking

For a map to all accessible parking options on campus, visit the campus map and select the "Accessible" option from the map Features drop-down menu. All other parking and transportation information can be found here.

ADA Seating

The Jon M. Huntsman Center has ADA spaces in the arena for those who use a wheelchair. Please know there are limited spaces available and are on a first come, first serve basis. Wheelchair stalls are located on the concourse-level of the arena near each entrance door.

Guest or students who would like to rent a wheelchair for University Commencement can contact the Center for Disability and Access. Wheelchair rentals are free of charge.

Accessibility for Students

Access to the arena floor of the Jon M. Huntsman Center can be difficult for some individuals experiencing mobility limitations. Graduates who need to use an elevator to access the arena floor can meet a staff member from the Center for Disability and Access near Portal 7 in the Jon M. Huntsman Center to use.

Students who need accommodation for the University Commencement ceremony can contact the Center for Disability and Access for assistance.

Jon M. Huntsman Facility Policy

To ensure safety for all attendees, be advised graduates and guests are required to walk through a metal detector prior to entering the Jon M. Huntsman Center for the University Commencement ceremony. Guests are discouraged from bringing bags with them to the event or encouraged to place their belongings in a clear bag.

No strollers will be allowed inside the Jon M. Huntsman Center.