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The Bren Events Center is committed to providing a safe and secure environment for all patrons. Safety protocol will include a walk-through metal detector screening along with a standard bag check for all attendees prior to entering the facility. For security purposes, all bags are subject to search prior to entry for any event. Guests should plan their arrival accordingly to allow ample time for the screening process. Full code of fan conduct »
Tickets are required for all guests. All guests over the age of 2 will need their own ticket. Children who are under the age of 2 and can remain on an adult's lap for the duration of the ceremony do not need a ticket. If a child or baby occupies a seat of their own, they will need a ticket.
All Commencement ceremonies have assigned seating. Section, row and seat location is specified on each individual ticket.
Tickets are limited and must have been reserved in advance by the graduate.
Guests must obtain tickets from their graduate PRIOR to the graduate’s ceremony line- up time. Guests are not allowed in the graduate check-in and line-up area. Tickets are not available at the door, nor will any be held for guest pick-up.
Your graduate will need to print copies of their reserved tickets to distribute to their guests prior to entering the graduate check-in and line-up area.
Family and guests should plan to arrive at the Bren Events Center at least 75 minutes before the event to allow ample time for parking or traffic congestion. Guests will also be required to go through a security check before entering the venue.
The Bren Events Center is committed to providing a safe and secure environment for all patrons. Safety protocol will include a walk-through metal detector screening along with a standard bag check for all attendees prior to entering the facility. For security purposes, all bags are subject to search prior to entry for any event.
Guests should plan their arrival accordingly to allow ample time for the screening process. Full code of fan conduct »
The ceremony takes place at the Bren Events Center on the main UC Irvine campus. Please see the Directions & Parking page for directions and additional information.
Disabled/elderly parking for ceremonies held in the Bren Events Center will be located in the Mesa Parking Structure and parking lot 14A. Traffic directors will be available to guide drivers needing accessible parking.
Disabled/elderly passengers may be dropped off in designated areas near the Bren Events Center.
No. Guests should inform the parking attendant upon arrival at the parking structure of any assistance needed.
Guests should not contact UC Irvine Parking & Transportation to request a disabled parking space.
Ushers are located throughout the venue and can provide guest assistance such as:
A variety of concessions are available inside the venue. Outside food or drink, other than a water bottle, are not permitted.
The ceremony is expected to be under 2 hours, depending on the number of graduates.
Guests should designate a place to meet their graduate after the ceremony - the plaza will be crowded with guests and graduates exiting multiple areas of the facility!
Out of respect for the graduates and their guests, attendees are asked to remain for the duration of the ceremony.
The Commencement Office is unable to provide invitation letters to assist guests in obtaining visas to attend their graduate's ceremony.
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The Commencement Program lists the names of all qualified students who applied on time for graduation. The digital program will be available online starting December 16th.
