What time to degree candidates need to be at the commencement exercises?
On Monday, December 14, the degree candidates should report dressed in his/her academic regalia to the College Street entrance of the Colonial Life Arena, located at the corner of College and Lincoln Streets by 2:00 p.m. • How long does the ceremony usually last? We expect the Fall 2009 Baccalaureate, Master’s and Professional Commencement Exercises to last approximately ninety minutes. • Where do we park? The Colonial Life Arena, located at 801 Lincoln St, covers one city block and is bordered by Lincoln, Greene, and Gadsden Streets. General parking will be available in the lots adjacent to the Colonial Life Arena. We anticipate a large crowd for the commencement exercises, please plan to arrive in ample time to park and walk to the Colonial Life Arena. Parking is prohibited in fire lanes, and/or on sidewalks. Handicapped parking spaces will be located in the parking lot located on the corner of Greene and Gadsden Streets. Only vehicles with handicapped license plates, disability plac